Only for youth ages 8-16 and must Purchase Ticket to Attend.
Building a Computer From Scraps
Attendees will learn to build a computer from scraps! They will also learn to troubleshoot common household electronic ex: TV’s, game consoles, cell phones etc… We will assemble a computer and learn what components are needed to power it on. Attendees will gain the knowledge and skills required to identify types of components such as a motherboard, hard disk, memory, power supply, Input / Output devices, and how those components work in relation to the devices they are connected to. Students will walk away with the fundamentals of building a computer. Building a computer is fun, affordable, and empowering.
You’ll learn:
What each PC component does
IT Terminology
How to implement Scientific Method according to TEKS standards
How to assemble PC from start to finish with hands-on experience
Hardware
Four common issues if your PC doesn’t boot
How to access and use the BIOS
STEM & 21st Century Skills Development
Creativity
Problem Solving
Project Planning
Critical thinking
Our cross curriculum lessons include Texas Essential Knowledge Skills (TEKS) to help enrich student learning, and to work as a resource for educational establishments.
FAQs
Is there an age requirement to enter the Workshop?
Currently, the Program is for youth ages of 8-16.
What happens if the tickets to the Workshop are sold out?
Due to the limited amount of equipment we have, we can only work with 8 students at a time. Fortunately, we will be having other sessions for this workshop withing the next month or two.
** Tickets are NOT REFUNDABLE **
