DIY Electronics
In this workshop you’ll learn about basic electronics and start experimenting with circuit prototyping. We’ll build projects that make light patterns and cool noises as we explore LEDs, integrated circuits, resistors, capacitors, transistors and more. This is a hands-on learning experience with minimal theory and almost no math. Once you become familiar with the components, you’ll be able to rebuild and modify your projects, as well as make 3D sculptural electronics. By the end of the course, you have the know-how to incorporate household materials into your projects.
What You'll Learn
- The principles of simple electronics and how to apply them to your projects
- How to build, recognize and troubleshoot electronic circuits
- How to adapt or hack existing electronics to make unique projects
Who Should Register
This course is for sixth to eighth graders. You don‘t need any previous experience, but you should be prepared to problem-solve and work on projects that require trial and error.
Instructors
More Information
This online course is taught via Zoom video conferencing. Classes meet in real time and are not recorded. The instructor uses a blend of whole group discussion, small group/partner work and individual work time.
To participate, you should have access to a computer with a high-speed internet connection and a headset and webcam.
We’ll provide some supplies for this course and will mail them to you prior to the first day. You should have access to general supplies at home (glue, glue stick, scissors, ruler, etc.) Note: We cannot ship supplies internationally.
If you don’t already have a Gmail account, please create one prior to the first day. Your instructor will use this account to collaborate with you and distribute and access assignments.
See the Policies page for details about registration policies, COVID-19 vaccination requirements and more.
Details
Mar 25–May 29, 2025 |
Day Tue, Thu |
Time 6 p.m.–7:30 p.m. |
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Location Online |
Cost $950 |
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Refund Deadline Feb 27, 2025 |
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