Introducing Multidisciplinary Engineering Technology and Programing for High School Students Through Summer Program

This innovative practice full paper introduces the design, organization, and evaluation of two one-week summer camps to introduce multi-disciplinary engineering technology and programming to high school students. This program is designed to increase students' interests and knowledge of multi-disciplinary engineering and computing, foster collaboration, and build community. By engaging in our program, students not only think critically and enhance their problem-solving skills but also develop foundational proficiency in engineering and computational thinking. This crucial skill set is recognized as essential in the 21st century, opening doors to enriching engineering capabilities and creating diverse opportunities for pursuing careers in multiple engineering fields. This paper introduces the organizational structure, coordination strategies, core curriculum instructions, and the program assessment result which demonstrates a substantial improvement in knowledge and increased interest in computing and engineering across all participant cohorts. The primary objective of this paper is to furnish a detailed guide, equipping institutions with the essential information required to successfully host similar summer programs. Furthermore, it aims to catalyze endeavors geared towards enhancing young students' participation in the fields of computing and engineering.