2016 CAAT Summer Enrichment Camp

These resources are provided by Jackson State University (JSU) and the Center for Advanced Automotive Technology (CAAT) and include information on the 2016 CAAT Summer Enrichment Camp. JSU hosted a one-week summer camp for twelve junior and middle school students at the JSU Department of Industrial Systems and Technology, J Y Woodward building. The purpose of this four day summer enrichment camp was to increase the awareness of 4th-7th grade students in the advancement in automotive technology - self-driving cars with the hope that it will spark interest about pursuing a STEM career and as well improve creativity, analytical, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.

A 26-page final report document and PowerPoint presentation are included. The final report includes a Table of Contents and the following sections: Introduction; CAAT, JSU Advisory Board; Partners/Sponsors; Program faculty and staff; Participants; Academic program; Field Trips; Evaluation; Conclusions; and Appendix A, B, and C.

The PowerPoint presentation includes a program agenda and photographs of participants. The photographs show students participating in activities such as using GIS mapping, CAD and Solid Works software, learning about robotics, and drawing cars.