Research & Innovation - Design a Dog Wheelchair Class - SUMMER 2024 (#583)
Start Date: 2024-06-12
End Date: 2024-08-23
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Days of the Week: Wednesday, Friday
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- *ALERT: EXCELLENT FOR COLLEGE APPS**
This class can be free! It's easy - just register for any 2 or more summer classes where the combined cost exceeds the fee for this course.
Why are we offering this? Because PVNet is a non-profit and we want students to receive a better education and make the world a better place for animals.
This class includes 2 workshops to learn how to design parts using a 3D design program. Also students will meet with a veterinarian during a class meeting. Ask questions, get advice, and show off your ideas!
Millions of people and animals require use of a wheelchair of some type. This class brings together many exciting opportunities to learn, design, and create.
There is something for everyone in this class.- Veterinary medicine (related to wheelchairs for dogs)
- Engineering
- Art & Ergonomics
- Animal rehabilitation (rear paralyzed dog)
- Healthcare (humans use wheelchairs)
- CAD design
- 3D printing
- Workshop fabrication processes (hands on)
Students will receive input and advice from professionals. A medical grade professionally made dog wheel chair will serve as the basis for their learning and design experience.
Real World Experience ================ Working alone, collaborating with a partner, or working as a team (important skills to learn), students will prototype and refine their ideas to build and bring their final design to life and see it used by a paralyzed dog in need!
This will be a fantastic project to include in your college application and resume.
BENEFITS: Too many to list ===================- Small work group size = more attention
- Enhanced experience far beyond high schools and even many colleges.
- Opportunities for professional development
- Excellent for improving academic & job opportunities
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placeAdditional InformationStudents must bring a laptop.
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