SUMMER STEM AGENTS
SUMMER STEM AGENTS
Empowering Young Minds Through Learning
Welcome to Summer STEM Agents! In light of the Coronavirus pandemic, we understand that families in our community may be experiencing difficult times. In response to the unfortunate circumstances surrounding COVID-19, we launched Summer STEM Agents as a way to promote STEM education by offering free online courses in subjects ranging from physics and astronomy to electrical engineering and Python programming. These courses offer high-quality online instruction, and our hope is that they will not only prepare students to excel in school and academic competitions, but that this initiative as a whole will instill upon members of the community our shared love and appreciation for STEM. More information about registration and the courses we offer can be found below. We also ask that if you choose to enroll in our classes to please consider donating to our GoFundMe page (suggested amount: $50). All donations go directly to Meals on Wheels of America in the fight against COVID-19. Thank you!
SSA SUMMER HACKATHON
From July 22nd to July 31st, Summer STEM Agents hosted the 2020 SSA Summer Hackathon. Participants were tasked with creating a meaningful product using either Python or Java to showcase what they learned this summer. In all, there were 30 submissions and the projects ranged from arcade games and productivity apps to virtual assistants and simulations! Thank you to everyone who attended the presentations and awards ceremony, and a huge congratulations to all of the participants and winners!
OUR MISSION
Summer STEM Agents inspires the next generation of STEM leaders by developing a passion for STEM in middle school and high school students.
HOW TO REGISTER
EXPLORE
Select the course(s) you are interested in taking, keeping in mind when they are offered.
ENROLL
Complete the below enrollment Google form to confirm your registration.
ENGAGE
Shortly before your course begins, you will receive instructions through email on how to attend your class.
Enrollment for Summer 2020 is now closed!
Thank you to everyone who signed up!
OUR COURSE OFFERINGS
Below, you will find the links to each course's individual syllabus. If you have any questions about a particular course, feel free to reach out to us at summerstemagents@gmail.com. You will also find a spreadsheet containing each course's meeting times using the button below. as well as a link to all of our class resources.
PYTHON PROGRAMMING
FULL (50/50)
STARTS SUNDAY, JUNE 21st | 6 Weeks Long
This high school level course provides a thorough overview of concepts taught in a first-year mechanics course, covering topics such as forces, work and energy, momentum and collisions, uniform circular motion, rotational motion, and more. This class also introduces relevant physics problem-solving skills that will prepare students for the F=ma exam, the preliminary test for the USA Physics Olympiad.
ASTRONOMY
FULL (50/50)
CAD AND CAE
FULL (50/50)
CHEMISTRY
FULL (50/50)
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
FULL (50/50)
MIDDLE SCHOOL CONTEST MATH
FULL (50/50)
PHYSICS
JAVA PROGRAMMING
FULL (50/50)
STARTS MONDAY, JUNE 22nd | 6 Weeks Long
The goal of this course is to give students a grasp over the basic data types and classes in Java as well as the ability to use conditionals and loops to create algorithms. Furthermore, students will be introduced to functional programming in Java. By the end of the course, students should be able to solve Bronze level questions on the USA Computing Olympiad with Java. This course also introduces students to a majority of the content tested on the AP Computer Science A Exam.
STARTS SUNDAY, JUNE 21st | 6 Weeks Long
The course serves as an introduction to the art of programming by introducing Python, one of the most versatile yet user-friendly programming languages. In this course, we begin by exploring Python fundamentals such as data types, lists and dictionaries, built-in functions and modules, and program flow controls and constructs. This course also provides an introduction to the world of competitive programming contests such as the USA Computing Olympiad.
STARTS TUESDAY, JUNE 23rd | 6 Weeks Long
This course covers topics that frequently appear in middle school math competitions such as algebra, geometry, counting and probability, and number theory. This class puts much emphasis on problem solving as a way to reinforce understanding of the mathematical concepts. This course is designed to prepare students to excel in contests such as MATHCOUNTS or the AMC 8.
STARTS TUESDAY, JUNE 23rd | 6 Weeks Long
This course introduces many topics that would appear in an introductory electrical engineering course, including the fundamentals of electrostatics, circuit elements, DC circuit analysis methods, RC circuits, diodes, and even amplifiers! Many of the concepts introduced in this class align with the topics tested in the Circuit Lab event of the national Science Olympiad.
STARTS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24th | 6 Weeks Long
This high school level course provides a thorough overview of concepts taught in a first-year chemistry course, covering topics such as stoichiometry, acids and bases, periodic trends, kinetics, thermodynamics, and equilibrium. This class will cover many of the topics that appear on the local exam of the USNCO, the U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad.
STARTS SUNDAY, JUNE 21st | 5 Weeks Long
This course exposes students to the world of CAD and 3D design. Computer-aided design (or CAD for short) is a way for engineers to design and create objects and mechanisms virtually before manufacturing them. This course will give a head start for students interested in pursuing engineering, architecture, or other such disciplines after high school. This course will require the use of Autodesk Fusion 360, which is available on both Windows and Mac OS.
STARTS TUESDAY, JUNE 23rd | 6 Weeks Long
This course covers several topics that would appear in an introductory astronomy course, including stellar evolution, galactic evolution, planetary formation, orbital mechanics, distances, light, and more! Many of the concepts introduced in this class align with the topics tested in the Astronomy event of the national Science Olympiad and the USA Astronomy and Astrophysics Olympiad.
MEET OUR TEAM
AKSHAT KUMAR
Hey everyone! I am Akshat and I am a rising senior at NCSSM. Some of my interests include physics, math, engineering, and especially robotics! I often compete in USACO, Science Olympiad, and many FRC competitions. I will be teaching electrical engineering, Java programming, and CAD/CAE. Hope to see some fellow FRC and FTC members!
CONTACT US
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