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Summer Programme
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 VASCSC Summer Programme 2023 - Schedule
Name of Module Timings Level Activities No. of Fee' ?
Seats
Code Start Date - End Date

Science is Fu Summer Camp 10:00 am - Std. 1 - 2 Welcome to the amazing world of science and 25 2000
SC-A1 25 - 29 Apr 12:30 pm mathematics. Enjoy Do it Yourself activities -
SC-A2 2 - 6 May Magic bus, Human anatomy, What's the Time -
SC-A3 9 - 13 May DIY clock, Shapes and patterns, Musical pipes,
SC-A4 16 - 20 May Sun - natural energy source, Food and nutrition,
SC-A5 23 - 27 May Play with numbers, Magic filter, Optical illusion,
Whirling fan, Flying fish, Clap in the air, Yo-Yo,
Science challenge, Paper plane, Games,
Puzzles, Competitions, and more.
STEM Funday 2:30 - 5:30 pm Std. 4 - 6 Welcome to the amazing world of science 30 600
SF-A1 10 May themed fun learning with activities like Science
SF-A2 17 May fantasy, Crazy chemical reactions , Play with
light and learn its properties, Exciting science
games, mind blowing puzzles , prizes,
takeaways and more.
Book Buddies 9:30 - 11:00 am Std. 4 - 6 Introduction to Library, Parts of a book, How to 15 1100
BB-A1 25 - 29 Apr write a book review, Be a reporter, Story writing,
BB-A2 16 - 20 May Make your own picture book, Design its cover,
Create your book mark , Book Bingo, Visit to a
printing press, Library treasure hunt, I Spy,
Virtual visit to a library.
Nanotechnology
How Small is 'nano'? 9:30 - 11:00 am Std. 3 - 5 Aerogel - the frozen smoke, The rise of 20 1000
NT-A1 5 - 7 May ferrofluids, Fullere - the wonder nanomaterial,
Supramolecules - wonderful world of ultra small
containers, Nitinol-An amazing smart material.
Space and Beyond 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Std. 6 - 8 Aerogel - Aboard the Stardust spacecraft, 20 1200
NT-B1 5 - 7 May Dynamics of ferrofluid, Shape memory
mechanics, C60 - the magical molecule,
Supramolecular assembly and supramolecules,
Emerging smart material - Piezoelectric,
Chromoactive and photoactive materials.
Chemistry
Chem 4 Kids 9:30 - 11:00 am Std. 2 - 5 Introduction to lab and lab equipments, Fun 20 1200
CH-A1 25 - 29 Apr chemistry activities such as Genie in a bottle,
CH-A2 2 - 6 May Burning a note , Writing with water, Chemical
CH-A3 9 - 13 May volcano, Battlefield, Elephant toothpaste, Magic
CH-A4 16 - 20 May bottle, Volatile liquid, Invisible message , Magic
CH-A5 23 - 27 May sand.
CH-A6 30 May - 3 Jun
Fun with Chemistry 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Std. 6 - 8 Introduction to lab and lab equipments. Fun 20 1200
CH-B1 2 - 6 May chemistry activities such as Be a forensic
CH-B2 9 - 13 May expert, Making of gases, Lava lamp, Preparing
CH-B3 16 - 20 May slime, Make your own fireproof cloth, Catalyst
CH-B4 23 - 27 May at work, Coloured flask, Magic filtration and
CH-B5 30 May - 3 Jun Styrofoam glue.
Chemistry Exploration 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Std. 9 - 10 Emerging smart material, Instrumentation in 20 1500
CH-C1 25 - 29 Apr chemical science , Photochemistry, Chemical
Reactions, Cross-linking polymer, Super cooled
liquid, Hot ice, Effects of salt on ice.
Biology
Little Scientis 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Std. 1 - 3 Fun with plants - Transpiration, Phototropism 20 1200
BO-A1 25 - 29 Apr Journey from seed to a plant, Inside the seed,
BO-A2 2 - 6 May Find the age of a tree, Leaf printing, What's
BO-A3 9 - 13 May inside your body, Soil & its components, Looking
BO-A4 16 - 20 May through a microscope and other interesting
BO-A5 23 - 27 May activities. Outdoor session - Identification of
BO-A6 30 May - 3 Jun plants.
*GST extra , as applicable
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Seats
Code Start Date - End Date

