As the official education partner of BattleBots®, iD Tech offers an exclusive learning experience that combines engineering craftsmanship with the excitement of a robotics championship.
At iD Tech's BattleBots® Camp: Robotics Engineering with VEX at Northwestern University, teens aged 13-17 dive into the exciting world of robotics. Campers customize, build, and wire their own BattleBots using the VEX Robotics Design System. They learn to devise custom attachments like claw arms or battering rams and program their robots with VEX C++ to navigate challenges such as racing, obstacle courses, and capture the flag. The program emphasizes mechanical engineering principles and provides a hands-on, competitive environment where students optimize their bot's hardware and software between competitions. The week culminates in a BattleBots®-style championship, allowing students to apply their newly acquired skills in a thrilling showdown. Participants gain practical experience in robot construction, C++ programming, and problem-solving, fostering a strong foundation in robotics and engineering.
A typical day blends hands-on learning sessions in a lab with outdoor and recreational activities on the Northwestern University campus.
This camp is best for teens aged 13-17 who are interested in robotics, engineering, and competitive building challenges.
Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
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