About the Course
Engineering is an art that requires ingenuity, the ability to understand the components of a problem, facility in design, and the capacity to find creative solutions. This course introduces you to the excitement and challenges of scientific investigation with the aim of applying those results to create beneficial engineering designs. We'll do more than calculate solutions to well-posed, simplified problems: we'll translate complicated questions that real engineers encounter into projects that can be tackled and solved. These open-ended assignments require hands-on exploration, in the laboratory (material properties), in the field (remote measurement), and in a virtual environment (logic circuit design. You and your classmates will apply your knowledge of materials and their physical properties along with problem-solving techniques for statics and trusses to construct a bridge subject to constraints. Then we'll see which bridge withstands the greatest load!
Typical Class Size: 18-20
Learning Objectives
- Translate real-world problems into solvable ones using mathematical representations and physical or virtual models
- Apply principles of scientific investigation and the engineering-design process to develop and evaluate creative solutions, while balancing constraints
- Measure and interpret the results of experiments conducted on design projects, including “veritable” laboratories, virtually simulated experiments, and constructing a bridge out of spaghetti and epoxy
- Develop, defend, and present a response to a formal request for proposal, working collaboratively and communicating ideas in multiple ways
- Consider the ethical implications of your work as an engineer as impacting users and the larger society
About Advanced Enrichment courses
These courses offer above-grade-level material that is presented in a novel context, explored with other advanced learners, and guided by a CTY educator to help prepare students for higher-order thinking and college-style academic challenges. Students work individually and may finish the course early if they complete all requirements before the course end date.
Requirements
CTY courses have grade-level requirements and most require minimum test scores. Some courses may also have prerequisites.
Identification DetailsDates and Tuition
In Person
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD
Residential Site
You will be asked to join or sign in first.
Register by: June 11, 2026
Time Commitment:
This course has a lab fee of $187.
Course Materials
Students should bring basic school supplies like pens, notebooks, and folders to their summer program. You will be notified of any additional items needed before the course begins. All other materials will be provided by CTY.
Technical Requirements
Students must bring a tablet with a keyboard, laptop computer, or Chromebook for use during the session. A smartphone will not be sufficient.
You will be asked to join or sign in first.
Register by: July 2, 2026
Time Commitment:
This course has a lab fee of $187.
Course Materials
Students should bring basic school supplies like pens, notebooks, and folders to their summer program. You will be notified of any additional items needed before the course begins. All other materials will be provided by CTY.
Technical Requirements
Students must bring a tablet with a keyboard, laptop computer, or Chromebook for use during the session. A smartphone will not be sufficient.
Registration Fee and Financial Aid
Tuition and fees will be waived or reduced for students who qualify for financial aid.
Learn more about Financial Aid