Abstract

Abstract

The rapid pace of new technology development has influenced both engineering education and engineering students. It is becoming evident that the education is becoming deficient in addressing new subject matter and industry required skills while attempting to maintain the basic, core engineering fundamentals. Students are also falling behind in their ability to understand and implement these fundamentals. New, integrated approaches, in the real world context, are required to address these curriculum deficiencies in innovative and cost-effective ways.

This paper presents a summary of the experiencegained from several offerings of a space adventure camp for high-school students at a university campus. Pedagogical, organizational, logistical and safety issues are discussed. Linkages to other elements in our aerospace educational program are made, including a university mentorship for high-school students and the satellite design project. Support from over 20 organizations is reviewed, including the strong Manitoba aerospace industry, the amateur radio community, and several high schools.

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