Jr. DEEP Weekends - Engineering Outreach at the University of Toronto
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Program Highlights
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Enter classrooms of discovery through engaging workshops and hands-on activities that bring science, technology, and engineering concepts to life.
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Tailored for students from grades 3 to 8, Jr. DEEP Weekends provides a diverse and inclusive learning environment, fostering collaboration and exploration among peers.
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Ignite your curiosity, cultivate critical thinking, and spark a lifelong passion for STEM fields as you engage in unforgettable experiences that pave the way for future discoveries.
Grades
This program is offered to students in Grades 3-8 (in the 2025/2026 academic year).
Dates
Sundays
Round 1: October 26, November 2, November 9, 2025
Round 2: November 16, November 23, November 30, 2025
Students may register for Round 1, Round 2, or both rounds.
Please note it is not possible to register for single days.
Schedule
Sundays - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Workshops
In Jr. DEEP Weekends, students are grouped by grade level and will have the opportunity to explore a series of three workshops tailored to their grade.
Fall 2025 classes will be offered in two rounds:
- Round 1: October 26, November 2, November 9, 2025
- Round 2: November 16, November 23, November 30, 2025
Students are welcome to take courses from both rounds if they like! Participation in Round 1 is not required before taking a course in Round 2.
Round 1 (October 26, November 2, November 9, 2025)
Grade 3/4
Building Creatures with Circuits
Bring your imagination to life by creating light-up creatures using simple circuits. Explore how electricity flows while adding a spark of creativity to your designs.
Disciplines: Electrical & Computer Engineering, Materials Engineering
Forces in Action
Experiment with motion, balance, and stability by building simple launchers or towers. See how small changes can have big effects on strength and performance.
Disciplines: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Patterns in Coding
Dive into block-based coding to create fun shapes, sounds, and repeating patterns. Learn the basics of logic and sequencing in a playful, interactive way.
Disciplines: Electrical & Computer Engineering, Engineering Science
Grade 5/6
Hovercraft Challenge
Engineer your own hovercraft using physics and electronics to test it in action. Explore how air pressure and friction shape speed and stability.
Disciplines: Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering
Intro to Coding Logic
Step into the world of computer science by creating your own interactive projects. Learn the secrets behind loops, conditionals, and debugging — the foundations of every great coder.
Disciplines: Electrical & Computer Engineering, Engineering Science
STEM Mystery Challenge
Crack puzzles and solve challenges in a STEM-themed escape room. Each solution unlocks the next step toward a team victory.
Disciplines: Industrial Engineering, Engineering Science
Grade 7/8
Bioengineering Basics
Step into the world where biology meets innovation. Tackle design challenges that show how science and engineering team up to solve real-world problems.
Disciplines: Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering
Intro to AI & Algorithms
Discover how computers learn and make decisions by creating your own simple AI-inspired projects. Explore how algorithms shape everything from games to real-world tech.
Disciplines: Electrical & Computer Engineering, Engineering Science
Physics of Flight
Take flight by experimenting with planes, propellers, and aerodynamic designs. Tweak and test to see how small adjustments can make all the difference.
Disciplines: Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Science
Round 2 (November 16, November 23, November 30, 2025)
Grade 3/4
Mini Mars Habitats
Design and build your own model space shelters for life on Mars. Work together to solve engineering challenges and imagine what it would take to survive on another planet.
Disciplines: Civil Engineering, Mineral Engineering
Water Explorers
Set sail with boats you build yourself! Experiment with buoyancy and resistance to see whose design floats the longest and carries the most cargo.
Disciplines: Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering
Math in Motion
Uncover the playful side of math with puzzles, games, and coding challenges. Explore shapes, symmetry, and sequences while solving clever problems in motion.
Disciplines: Engineering Science, Industrial Engineering
Grade 5/6
Renewable Energy Explorers
Harness the forces of nature by creating your own solar panels, turbines, or water wheels. See which renewable design produces the most power and learn how innovation drives progress.
Disciplines: Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Crash Test Engineering
Design and test small model vehicles to withstand collisions or drops. Explore safety design, forces, and iteration while competing for the sturdiest build.
Disciplines: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Engineering the Future City
Shape the city of tomorrow with your own futuristic model. Design creative solutions for energy, transportation, and community life — then showcase your bold vision of the future.
Disciplines: Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering
Grade 7/8
Engineering Energy Systems
Design and test small energy systems such as water wheels, simple circuits, or mini turbines. Learn how engineers think about efficiency, cost, and performance when creating real-world solutions.
Disciplines: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering
Medical Mystery Lab
Step into the role of a science detective as you solve biology-inspired challenges. Work with your team to piece together clues and unlock solutions.
Disciplines: Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering
Coding Simulations
Bring coding to life with simulations that model real-world problems. Discover how algorithms help scientists and engineers test, predict, and innovate.
Disciplines: Electrical & Computer Engineering, Engineering Science
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