McMaster University

Faculty of Engineering, Venture Engineering and Science / Computer and Technology, Day Camp Programs
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Record #: HAM6083 Last Modified: 18 Apr 2013 Last Full Update: 18 Apr 2013
Early Years Information
Public Bulletin
This program operates only at specific times of the year. Check with the organization for current information about dates of operation!
Early Years HeadingsCamps
Location, Telephone & Internet
Address & Map
John Hodgins Bldg, JHE-A201D
1280 Main St W
Hamilton, ON L8S 4L7
 
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Located In CommunityHamilton West
Major IntersectionUniversity Ave and Sterling St
Office Phone905-525-9140 ext 24906
Fax905-546-5492
E-Mailvespi@mcmaster.ca
Websiteventure.mcmaster.ca
Contact Information
Mailing Addressc/o Carm Vespi
Primary ContactCarm Vespi, Manager, Engineering Alumni Office, Faculty of Engineering, McMaster University; Email: vespi@mcmaster.ca
Description & Services
DescriptionVENTURE SUMMER CAMPS: 
 
Venture Engineering and Science, Computer and Technology Camps strives to educate children on all subjects specific to these fields of study. With the help of undergraduate McMaster students, every camper will discover the importance of hands-on experience and practical theory. By introducing young minds to everyday examples of engineering and science, Venture expects to encourage and influence future scholastic endeavours. Venture staff is a proud group of employees, who value their responsibility as role-models and strive to promote the Venture vision. Venture is eager to initiate innovation and promote educational excitement that will expand the minds of youth today. 
 
Projects for the summer include: 
 
Engineering and Science - Novice Grades 1 & 2 
Fantastic Flyers, Electrifying Sounds, Silly Sea Cucumber Dissection 
 
Engineering & Science - Juniors Grades 3 & 4 Blue 
Magnetic "Go Fish", Terrific Trebuchet, Super Squid Dissection 
 
Engineering & Science - Junior Grade 3 & 4 Green 
Geodesic Dome, Circuit Surgery, Magnificent Mouse Dissection 
 
Engineering and Science - Intermediates Grades 5 & 6 
Forest - Under a Microscope, Gadget Gizmo, Dogfish Shark Dissection 
 
Engineering and Science - Seniors Grades 7 & 8  
Blast Off Rocket Launch, Formula 1 - Laser Racers, Amazing Frog Dissection 
 
Computers and Technology - Juniors Grades 3 & 4 
Game Genie, Venture Jeopardy Lego NXT-1.0 
 
Computers and Technology - Intermediate Grades 5 & 6  
Venture Film Festival, Sonic Soundboard, Lego NXT-2.0  
 
Computer and Technology - Senior Grades 7 & 8 
Website Design 101, V-Tunes, Lego NXT-3.0 
 
Please refer to the website for additional information on each camp program.
HoursMon-Fri 9 am-4 pm * Extended Care Mon-Fri 8 am-9 am, 4 pm-5:30 pm
DatesCamp operates weekly sessions in July, August * Call for details
Areas ServedBurlington ; Hamilton (City of)
BoundariesCity of Hamilton and Burlington
EligibilityAges: 6 year(s) - 13 year(s)
FeesProgram - Call or check the web site for details
LanguagesEnglish
Other Details
AccessibilityFully Accessible
Established1991
Record Classification
Service CategoriesSpecial Interest Camps ~ Science and Technology Issues