Afterschool Build Your Own Gaming PC Workshop

Join us for the Afterschool Build Your Own Gaming PC Workshop starting on Monday, December 4, 2023, at 5:00 p.m.. This exciting in-person event is perfect for high school gamers and tech enthusiasts who want to learn how to build their own gaming PC from scratch all while earning college credit.*
During this workshop, you'll get hands-on experience and expert guidance on selecting the right components, assembling the PC, and troubleshooting common issues. Whether you're a beginner or have some knowledge, this workshop will provide valuable insights and tips to enhance your gaming experience.
Our knowledgeable instructors will walk you through each step, explaining the purpose and function of each component. You'll learn about motherboards, processors, graphics cards, memory, storage, and more. By the end of the workshop, you'll have a fully functional gaming PC that you built yourself that you can put to the test in a gaming tournament.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable skills and unleash your inner tech wizard. Join us at the Afterschool Build Your Own Gaming PC Workshop and take your gaming experience to the next level. Limited seats are available, so sign up now!
Courses run daily from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and registration is limited to ages 15-17. Transportation is not provided.
*College credit is subject to additional requirements and may not be available for all participants

Agenda
Unit 1: Assembling the PC: We will spend the bulk of our time here building the PC, understanding what role each piece plays, and considerations when building a PC
Unit 2: Troubleshooting the PC: It's technology - it doesn't always work right the first (or 10th) time. We will walk you through some of the more common issues with the hardware build and provide you with a framework for troubleshooting any issues.
Unit 3: Software: Welcome to your new PC. Now, you need software. We'll help you install Windows, add drivers, and also troubleshoot why some things aren't working. Then, we'll show you how to optimize your PC for gaming.
Entrepreneurship: Throughout the course, we'll take some time to explore Flexible Hybrid Electronics. Students will work in teams to identify a problem to solve, design a product (PC-based, of course), build a business plan, and then pitch it to a panel of industry, academic, and government professionals. We'll also bring in guest speakers and may have the opportunity to tour a chip manufacturing plant in Sterling. 
Pitch Day and Gaming Tournament: Our hosts at The Outer Limit will set up a mini-tournament for you to flex your new PCs. But not before you pitch your idea to our panel. Parents are welcome to view the pitch event and the tournament. 

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