Developed in collaboration with local Twin Cities designers, the class introduces key concepts of structure, form and space through hands-on projects and model building. Use the 3-D design tool TinkerCAD® to plan and design architectural creations, experimenting with digital design and problem solving. From imaginative sketches to computer models, bring their ideas to life while exploring the foundations of architecture.

Build models and discuss the engineering science behind each creation. Then be challenged to improve and customize your designs for added creativity. Possible projects include the never-look-back machine, skittletops, do-nothing machine, coat hanger daredevil, trapdoor cable car, parachute machine, rubber band racer and other wild contraptions.

Combine LEGO® Education and LEGO Technic™ materials to study design, technology, science and mathematics. Build learning models, then be challenged to customize and improve your projects using the principles you have discovered. Possible builds include a scissor lift, stamping press, robotic arm, robotic hand, animatronic scarecrow and even a dinosaur.