TechTrek: AI, Chip, & IoT Innovation High School Camp
TechTrek: AI, Chip, & IoT Innovation High School Camp
Explore AI, chips and the connected technologies shaping the future.
TechTrek is a two-week high school camp developed in collaboration with Virginia Tech’s BRICCS team. The program introduces students to artificial intelligence, semiconductor technology, physical computing, machine learning and the Internet of Things through hands-on technical learning. TechTrek camps have been developed with support from the National Science Foundation and connect emerging technologies with future STEM learning and career possibilities.
Grade Range or Audience: High school students in grades 9-12
Duration: Two-week camp
Availability: Summer programming or custom scheduling coordinated with BRICCS and sponsoring partners. Current dates, eligibility, registration and other participation details are coordinated through BRICCS.
Location: Virginia Tech Academic Building One
Explore Connected Technologies
TechTrek gives high school students opportunities to explore technologies that increasingly work together across computing, engineering and connected systems. Program topics may include:
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning
- Semiconductor technology and design
- Physical computing
- Internet of Things technologies and connected systems
Learn alongside Virginia Tech’s BRICCS team
TechTrek is developed in close collaboration with Virginia Tech’s BRICCS research team, bringing current technical areas into a high school learning environment. The program helps students build familiarity with emerging technologies while connecting hands-on learning with future study and STEM career possibilities.
Help expand future TechTrek opportunities
Virginia Tech is seeking sponsors and partners interested in helping continue and expand TechTrek in future years and potentially support additional program formats. Sponsorship can help extend access to high school learners and strengthen connections among education, research and emerging technology fields.
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