Monday 31 October 2011

Grease Monkey – Create ‘mobots’ and understand everyday mechanics





Gears, motors, levers, sensors – all Greek and Latin? And fascinating at the same time ? Get acquainted with these movers and shakers of the mechanical world at Cloud Mentor’s ‘Grease Monkey’ -  a fun filled Mechanics course for teens. These new friends will help you in making a cool new mechanical toy all on your own!



What we do:



  • Basics of measurements and units - acquire the essential scientific skills
  • Introductory concepts -  understand how motors, gears and sensors work
  • Material coupling techniques - learn to use glue, nails, clamps, nuts and bolts appropriately
  • Construction of a mechanical sensor - you will apply the concepts to construct a working sensor
  • Assembling and testing of a mechanical toy - design, assemble, test and improve your own pet – a full-fledged four-legged moving animal !

How your child will benefit:



  • Basics of measurements and units - acquire the essential scientific skills
  • Introductory concepts -  understand how motors, gears and sensors work
  • Material coupling techniques - learn to use glue, nails, clamps, nuts and bolts appropriately
  • Construction of a mechanical sensor - you will apply the concepts to construct a working sensor
  • Assembling and testing of a mechanical toy - design, assemble, test and improve your own pet – a full-fledged four-legged moving animal !
What we use:



  • A complete Practical Kit for each child
  • Sessions conducted by mentors passionate about mechanics
  • Every concept reinforced by hands-on activity
  • Audio-visual content to explain real life applications
  • Live demonstrations of models to explain key concepts 

    Age group – 12 to 16 (Advanced), 8 to 12 (Basic).                   

    Winter "Chill" Programme - Nov to Feb, 2011 - Come visit our "Nest" to enroll!

    Contact:
    Nikhil Gumbhir, +91 97421 43244
    #596, 2nd Cross, 3rd Block, Koramangala (Behind water tank)

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