Mechanics for Beginners. Level 1 (Sun 10:30am - 11:30am)

Mechanics for Beginners (Ages 6.5 - 7) ⚙️🏗️

When: Once a week for 60 minutes

What we learn:This course introduces key mechanical concepts through hands-on construction of mechanical prototypes. Students will explore how everyday machines, such as elevators and cranes, work by analyzing their structure, movement, and function. By building their own working models, children gain a deeper understanding of the mechanics behind the world around them.

A look into the class:Each lesson begins with a teacher-led presentation where students discover a new machine or mechanism. For example, in an Elevator class, children will explore how elevators function, their history, and the key components that allow them to move. They will then work independently using step-by-step iPad instructions to build their own models. Throughout the process, the teacher provides guidance, encourages critical thinking, and fosters discussions to deepen understanding. 🔍🔧

What we achieve:This course introduces children to fundamental physics principles, including different types of motion (rotary, oscillatory, translational), simple mechanisms, and various types of transmissions (gears, pulleys, levers, inclined planes, and more). Through hands-on building and problem-solving, students will apply critical thinking to their creations while developing teamwork, communication, and engineering skills. 🚀

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Mechanics for Beginners (Âges 6,5 - 7 ans) ⚙️🏗️

Quand: Une fois par semaine pendant 60 minutes

Ce que nous apprenons :Ce cours introduit les concepts clés de la mécanique à travers la construction pratique de prototypes mécaniques. Les élèves exploreront comment fonctionnent des machines du quotidien, telles que les ascenseurs et les grues, en analysant leur structure, leur mouvement et leur fonction. En construisant leurs propres modèles fonctionnels, les enfants acquerront une compréhension plus approfondie des mécanismes qui façonnent le monde qui les entoure.

Un aperçu de la classe :Chaque leçon commence par une présentation dirigée par l'enseignant, où les élèves découvrent une nouvelle machine ou un mécanisme. Par exemple, dans un cours sur les Ascenseurs, les enfants exploreront leur fonctionnement, leur histoire et les composants clés qui leur permettent de se déplacer. Ensuite, ils travaillent de manière autonome à l'aide d'instructions étape par étape sur un iPad pour construire leurs propres modèles. Tout au long du processus, l'enseignant offre des conseils, encourage la réflexion critique et favorise les discussions pour approfondir la compréhension. 🔍🔧

Ce que nous accomplissons:

Ce cours initie les enfants aux principes fondamentaux de la physique, notamment les différents types de mouvement (rotation, oscillation, translation), les mécanismes simples et les divers types de transmissions (engrenages, poulies, leviers, plans inclinés, et plus). Grâce à la construction pratique et à la résolution de problèmes, les élèves appliqueront leur pensée critique à leurs créations tout en développant des compétences en travail d'équipe, en communication et en ingénierie. 🚀

Our courses consist of two semesters: Level 1 and Level 2, which take place within one year and include a total of 37 classes. Typically, students complete a year of lessons before moving on to a more advanced course. However, in some cases, if their teacher believes they are ready, they can advance earlier.

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Payment methods

Please choose one of the following payment methods upon registration:

Block - 1 payment every 5 classes
By choosing this payment option upon registration, you'll have a payment due every 5th class*. To ensure your enrollment, subsequent payments should be made no later than the day of the last paid class. You can conveniently make payments over the phone, online or at the reception desk. Please be aware that if the payment is not received by the day of the last paid class, your spot within the group may become available for waitlisted students.

*Please note that due to the structure of the schedule, the last payment of each semester may include up to 6 remaining classes.

Semester - 1 payment from start date until end of semester (Price prorates weekly to reflect remaining classes)
By choosing this payment option upon registration, you will benefit from a discounted price per class and your payment will cover a semester in full.

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School calendar
We are closed during the winter holidays and during spring Break, meaning that there will be no classes from December 20th to January 4th and March 7-8. It's important to know that these classes are not included in any of the payment options.
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Cancellation and make-up policies
This course is eligible for a make-up class incase of absence.

Early withdrawal fee: In the event of an early withdrawal before the final paid class, a fee of $50 will be applicable. The remaining amount corresponding to the unattended classes will be transferred to your family credit account and can be used towards any activity at our school. If you prefer to receive a refund of the remaining balance directly to your debit/credit card, please be aware that an additional administration fee of 3% of the total order amount will be incurred.
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To read more about our cancellation and make-up policies, please, visit the website - https://stemschoolinventor.ca/cancellation-policies