Fundamentals of Engineering at MIT

Learn fundamental principles of Mechanical, Electrical, Aero Astor, Civil Engineering, ..., Robotics, and Computer Programming from seasoned MIT Professor and Lecturer/Scientist.

Summer engineering program for teens at MIT (Maximum Capacity 30 Students Per Session)

Program Highlights

This highly anticipated course that will be held for the second time on MIT campus, offering students the inside access to some of the most important engineering labs in the world!

Learn about Fundamentals of Engineering through hands-on projects and simulations.

The program starts with a practical introduction to MATLAB computer programming (a pioneering computational programming language in science and technology) that will be used for better delivery of our course material on various science and engineering fields as it is done at MIT.

Learning from professionals in the field about the latest advancements in engineering and technology.

Residential Tuition :
$5,398

Extended Commuter Tuition:
$3,698

Commuter Tuition:
$3,098

+$250 Tuition Supplement

Session 1:
June 25, 2023 July 7, 2023

Session 2:
July 9, 2023 July 21, 2023

Boston
MIT, Cambridge

Testimonials

"(The instructors) were both very engaging and made efforts to get to everyone and answer their questions during each activity." Lauren S.
"He had a curriculum with a lot of variety ... it kept things interesting!" (Michael O.)

Course Overview

Engineering is an expertise for applying science along with real practical data for solving a problem, given some limitations/specs. In this program you will learn about fundamental principles behind various engineering fields (mechanical, electrical, computer/programing, aero-astro, civil, … ) from MIT seasoned Instructors/Practitioners. This program will also help you to explore your potential college fields of interests while improving your odds of getting admitted to top Engineering schools.

Dorm Accommodations: Students in this program will reside at the Simmons University dorms and will be provided transportation to and from their class at MIT each day.

Excursions in Boston:

Students will have an opportunity to take their newfound skills outside of the classroom and visit MIT Engineering Labs. Students will also have an off campus excursion to an engineering firm.

Meet your instructor

Dr. Talebinejad, and Dr. Frey

Dr. Talebinejad is a Lecturer and Research & Development Scientist at MIT. Dr. Daniel Frey is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at MIT.

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Topics you'll explore

Hands-On Learning

Every day, we start with a "Warm-up Problem" to develop/improve your engineering thought process, by posing a simple science or engineering problem, and then teaching/guiding the students on how to approach and solve/answer those problems.
We continue with a lecture on the "Fundamentals of Science/Engineering" to cover an overview of the needed topic and knowledge for doing the "Hands-on Project" of the day. These projects are in various engineering/science fields such as: Aero Astro, Electronics, Robotics, Mechanical, Civil, Computer Science, Pneumatics …
During this program, our students will also visit various research and development centers at MIT to see and feel how MIT is really conducting such tasks.

Career Exploration

Through this course and program, you will get on-site experience and learn from experts in the field. We will gain an understanding of applied problem solving skills that are involved in Engineering.

Meet with successful professionals and experts in the fields of engineering and technology to learn more about careers and jobs in this field, and have the opportunity to ask questions and learn firsthand what it’s like to work as an engineer. This insight helps students reflect on which areas within the field of engineering is right for them.