| For More Information ASM International Materials Camp SM at Drexel University, June 20-24, 2011
Student Materials Camp 2011: For the seventh year in succession, the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Drexel University, in conjunction with the ASM International Philadelphia “Liberty Bell” Chapter, will be hosting Materials CampSM, a week-long academic day camp from June 20th through June 24th that will introduce high school students to the exciting and important field of materials science and engineering.
Background: Materials science and engineering lies at the very heart of all engineering…everything has to be made of something, right? Our future will increasingly depend on the development of new materials and innovative combinations of materials – think about the various different materials used to make an iPod™, a mobile phone or a flat-screen TV, or to power a hybrid automobile. Energy is going to be a huge future growth area in science and engineering, through fuel cells, hybrid vehicles, wind and solar power, “smart” structures and even nuclear power. Advanced materials will play a crucial role in all of these areas. The challenge, however, is that “materials” is not well recognized at the high school level, so, enter “Materials CampSM” - a perfect opportunity for high school students to explore the field of materials science and engineering at a time in their lives when they are thinking about which area of higher education to pursue.
Program Overview: Run almost entirely by graduate students from the department, the Materials CampSM program comprises a series of short lectures together with hands-on, interactive, laboratory sessions, an industry visit (The Last four years the students visited the Boeing Helicopter plant in Chester, PA to see the Osprey assembly line), and a small “project activity” that runs throughout the week. Students, faculty and staff initially get acquainted at a “welcome breakfast” and the students are then immediately introduced to the fascinating world of materials. In the laboratory sessions, camp participants – high school sophomores, juniors and seniors from Delaware Valley, Delaware and S. Jersey - will learn about metals, polymers, ceramics, composites and nanomaterials, how these materials are processed, and how their structure determines their properties and hence how and where they are used. Camp activities include electron microscopy, heat treating, tensile and impact testing of metals, synthesis of slime and foam polymers, composites and liquid crystal thermometers. Student teams will also carry out an engineering design project which runs throughout the week with awards for the top teams. Students “graduate” during a Bar-B-Q luncheon attended by student’s family members, faculty, ASM chapter members and business leaders, where they have the opportunity to network with professionals and to explore college and career options.
Target Audience: High School students entering their Sophomore, Junior or Senior year. Highly motivated, inquisitive learners with math and science aptitude.
Cost: Students will receive free meals, tuition, edutainment and knowledge. Students are only responsible for their own transportation to and from Drexel University, conveniently located next to Philadelphia’s 30th Street Station. For those who prefer to drive, free parking can be arranged. To Apply: Download the application form online (PDF format)
Required information includes school transcript, a maximum of two (2) letters of recommendation plus a personal essay (100 words or more). Applications should be mailed to the address on the form.
Mail Application to: (MUST BE RECEIVED BY APRIL 15th) Mr. Tom Reid
Selection Of Finalists: § This is a competitive application process. Students must have a basic knowledge of algebra, chemistry, and physics and describe why they want to learn more about engineering and Materials Science and Engineering as a possible college major and career. § Experienced practicing engineers review each application to select the “best and brightest,” highly motivated students who have not yet made a firm decision about their college major or career. § Students must have a strong interest in applied science. § Prior participation in science fairs is helpful, but not required.
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