Science Exploration| 9:30 - 11:00 am Std. 4 - 6 Know your fingerprints, Different types of 20 1200
BO-B1 25 - 29 Apr microorganisms and their food requirements,
BO-B2 9 - 13 May Osmosis, Diffusion , Food and nutrition,
BO-B3 23 - 27 May Biomagnification, Biogeochemical cycle, Various
science games and puzzles.
Microscopic Exploration 9:30 - 11:00 am Std. 6 - 8 Understand the parts of light microscope. Learn 20 1200
BO-C1 2 - 6 May how to set a slide under compound microscope.
BO-C2 16 - 20 May Prepare temporary slides of materials from
BO-C3 30 May - 3 Jun your surroundings. Prepare permanent slide
mounts of leaf stomata, leaf vein, plant cells,
animal cells, pollen grain, bread mold, etc.
Biology Investigation 4:00 - 5:30 pm Std. 8 - 10 Instruments and techniques used in biology, 15 1200
BO-D1 2 - 6 May preparation of permanent slides , introduction to
BO-D2 16 - 20 May different bacterial staining methods, effect of
different chemical agents on microorganisms ,
chromatography techniques, experiments with
soil, factors affecting enzyme activity, detect
the purity of kitchen ingredients.
Mathematics
Joy of Mathematics 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Std. 4 - 5 Symmetry in use - create patterns and images 20 1200
MA-A1 25 - 29 Apr using symmetry. Maths and Weaving - make
MA-A2 2 - 6 May patterns to understand how mathematics is used
MA-A3 9 - 13 May in fabric production. Labyrinth game - interesting
MA-A4 16 - 20 May and fun way to understand complex network
systems. Flexible Solids - create & understand
the mathematics of flexible solid. Fun with
Numbers - easy yet intriguing number puzzle
based on simple mathematical operations.
Maths is Fun 4:00 - 5:30 pm Std. 6 - 7 Mathematical Dissection - making different 20 1200
MA-B1 25 - 29 Apr sections of a solid. Games and Puzzles -
MA-B2 2 - 6 May understanding the mathematics behind logical
puzzles. Mathematical Envelope -understanding
mathematical pattern. Create various types of
mathematical illusions. Making of Tumbling
Blocks - a model that uses kinetic illusion.
Maths DIY 9:30 - 11:00 am Std. 8 - 9 Mathematical Envelops - using straight lines to 20 1200
MA-C1 9 - 13 May create curved surfaces. Understanding different
MA-C2 16 - 20 May number systems (binary, ternary) and a puzzle.
Maths & Architecture - constructing a tower with
application in civil and architectural engineering.
Lissajous's Curve - a curve that describes
Complex Harmonic Motion and its uses.
Understanding mathematics in barcodes, ISBN,
QR codes and game based on codes.
Vedic Maths 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Std. 7 - 10 Vedic maths is a collection of techniques/sutras 20 2100
MA-D1 23 May - 3 Jun to solve numerical in easy and faster way. In the
sessions, we will discuss and explain such
methods utilised in solving the numericals
involving multiplication, division, square, square
roots, cube, cube roots of numbers and solving
quadratic and cubic equations.
Emerging Technologies & Computers
Turtle Graphics 9:30 - 11:00 am Std. 4 - 5 Interactive coding for children to learn 18 1200
ET-A1 25 - 29 Apr programming principles in a fun and easy way,
ET-A2 16 - 20 May to develop logical skills with amazing
geometrical shapes. Turtle Art is focused on
making images while allowing you to explore
geometry and coding.
*GST extra , as applicable
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Seats
Code Start Date - End Date

