VEX IQ Robotics STEM Camp Summer 2026

Course Description

Students will learn STEM principles to build, program, control, and operate VEX IQ robots. The program includes Introduction to VEX IQ, Build a Drivetrain and Basic VEX IQ Robots, working with complex VEX IQ Robots Proximity Sensors & Multi-directional Controls, Problem Solving Capstone and Competition. This is a camp for students in grades 6-8. 

Taught by the Frederick County High Schools students and mentors from the FIRST Robotics Competition Team 686 Bovine Intervention

Date(s), Time(s), Location

Monday, June 22, 2026
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Friday, June 26, 2026

4:00PM-6:00PM Eastern Time

Mount St. Mary's University, Frederick Campus
5350 Spectrum Dr.
Frederick, MD 21703

Instructor

Robert J. Miller

Mr. Miller has been a mentor to the local FIRST Robotics team for 7 years, having 2 children participate. He continues to be involved in team operations and expansion of the program, providing STEM opportunities to all students within Frederick County.

Technical Requirements or Needed Materials

Personal Computer, if you have one although NOT required.

*Please note that the course registration fee is non-refundable.