In case you do not know about this field of engineering, here are just some of the things you will do at this camp:
- Learn about metals, nanomaterials, composites, and polymers
- Get hands-on with heat treating, blacksmithing, welding, and casting
- Do materials testing (i.e., impact and tensile strength testing) and materials characterization using an optical and scanning electron microscope
- Practice forensic engineering by investigating how materials fail and investigate the authenticity of historic metal artifacts
This camp is supported by the ASM Materials Education Foundation. Students will learn from professors at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology.
ENROLLMENT PROCESS:
While completing the online registration, the student will be required to submit a 500-800 word essay that explains:
- Who you are as a student
- Why coming to this camp is important to you
- What your expectations are for the camp
- What attributes you bring to the camp
Students may wish to complete this essay in advance.
Additionally, we ask for the contact information (name, email and phone number) of a trusted teacher be provided so that we can ask that they complete a brief recommendation survey for the student.
It's important to note that acceptance into the program is not guaranteed. Evaluation and notification will take place for each student after the registration form, personal essay and teacher recommendation are completed and returned to the camp director, Dr. Michael West.