Coding for Kids 9:30 - 11:00 am Std. 5 - 6Learn and explore the magic of digital coding & 18 1500
ET-B1 9 - 13 May fun using BBC micro:bit, a small pocket-sized
ET-B2 23 - 27 May computing device that is transforming the world.
Learn a visual coding language - Scratch, that
allows students to create their own interactive
ideas with animations.
Android App Development for Beginners 4:00 - 5:30 pm Std. 7 - 9 This beginners course will help you build a 18 1200
ET-C1 2 - 6 May strong base on the fundamentals of Android.
Learn to create your own android applications
from scratch and also practice by making a real
app. No prior programming experience needed.
3D Printing and Designing 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Std. 6 - 7 Learn fundamentals of 3D printing technology, 18 1500
ET-D1 2 - 6 May additive manufacturing, designing and printing.
Design and print your own 3D model. Learn
about computer graphics and logic. Visit to real
time 3D printing and designing lab.
Artificial Intelligence (Al) for Beginners 4:00 - 5:30 pm Std. 7 - 9 Understanding the basics and foundations of 18 1500
ET-E1 9 - 13 May Artificial Intelligence (Al) and Machine Learning
ET-E2 16 - 20 May (ML) through hands-on activities using data
algorithms of sound, pictures, text and numbers.
Explore the different types and techniques in Al.
Implement different Machine Learning
algorithms using a self-training model.
Arduino Robot Car 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Std. 8 - 10 Make your own bluetooth-controlled Robotic car. 15 3300
ET-F1 9 - 20 May Learn the basic concepts and programming
required to design a fully functional Robot car
using the microcontroller board - Arduino UNO ,
sensors, bluetooth, along with some basic
electronic components.
Design and Build Circuit Board 3:30 - 5:30 pm Std. 8 - 10 Learn the fundamental aspects of designing and 15 1500
ET-G1 25 - 29 Apr building Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and
connecting electronic components. Learn the
basics of assembling, building, and integrating
functional models to perform unique
experiments. Make your own circuit model.
Smart Home Automation 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Std. 8 - 10 Create your own Smart Home using automation. 15 3500
ET-H1 23 May - 3 Jun Prepare DIY home structure having controllers,
sensors and relays. Create Google Assistant-
based controlling system and get notification of
the home appliances using app.
Electronics
Electronics for You 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Std. 5 - 6 Introduction to electronics and its various 15 1500
EL-A1 2 - 6 May components, circuit explanation and making of
EL-A2 16 - 20 May Dancing light, LED water level indicator, Number
EL-A3 30 May - 3 Jun Guessing game.
Electronics World 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Std. 7 - 8 Know the basics of electronics, component 15 2000
EL-B1 9 - 13 May identification, value calculation , circuit analysis
EL-B2 23 - 27 May and make your own IR security system , Mobile
Music Transmitter, Line follower car.
Physics
Fun with Physics - Jr. 9:30 - 11:00 am Std. 5 - 6 The world of physics awaits you to explore 20 1200
PH-A1 25 - 29 Apr concepts related to Motion, Pressure & Illusion
PH-A2 9 - 13 May through models like Scribbling robot, Magnetic
PH-A3 23 - 27 May maze, Barometer, Balancing balloon, etc.
Fun with Physics - Sr. 9:30 - 11:00 am Std. 7 - 8 Understanding the physical phenomenon around 20 1500
PH-B1 2 - 6 May us such as Refraction, Laws of motion ,
PH-B2 16 - 20 May Magnetism and making models like Tesla coil,
PH-B3 30 May - 3 Jun Magnetic levitation, Mobile projector, etc.
*GST extra , as applicable
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Seats
Code Start Date - End Date

