Come to the Solar Car Summer Camp 2009!

Imagine a robot that can sense heat, light, and wind. How would you like to build one and race it? You will be engaged in a world of sensors as you are guided in the construction of the circuits that allow the robot to sense these elements.

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What is a Solar Robot Car?

A solar robot car is exactly what it sounds like... it is a toy car that is powered by the sun!

The electrical aspect of the car consists of the actual solar panel and the circuitry that is designed to have the intelligence to sense heat, light, and wind. The car will follow a track that is designed to use these elements as obstacles. There will be a competition at the end to determine the most efficient car.

In this day and age where alternative energy is all the rage, this enlightening opportunity will expose you to a rapidly developing field.

So, sign up today!

What can I expect?

By spending a week on campus you will get a feel for college life, meet new friends with the same interests, and maybe even figure out your potential career path. In the end, you will walk away with a fresh sense of what Electrical Engineering is!

• Food, transportation, and living accommodations will be provided. The program will also include exposure to industry, if time permits.

• You will learn basic electrical engineering concepts and terminology

- With the knowledge gained, each day you will get closer to completing the final project: A SOLAR ROBOT CAR!

Am I Eligible?

REQUIRED:

• GPA

o At least a 3.0 out of 4.0

• Recommendation Letter

o From High School Science or Math Teacher

o Letter should state why the student is qualified to attend our Summer Camp Program

• Essay

o Maximum word count of 1500 words (include both topics in one essay)

o Double spaced, 12 size font

o Deadline: June 8, 2009 (extended from April 15, please ignore the deadline date on the application)

o Please submit your application and deposit by Monday, June 8th. Supporting documents (transcripts and letter of recommendation) may be received after the June 8th deadline.

o Must choose two out of three topics below:

1. Why are you attracted to Electrical Engineering?

2. What career options will you have as an Electrical Engineer?

3. In your opinion, as an Electrical Engineer, what will be your impact on society?

PREFERRED:

• Completed or currently taking Pre-Calculus or above

• Experience in Digital Electronics

• Satisfactory PSAT score

o Preferably the top 80th percentile in Math

NOTIFICATION:

• Students will be notified of their acceptance by June 15, 2009

How Do I Apply?

The Application is available online here: Application
For more information about USC's Summer Camp Programs see the USC PUP Website.

Quick Info

Date: July 12th - 17th, 2009

Ages: Rising 10th - 11th graders

Type: Commuter or Residential

Price: Commuter $325.00*

Residential $675.00*

Contact: Alex Reynolds

Phone: 803-777-4195

Fax: 803-777-8045

Email: cooleyam@cec.sc.edu

Web: www.ee.sc.edu/SummerCamp

*Well-deserving students may be provided with financial assistance.