Previously Offered Summer Programs

Materials Research Science and Engineering Center

MRSEC-NSF
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MRSEC
University of Maryland
2120 Physics Building
College Park, MD 20742

~ Roller Coaster Workshop ~

Hold onto your Seat! This camp is designed for students entering grades 10-12. This camp is designed for students interested in the designing and learning of the science and engineering of roller coasters.

Scheduled Activities Include:

Team building exercises
Background and history of roller coasters
Physics and engineering of roller coasters
Field trip to Six Flags Amusement Park (8 AM - 5 PM)
Computer modeling and simulation
Design and construction of K'nex roller coaster models
Presentation of completed models

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