Events - 24 Jul 23

Junior Welding (2) – CLASS IS FULL

Have you heard about welding? Are you interested in the endless possibilities that you can do with it? Here’s your chance to learn about welding and obtain these hands-on welding skills. You will be observing demonstrations, learning safety and welding in a state of the art welding lab, with the ECC Welding instructor. (Ages 13-18)

Gain the skills needed in today’s workplace or use at home!

Register at least one week prior to the start of class to avoid class cancellations. Class size is limited.

• July 24 – 27, 2023
• Monday through Thursday
• 8:00 a.m. – noon
• Business & Industry Center  42 Prairie Dell Plaza Drive (Map)
• Welding Lab Room 130

Participant will need to wear a pair of ankle-high lace-up boots and blue jeans.
*Registration includes welding jacket, gloves and helmet/face guard will be provided, if you do not already have them.

Hogwarts Literature and Wizardry – CLASS IS FULL

Receive your acceptance to 2023 Hogwarts School of witchcraft and wizardry camp. Come explore the subjects that Harry Potter studied at Hogwarts. Join us as we visit the amazing world of Harry, Ron, Hermione, and of course the infamous You Know Who! Learn proper wand techniques, how to mix potions, and properly play the game of Quidditch. Ages 9 -15.

Register at least one week prior to the start of class to avoid class cancellations. Class size is limited.

• July 24 – 27, 2023
• Monday – Thursday
• 8:30 – 11:30 am
• Room ECTC 112/Conf A
• ECC Full Campus Map

Cardboard Sculpture – CLASS IS FULL

Students will use recycled cardboard to build small and full-scale sculptures. Processes will include planning, modeling, assembly, and finishing. You will practice planning, testing methods, study of structural form, spatial imagination, synthesis of shapes, and decorative media. Ages 9-18.

Register at least one week prior to the start of class to help avoid class cancellations. Class size is limited.

• July 24 – 27, 2023
• Monday – Thursday
• 9:00 am – noon
• Business & Industry Center  42 Prairie Dell Plaza Drive
• BIC 131
• (Map)

It’s Your Bag!

Students will construct several projects using basic sewing methods. This is an opportunity to use a sewing machine to straight stitch will be provided. Students wills also explore embellishment methods such as embroidery, felt art, bead application and more. This class will be fun and enriching for ages 10 – 14.

Register at least one week prior to the start of class to avoid class cancellations. Class size is limited.

• July 24 – 27, 2023
• Monday – Thursday
• 9:00 – noon
• RNT 115, 2303 North Bishop, Rolla, MO 65401

WEDO Robotics – CLASS IS FULL

This summer course is designed to teach beginning robotics students how to experiment with the application of simple machines in a robotic environment. Each student will be assigned his/her own WEDO LEGO robot to use. Participants will learn the core concepts of robot design and WEDO programming. This program is designed for the students who love to tinker and build things that move. Our goal is to make science, technology, engineering and mathematics irresistibly FUN. Brought to you by Kaleidoscope Discovery Center. Ages 6-9.

Register at least one week prior to the start of class to help avoid class cancellations. Class size is limited.

• July 24, 2023
• Monday
• 9:00 – noon
• RNT 108, 2303 North Bishop, Rolla, MO 65401

Animal Portraiture – CLASS IS FULL

Students will learn the fundamentals and basics of drawing realistic animal portraits using just colored pencils. You will learn shading, the process of drawing fur, and color theory. You will also learn to apply a detailed understanding of animal anatomy and proportions to make your drawings as lifelike as possible. Students will need to bring a high quality printed photo of their favorite animal. Ages 12-18.

Register at least one week prior to the start of class to help avoid class cancellations. Class size is limited.

• July 24 – 27, 2023
• Monday – Thursday
• 12:30 – 3:30 pm
• ECTC 112
• (Map)

Beyond the Board: Tabletop Game Design – CLASS IS FULL

An exploration of game theory and tabletop game design. We will talk about game balance, challenge level, and explore cooperative vs competitive games. We will prototype a game as a team and then playtest it. Ages 9-18.

Register at least one week prior to the start of class to help avoid class cancellations. Class size is limited.

• July 24 – 26, 2023
• Monday – Wednesday
• 1:00 – 4:00 pm
• RTC 111, 500 Forum Drive, Rolla Technical Center, Rolla 65401

Clay Play Days – CLASS IS FULL

Students will make a variety of projects in the world of clay. Projects may include but are not limited to pinch pots, slab cups and “spirit animals.” Choice of shape, texture, color and more are up to the individuals. Ages 11 – 14.

Register at least one week prior to the start of class to help avoid class cancellations. Class size is limited.

• July 24 – 28, 2023
• Monday – Friday
• 1:00 – 3:00 pm
• HH 260
• (Map)