- Written by gearbots
- Published: 03 Feb 2019
- Subject to change due to Covid etc.

Currently Not Offered for 2021/22
A. GearBots Sr. STEM Academy: ROCKET SCIENCE: KERBAL SPACE PROGRAM
Focus: This option will allow students to take a deeper dive into the amazing potential of the Kerbal Space Program. Participants must have completed Level Two of our Kerbal Space Program camp.
- The course agenda will be set by the instructor and will cover various aspects related to aerospace design, rocket science, orbital mechanics, and mission planning.
- Extra cost: For this option, students will need to purchase software directly via the Kerbal Store
Date / Time: Wednesday from 4pm-6pm
Course Length: 14 weeks
- 2 hours per class
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Fees: TBA + GST per course
- additional fees may apply for Kebal Space Program add-ons etc
Instructor: Mr. Trevor Schamuhn
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B. GearBots Sr. STEM Academy: AEROSPACE DESIGN
Focus: Building off the introduction to the 3D printer and laser cutter modules in the Jr. Makerspace program, this option will focus on aerospace design. This includes advancing CAD skills (using Fusion 360) and principles of production. This option will also integrate electronic hardware into the design process. This option is working on building an RC Plane from scratch.
- The course agenda will be set by the instructor and will cover various aspects related to Aerospace Design.
Date / Time: Thursdays from 4:30pm-6:30pm
Location: Chilliwack: UFV Trades and Technology campus in the Digital Manufacturing Lab (on-site Covid-19 protocols must be followed)
Course Length: 11 weeks
- 2 hours per class
Fees: $480 + GST per course
- Must bring a laptop and additional fees may apply for supplies and equipment
Instructor: Mr. Trevor Schamuhn
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C. GearBots Sr. STEM Academy: AI/MACHINE LEARNING/DATA SCIENCE
Focus: IoT, Electronics, robotics, coding with a focus on JavaScript, Andriod App development, RC/Wifi and autonomous vehicles, machine learning, Phonegap Cordova, Particle.io, TensorFlowjs, mechanical CAD, modern manufacturing skills and techniques. This option is working on building and programming an autonomous RC Truck
- The course agenda will be set by the instructor and will cover various aspects related to Machine Learning and Data Science.
Date / Time: Thursdays from 4:30pm-6:30pm
Location: Chilliwack: UFV Trades and Technology campus in the electronics lecture classroom - #2030 (on-site Covid-19 protocols must be followed)
Course Length: 11 weeks
- 2 hours per class
Fees: $480 + GST per course
- Must bring a laptop and additional fees may apply for supplies and equipment
Instructor: Mr. Jeremy Ellis
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Currently Not Offered for 2021/22
GearBots Sr. STEM Academy: SOFTWARE / GAME DESIGN
Focus: Understanding all the various aspects of effective coding skills through an interactive Game Design environment (coding will be done in a C-based environment)
- The course agenda will be set by the instructor and will cover various aspects related to computational thinking and graphic design skills
- Extra cost: For this course, students will need to purchase their own account with YoYo Games - https://www.yoyogames.com/get
Date / Time:
Course Length: 14 weeks
- 2 hours per class
Location: Chilliwack: UFV Trades and Technology campus in the electronics lecture classroom - #2030
Fees: $460.00 + GST per course
- additional fees may apply for supplies and equipment
Instructor:
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