February MakerLab Event: 3D Printed Heart Box

$35.00

The LOVE of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) just took on a whole new meaning with STEAMwhiz’s 3D Printed Heart Box MakerLab Event!

This MakerLab is suitable for all makers, thinkers, doers, creators, or anyone ready to get hands-on with Science + Design + Fabrication. Ages 7+. Basic keyboard and mouse skills are required. Parents/caregivers can work alongside student if computer skills are still developing. Or register with your student and join the fun by making your own design. It’s never too late or early to ‘think & do’!

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Description

Show your love with a Computer-Aided Designed (CAD), 3D Printed heart box. Experiment with cloning shapes, negative space design, and custom text to make this a ‘one-of-a-kind’ expression of LOVE! This ‘make & take’ MakerLab fabricated design will be ready for pick-up 2-days after your event.

–How it Works–

  1. Work in the lab w/the STEAM-TEAM to design a custom, 3D Printed heart box using computer-aided design software (CAD)
  2. Experience the engineering design process and work within design constraints
  3. Explore the fundamental science behind 3D-Printer technology
  4. Challenge yourself and learn to fail-forward & SUCCEED!
  5. Export your design and choose your filament color
  6. Design will be printed at the STEAMwhiz Lab HQ
  7. Pick-up your 3D Printed Heart Box 2 days after your event
  8. Fill it with a treat and share the love. Happy LOVE Day!!

**At checkout, in the Notes, please list participant name(s) + age(s). Thank you!**

MakerLab Event Details

What is it? A 1.5 Hr Guided Sci-Tech MakerLab
Who is it for? Capital District Friends & Families
  • Ages 7+
  • Students, Parents/Caregivers, Brothers/Sisters, Friends
Time Commitment? MakerLab Event 1.5 Hrs
  • Select your day and time above
  • –or– Gather  3-6  friends together to form your Learning POD and let STEAMwhiz do the rest!
Requirements?
    • Requirements: basic keyboard + mouse skills
      •  Parents/caregivers can work alongside student if computer skills are still developing
    • Brains for thinking, hands for doing, & a positive growth mindset
Instructors? The STEAM Team

STEAM-Team or Dream Team? 😉 This lab is taught by STEAMwhiz’s lead educator Allie Pulecio. She is certified in K-6th education, published STEM education work in a peer-reviewed journal, and has over 15 years of classroom experience and curriculum development. The lab is overseen by STEAMwhiz’s scientist Dr. Javier Pulecio (aka Dr. J) who holds a Ph.D. in Engineering Sciences has worked as a physicist at premier U.S. research institutions, as well as an engineer at fortune 500 companies, and authored over a dozen publications in top-tier journals. Together they are driven by their passion to empower students to develop their analytical and critical thinking, necessary to prepare them for the future.

COVID-19 Safety

At STEAMwhiz we are guided by the best-known science and follow the most conservative, best practices to ensure your children and our educators are safe.

  • Sick/Symptomatic Guidelines – any child that shows any symptoms that are related to, been in contact with, or contracted COVID-19 please refer to the latest guidelines from the CDC. If you have any doubt please contact us before bringing your child.
  • HVAC system – The STEAMwhiz lab has a dedicated air handler that is constantly filtering air 24hr a day and 7 days a week. The MERV filters being used are rated eleven or better and have been tested in our labs to remove particles down to 0.1 microns (similar to N95 masks).
  • HEPA Filtertration System
  • Laboratory Decontamination – On top of the air being cleansed 24/7, the STEAMwhiz lab is decontaminated after every session. All hard surfaces are wiped down using a bleach solution and the lab is exposed to UVC radiation nightly.
  • Masks – Your child we be required to wear a well-fitted mask within the STEAMwhiz lab.
  • Social distancing – There will be a maximum of 6 children per session in the lab and social distancing protocols will be followed.

Additional information

Day & Time

Wed. 2/9 @ 5:30-7 PM, Sat. 2/12 @ 10-11:30 AM

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