Ready Set Code!

Discover the excitement of coding with Ready Set Code, a 4-week online program that empowers girls in grades 3-12 to become tech-savvy creators.

Registration Open

Space is limited, register soon!

When

Saturdays
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
January 25 - February 15, 2025

OR 

Saturdays
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
March 1 - March 22, 2025

Where

Online

Who

Girls or non-binary students in grade 3-12

Program Fee

$200

Program Highlights

  • Engaging activities that make coding concepts accessible and enjoyable.

  • Promotes creative problem-solving and innovative thinking through coding challenges.

  • Collaborative environment with peer interaction and mentorship.

  • Connects students with peers and mentors who share an interest in technology.

Full Description

Ready, Set Code is a 4-week online program designed for girls in grades 3-12, covering topics from gaming basics to advanced Python. Participants will learn through cohort-based lessons tailored to their age groups, engaging in creative and collaborative activities. This program aims to inspire and equip young female coders with the skills and confidence to thrive in the world of technology. Join us to empower the next generation of female tech leaders!

Program Details

Dates

Saturdays
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
January 25 - February 15, 2025

OR 

Saturdays
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
March 1 - March 22, 2025


Schedule

Saturday - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Grades

This program is offered to students in Grades 3-12 (in the 2024/2025 academic year).


Creating an Active Account

If this is your first time registering for one of our programs, you will be prompted to create an Active account as you register. If you are successful in getting a spot in the workshop, your spot will be held for you as you complete the registration form, so no need to rush.

Please note that it is not possible to create an account before the registration date.


Waitlist

If you see that a course is waitlisted on the registration page, that means there are no available spaces. If a space opens up in the course, those on the waitlist will be notified immediately in the order that they registered.

Cost

$200 per course (4 Saturdays).


Cancellation Policy

A refund, less a $40 administration fee, is available for cancellation requests received on or before 11:59 PM the following cancellation date:

  • For Jan 25-Feb 15 courses: ​Cancel by Sunday, January 19, 2025
  • For Mar 1-Mar 22 courses: ​Cancel by Sunday, February 23, 2025

Any cancellations made after these days are not eligible for a refund. 

Cancellations can be done through your online account, or by emailing us at outreach@engineering.utoronto.ca.

Do you have questions about Fall Engineering Days?

Contact us at outreach@engineering.utoronto.ca

Course Offerings

Winter 2025 courses will be offered in two periods:

  • January 25-February 15, 2025
  • March 1-March 22, 2025

Students are welcome to take courses from both periods if they like!

*Please note courses offered March 1-March 22, 2025 are the same as courses offered in fall 2024.

Course Offerings: January 25 - February 15, 2025

Grade 3/4

Math Adventures in Coding

Combine math skills and coding by creating puzzles and games. Students will practice fundamental math concepts, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and patterns, by designing interactive quizzes and games. This course helps reinforce math learning through creative projects while introducing basic coding principles. By the end of the course, students will have developed math-focused games that are both fun and educational.

Disciplines: Computer Engineering

Grade 5/6

Minecraft Coding

Dive into the world of Minecraft while learning to code! Students will use a block-based coding platform to complete Minecraft-themed challenges, including building structures, navigating obstacles, and automating tasks. This course introduces foundational programming concepts like loops, conditionals, and variables in a fun, engaging way.

Disciplines: Computer Engineering

Grade 7-10

AI Basics with Teachable Machine

Discover the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence! In this course, students will create simple AI models. They will learn how machines can recognize patterns, classify images, and respond to sound, all without needing any prior coding experience. By the end of the course, students will have built their own AI projects to showcase.

Disciplines: Computer Engineering

Grade 10-12

Building Chatbots with Python

Unfortunately this class has been cancelled.

Step into the exciting world of conversational AI! In this course, students will learn how to build intelligent chatbots that can understand and respond to user inputs. They will explore the fundamentals of natural language processing (NLP), design interactive conversations, and add personality to their bots. By the end of the course, students will have created a fully functional chatbot to showcase their skills.

Disciplines: Computer Engineering

Course Offerings: March 1 - March 22, 2025

*Please note courses offered March 1-March 22, 2025 are the same as courses offered in fall 2024.

Grade 3/4

Code Quest

In this 4-week course, young learners will be introduced to the basics of coding by creating simple animations and games. Students will explore foundational programming concepts like sequences and loops, applying them to fun, interactive projects. By the end of the course, students will have gained a basic understanding of coding and will have created their own simple animations or games to showcase their learning.

Disciplines: Computer Engineering

Grade 5/6

Roblox Game Lab

Explore the world of game design with Roblox Game Lab, a 4-week course where students learn the basics of creating and customizing games using Roblox Studio. Students will gain hands-on experience in game development and discover the fundamentals of interactive design.

Disciplines: Computer Engineering

Grade 7-10

Python Fundamentals

Join Python Fundamentals for a 4-week journey into the world of coding, where students get an introduction to Python programming, crafting simple applications and solving coding challenges.

No prior experience in Python is required for this course.

Disciplines: Computer Engineering

Grade 10-12

Python Project Series

Elevate your coding skills with Python Project Series, a 4-week course that takes students through advanced Python concepts, including data structures and algorithms, and culminates in a sophisticated project that showcases their expertise.

Some experience coding in Python is required for this course.

Disciplines: Computer Engineering

Registration Open

Space is limited, register soon!