ENGINEERING CHALLENGE SUMMER CAMP 2026 (AL WASL) -->

Put your creativity, engineering knowledge, and problem-solving skills to the test in a week packed with exciting design and build challenges. Students will tackle real-world engineering problems, experiment with mechanical systems, and learn how engineers think, design, test, and improve solutions.

Children are grouped by age and ability, ensuring every learner is challenged at the right level.

What They'll Learn

⚙️ Simple Machines (Part 2) (Ages 6–9 | 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM)

• Build upon foundational mechanics concepts
• Explore gears, pulleys, levers, and motion systems
• Create hands-on projects using simple machines
• Understand how mechanical systems work together

🔧 Engineering Challenges (Ages 6–9 | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM)

• Solve fun engineering missions and design tasks
• Build, test, and improve creative solutions
• Learn teamwork, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Develop confidence through hands-on innovation

🔧 Engineering Challenges (Ages 10–13 | 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM)

• Tackle advanced engineering and design challenges
• Apply engineering principles to real-world scenarios
• Prototype, test, and refine innovative solutions
• Strengthen analytical thinking and collaboration skills

⚙️ Machines & Mechanics (Part 2) (Ages 10–13 | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM)

• Explore advanced mechanical systems and engineering concepts
• Investigate force, motion, energy, and efficiency
• Build and analyze working mechanical models
• Apply engineering thinking to practical challenges

Skills Developed

✅ Engineering Design
✅ Problem Solving
✅ Critical Thinking
✅ Creativity & Innovation
✅ Teamwork & Collaboration
✅ Mechanical Understanding

Outcome

By the end of the week, students will have completed a variety of engineering challenges, strengthened their understanding of machines and mechanics, and developed the confidence to approach complex problems with creativity and structured thinking.