Model Rocketry
Aeromodelling & Rocketry - Jr. 9:30 - 11:00 am Std. 3 - 5Introduction to the fundamentals of flying objects 20 1200
MR-A1 25 - 29 Apr & aerodynamics, Make various fun paper-based
MR-A2 30 May - 3 Jun gliders, chemical propelled rocket, various other
flying objects, etc.
Science of Rocket Fuel 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Std. 6 and Introduction to rocket science and the related 20 1200
MR-B1 25 - 29 Apr above scientific principles. Learn about the physics
MR-B2 30 May - 3 Jun and chemistry behind a rocket and its fuel
composition. Make a solid rocket fuel from
scratch and build your own model rocket.
Astronomy
Know Our Universe 4:00 - 5:30 pm Std. 5 - 8 Basics of Astronomy, hands-on activity of 20 1200
AS-A1 25 - 29 Apr making astronomy models like Moon Phases,
AS-A2 2 - 6 May Horizontal Sundial, Circumpolar Constellations,
AS-A3 16 - 20 May 9:30 - 11:00 am Pinhole Camera & additional Astronight session.
AS-A4 30 May - 3 Jun Astronight for batch AS-A1 on 29 Apr,
AS-A2 on 6 May, AS-A3 on 20 May,
AS-A4 on 3 Jun (Timings: 7:00 - 9:00 pm)
Daytime Astronomy 9:30 - 11:00 am Std. 5 - 8 Understanding different motions and properties 20 1200
AS-B1 25 - 29 Apr of Sun and sun spots, making different models
AS-B2 2 - 6 May such as Sundial, Ball mirror and taking real time
observations of the Sun.
Telescope Making and Handling 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Std. 7 - 10 Making a Box Telescope, understanding 15 1500
AS-C1 25 - 29 Apr telescopes & their properties, handling different
AS-C2 16 - 20 May types of telescopes & additional Astronight
session. Astronight for batch AS-C1 on 29 Apr,
AS-C2 on 20 May (Timings: 7:00 - 9:00 pm).
Asteroid Hunting 2:00 - 3:30 pm Std. 7 - 12 Analyze real astronomical data to search for 15 1500
AS-D1 16 - 20 May unknown new asteroids lurking in Earth's
neighborhood. Pre-requisite: Basic Astronomy
knowledge & preferably bring your own laptop.
Space Telescopes and Data Analysis 2:00 - 3:30 pm Std. 7 - 12 Understand the working of different space 15 1500
AS-E1 30 May - 3 June telescopes and how they look into the cosmos.
Learn how to understand data, make images
from data and their analysis.
Pre-requisite: Basic Astronomy knowledge and
preferably bring your own laptop.
Certificate Course in Amateur Astronomy 23 - 26 Mav Std. 9 - 1 2 Intensive course on Amateur Astronomy. Learn 15 3300
AS-F1 23 - 27 May 11:30 am - 3:30 pm about different celestial bodies, distances
(Break 1:00-1:45 pm) magnitudes, coordinate systems , introduction to
27 Mav: Astronight cosmology, telescope properties and handling,
5:30 - 11:30 pm night sky software, unaided & aided observations,
citizen astronomy projects and Astronight.
Pre-requisite: Basic Astronomy knowledge.

*GST extra , as applicable

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VASCSC Summer Programme - Off Campus
Venue: VIKSAT, Nehru Foundation for Development, NFD Circle, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad

Participants in these modules are required to wear shoes and cap as some activities may be conducted outdoors,
and bring their own water, refreshments , etc.

