Engineering and Technology

The 4-H engineering and technology area is designed to help members explore and gain skills in STEM. Participants engage in activities such as building structures, programming robots, and designing rockets. These projects encourage problem-solving and critical thinking.

Aerospace/Rocketry

In this project, members will explore aerospace technology and explore the fundamentals of rocketry.

Rocketry A (ages 7-13): rockets made from kits

Rocketry B (ages 11-13): rockets designed by an exhibitor, not merely a modification of a kit

Rocketry C (ages 14+): rockets made from kits or designed by an exhibitor

Rocketry D (ages 11+): rockets designed by 2 or more exhibitors, not merely a modification of a kit

 

Ag Mechanics and Welding

The ag mechanics and welding projects incorporates areas of welding and smithing, including repairing items, repurposing items, and the fabrication of new items. Members will learn how to build, modify, or repair steel-based projects.

Astronomy

Members in the astronomy project explore what the stars and planets are made of? Astronomers ask big questions and seek out the secrets of the universe. This project could include a telescope made from a kit, original design telescope, educational display, or educational poster.

Building Block Engineering

The Building Block Engineering project teaches the fundamentals of engineering, design, and construction. These projects are built with building blocks (Legos.)

Computer Science

Dive into the world of computers, software programming, and hardware knowledge with the computer science project! You will learn concepts related to programming and applications, internet safety, and building, maintaining, and repairing computers.

Electric and Renewable Energy

The electric and renewable energy project develops skills related to safe practices, proper use of fuses and circuit breakers, and proper lighting and wiring techniques.

Robotics

Imagine designing, building and programming your very own robot! Using LEGO robotics platforms coding and programming skills are emphasized.

Small Engines

This project dives into the world of small engines. Youth can learn all about how engines work and how to keep them working. They will identify and discover the functions of different parts, identify issues, and rebuild engines.

Uncrewed Aircraft Systems

The uncrewed aerial systems, or UAS project, explores the world from above the trees and
discovers new frontiers. UASs are commonly known as Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or
drones. Members explore the uses and applications of unmanned aerial systems including how UASs
link to other projects such as geology, robotics, electronics, crop science, and many more.

Woodworking

The woodworking project is a great way to develop skills around working with wood, using tools, and building.