Minds & Machines
Minds & Machines is a series of workshops held on the last Saturday of each month during the winter semester 2026 aimed at introducing high school students to in-demand technical skills including 3D Printing/Computer-Aided Design, programming for artificial intelligence, and electrical circuit design.
What is Minds & Machines?
Minds & Machines is a series of workshops aimed at introducing high school students to in-demand technical skills including 3D Printing/Computer-Aided Design, programming for artificial intelligence, and electrical circuit design. Each workshop will be structured to first introduce students to the importance of the skill, followed by hands-on experience through a design challenge aimed at solving real-world problems. Our goal is to equip high school students with practical skills that prepare them for the future of technology.
REGISTRATION NOW OPENS FOR THE FIRST WORKSHOP, 3D PRINTING/CAD WORKSHOP HAPPENING IN JANUARY 31, 2026!
What if your first 3D print could make someone’s everyday life easier?
This year’s Minds & Machines 3D printing workshop is themed “3D Printing for Accessibility”. This one-day, hands-on outreach program is designed for high school students with no prior engineering experience.
Participants will learn the basics of 3D modelling, 3D printing, and human-centred design, then take on a real challenge. This year we will design an assistive gadget, such as a key turner, bottle opener, or utensil adapter, for someone with impaired fine motor function.
By the end of the workshop, students will not only understand how 3D printing works, they will have created a meaningful prototype designed to help others!
Logistics
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Date(s):
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3D Printing Workshop: January 31, 2026
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Electrical Circuit Design Workshop: February 28, 2026
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Programming for Artificial Intelligence: March 28, 2026
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Time: 9am-5pm
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Location: Workshop will be held in-person on the St. George campus (specific location will be provided after registration).
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Food: Lunch and snacks will be provided.
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Participants are required to bring their own devices for each workshop (Laptop is recommended). If you need support with the device, please send an email to uoft.programs@chapter.ewb.ca so we can prepare in advance!
Registration Details
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Cost: $15 per participant for each workshop OR $40 for all 3 workshops. Payment must be made in advance online during registration. If you require a bursary, please send an email to uoft.programs@chapter.ewb.ca to indicate your request for a bursary.
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Join us for this exciting opportunity to explore in-demand technical skills, connect with mentors, and work on innovative projects!
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Registration for 3D Printing Workshop or for $40 bundle due: January 5, 2026