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Gliders and Drone Avionics 4:00 - 5:30 pm Std. 7 - 9 Introduction to fundamentals of aerodynamics, 10 4000
VK-A1 23 - 27 May aviation and fluid dynamics. Make different types
of planes and balsa wood glider. Make your own
drone, understand how it works and the electronics
behind making it, along with drone piloting.
STEAM Boot Camp - Jr. 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Std. 4 - 5 Science , Technology, Engineering, Art, 30 3000
VK-B1 9 - 13 May Mathematics (STEAM) & lots of fun! Integrating
these subjects through model-making , group
activities , exciting challenges, designing fun
experiments, etc. Activities include Fun with
Circuits, Robo Mouse, Science behind Magic,
Mathemagic, Forensic Investigation , Science
Quiz, Nature Trail, Scavenger Hunt and more.
STEAM Boot Camp - Sr. 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Std. 6 - 8 Have fun with STEAM and develop scientific 30 3000
VK-C1 16 - 20 May temper! Challenges, ideas, innovation, design &
prototype model making. Activities like Design
your own experiment, Nanotechnology, Gliders
and launchers, Chemistry around us, Know the
Scientist, Mathwonders , Exciting science stories,
Science Quiz, Scavenger Hunt, etc.
Rocketry 3:00 - 5:00 pm Std. 6 and Basics of model rocketry, rocket design, safety 30 2000
VK-D1 9 - 13 May above considerations & launch procedures. Learn the
VK-D2 16 - 20 May fundamentals of aerodynamics, structure,
launching & propulsion of rocket. Make & design
your own water booster model rocket while
experimenting with designs like parachutes,
differential drag design, and material variation.
Launch your water booster model rocket.
Aeromodelling 3:00 - 5:00 pm Std. 6 and Introduction to fundamentals of aerodynamics, 30 2000
VK-E1 2 - 6 May above aviation and fluid dynamics. Making of different
types of planes and gliders with various designs
and materials. Design your own cardboard- and
balsa wood-based gliders.
Science of Photography 10:00 am - Std. 6 and Introduction to the types of photography and 20 1600
VK-F1 2 - 6 May 12:00 noon above cameras , optics of camera , chemistry of photo
printing, mathematics of frames & composition,
understanding parameters of digital photography,
introduction to post-processing.
Young Science Communicators 10:00 am - Std. 6 and Essentials of being a science communicator, 15 1500
VK-G1 23 - 27 May 12:00 noon above techniques to analyze, understand and express
scientific concepts , using audio visual mediums,
designing long-short duration conceptual videos ,
aspects of creating a podcast, etc.
Young STEM Challengers 10:30 am - Std. 6 - 9 Designed to nurture creative thinking & provide 30 2000
VK-H1 23 - 27 May 12:30 pm supportive environment for children to explore ,
innovate, create, problem-solve. Activities
connect learning across Science, Technology,
Engineering & Math. Activities include Structures
and Impossible Shapes , Fractals, Science and
Music, Math Trick & Topological Puzzle , Non-
Newtonian Fluid, Aerodynamics, Gliders , etc.
*GST extra , as applicable
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Vikram A Sarabhai Community Science Centre ( VASCSC)
is a pioneering institution in the field of science education, founded by Dr. Vikram Sarabhai in 1966. Its
mandate is to stimulate interest, encourage, and expose the principles of science and scientific method to
the community and also improve and innovate various areas of science education. VASCSC has well-
equipped laboratories in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Electronics, Computers, Astronomy,
Model Rocketry and Emerging Technologies as well as Workshop, Library and Science Playground. It is
open to everyone interested in exploring STEM.

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2. Two week modules will be conducted during Tue - Sat of both weeks.
3. Level mentioned indicates the standard which the student will go to after the summer vacation.
Please apply as per the level mentioned in respective module.
4. The programme activities and schedule are subject to change without prior notice.
5. Payment of fee can be made by Cash/Card/UPI or Cheque, drawn in favour of 'Vikram A Sarabhai
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6. The fee, once paid, is non-transferable and non-refundable.
7. Fee Refund Policy: In exceptional cases of cancellation, 10% of the fee amount, subject to a minimum of
Rs. 100, will be deducted. No refund for cancellations within 5 days before start date of the batch.
8. GST shall be extra, as applicable, over and above the fee mentioned.
9. After admission, any change in batch will not be possible. Please check the receipt for details like batch,
timings, std. etc. at the time of admission. VASCSC shall not be responsible for any discrepancy or error.
10. Participants are required to carry their receipts to the programme.
11. Certificates will be awarded to the participants based on regular attendance.
12. Limited partial scholarships are available for those who cannot afford the fee.
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