ADA: Autonomous Driving Academy

Explore the Future of Autonomous Vehicles: Hosted by the University of Delaware’s Connected and Autonomous Research (CAR) Lab, this five-day, hands-on summer program offers high school students an exciting introduction to autonomous vehicle technology. Participants will:

• Build and program autonomous robots using ROS, Python, and C++

• Learn the fundamentals of vehicle control, sensor technologies, and path planning

• Gain practical experience in autonomous driving by detecting Stop, construction Zone.

• Collaborate on real-world projects in small teams

• Present their work in a final student showcase for families and faculty

Participants also receive a University of Delaware certificate and a personalized reference letter, making this an excellent stepping stone for future studies in robotics, AI, and engineering.

📍 Location: STAR Campus, Newark, Delaware
🎓 Audience: High school students exploring tech, robotics, or autonomous vehicles
🕒 Format: Full-day, in-person program | 30 contact hours | Pass/Fail with digital badge
💻 Requirement: Laptop (software provided)