STEM Faire

Location: San Diego Mesa College - 7250 Mesa College Dr, San Diego, CA 92111

Time: 8am to 3:30pm

Ages:

8-10

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A challenge-based engineering course where students design, build, and solve real-world problems in real time through hands-on prototyping and testing.

STEMfaire immerses students in fast-paced engineering challenges that mirror how engineers solve problems under real-world constraints. Students are tasked with designing, building, and testing structures and systems in real time, requiring quick decision-making, collaboration, and iteration. Using 3D-printed components, hands-on fabrication, and industry-style testing tools such as a shaker table, students evaluate performance, identify failures, and rapidly improve their designs. This course emphasizes adaptability, resilience, and applied engineering fundamentals—preparing students to think and work like real engineers.

Students Can Use These Skills For:

Solving engineering problems under time and resource constraints
Applying rapid prototyping and testing workflows used in industry
Developing teamwork and technical communication skills
Building confidence in hands-on engineering environments
Preparing for advanced STEM and engineering programs

Tools Used:

3D Design & 3D Printing Tools
Prototyping and Fabrication Materials
Shaker Table for Structural Testing
Measurement, Analysis, and Iteration Tools
Engineering Challenge Frameworks

Students Will:

Take on real-time engineering challenges with defined constraints
Design and build functional structures and systems
Test projects using industry-style equipment
Analyze results and iterate designs under time pressure
Complete multiple challenge-based projects demonstrating applied engineering skills

Pathway:

Engineering Design
Prototyping
Real-Time Problem Solving

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