Yea Summer Camp
YES! We have a summer camp! We partner with SUU and BZI for the Youth Engineering Academy Summer Camps. These hands-on camps at Southern Utah University and Southwest Tech, invite students to dive into exciting projects while expanding into all of STEM—turning curiosity into creativity and problem-solving power. From building wild contraptions to exploring future-ready technologies, YEA makes STEM exciting, accessible, and fun for every learner. Registration opens in January, so mark your calendar and join us for an unforgettable journey into science, engineering, and innovation!
This year, students attending the YEA Summer Camp at Southwest Tech will have the opportunity to experience every program. Each week will feature one program per day, allowing you to learn more and navigate towards the best path for you.
Embark on Expedition X with SUU and Southwest Technical College! At our camps, you can decode secret engineering missions, build daring inventions, explore automotive and welding, and play D&D. You will explore new technologies, solve challenges, and collaborate to unlock creativity and critical thinking—preparing you for the STEM journeys of the future. Registration opens in January—join the adventure this summer and take your skills to the next level!
To learn more about the Southwest Tech portion of the YEA Summer Camp, explore the programs, check out our calendar, and find out what students can expect to learn below.
WELDING
Spark your creativity and build real-world skills in this hands-on welding camp! Students will dive into essential welding techniques, learn critical safety practices, and work directly with a variety of metals to create their own projects.
Whether you’re curious about welding as a future career or simply excited to try something new, this camp provides a solid foundation in both technical ability and creative craftsmanship. Get ready to weld, shape, and design as you explore the exciting world of metalwork.
Open to middle and high school students.
AUTOMOTIVE
Rev up your curiosity and discover what makes cars run in this hands-on automotive mechanics camp! Students will learn the fundamentals of vehicle maintenance, explore key engine components, and tackle practical repair and diagnostic activities. Depending on final camp plans, participants may even get the chance to build their own Tamiya race car for an added boost of engineering excitement.
Throughout the camp, students will develop technical skills, strengthen problem-solving abilities, and work collaboratively as they dive into the world of automotive engineering and innovation.
Open to middle and high school students.
PUBLIC SAFETY
Step into the thrilling world of first responders in this hands-on, action-packed course! Students will explore the fundamentals of fire safety, learn essential first aid skills, and experience realistic rescue scenarios designed to build confidence and teamwork.
Whether you dream of becoming a firefighter, EMT, or police officer, this class offers an exciting head start—complete with practical training and real-world techniques used by everyday heroes. Gear up, jump in, and discover what it takes to save the day, all while having fun alongside other future lifesavers.
Open to middle and high school students.
CULINARY
Calling all food lovers and future chefs! This hands-on culinary camp is your chance to slice, dice, sizzle, and serve your way to serious kitchen confidence. Students will explore the art of cooking through creative, skill-building activities—transforming fruits and veggies into edible masterpieces, mastering cookies with pro-level baking techniques, discovering the secrets behind amazing flavor combinations, and firing up the grill to become a true backyard BBQ boss.
Whether you’re dreaming of a culinary career or simply love to eat and create, this camp dishes out practical skills and delicious fun that you’ll use for life.
Open to middle and high school students.