Learning a Coding Language: Python 101
Registration coming soon
Ages 10 to 13; and 14* to 17**Camp capacity: 40
*Must be finished grade 9**Must be returning to high school
Introduce students to the basic concepts of the Python programming language by completing fun coding challenges. This basic knowledge will prepare students for any future coding classes or coding languages they want to learn. In addition, students will have the opportunity to meet Ontario Tech software engineering students and engineering industry professionals.
Features:- short break and camp game each day
- low camper to counsellor ratio
- certified teacher camp counsellors
- developed and planned by certified teachers in partnership with Engineering Outreach from the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science.
Availability
Week 2: July 12 to July 16, 2021 (5 days)
Time: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. EST
Cost: $90; individual only
*Individual participant pricing only - only one camper per registration.
**Schedule subject to change without notice.
Important note: Tablets (e.g. iPad, Chromebook), other mobile devices and gaming consoles are not sufficient for this camp. Campers must have a computer.
Video conferencing
- Computer with internet access;
- Tablets, other mobile devices and gaming consoles are not sufficient for this camp.
- Stable internet or data connection;
- Microphone;
- Webcam*; and
- Audio device (examples: speakers, headphones/earbuds, headset).
*Webcam is preferred, but not required.
Accounts
Accounts for online software may be required. Where possible, selected software will be free to use.
Physical materials may be required for camps. A materials list and/or material kit pick-up instructions will be provided to registrants prior to the start of camp.
Parents/guardians are responsible for supervision of their child(ren).
Support needs will vary by child. We anticipate younger campers may require more support.
Some adult support (or older sibling) will be needed to start the daily session for younger campers. Counsellors will then provide the support during the camp activities.
Support may be required by parents/guardians or older children for:
- initial computer and program launch;
- internet connectivity; and/or
- technical issues not related to Google Meet or camp-related software.