Want to give your teen (ages 13 to 18) a summer adventure to remember? Titan Tech offers a wide range of adventures in career exploration using the latest technology.
GTCC's Titan Tech features two, week-long sessions filled with fun, hands-on experiences that allow your teen to explore some of the hottest potential careers.
Low faculty/participant ratiosThe times and dates for the 2024 Titan Tech Camp are:
Students can apply and register for one or both weeks. Please note that some of the programs are not offered for both weeks.
The cost is $100 per session for Clay Creations, Artful Masks, Mural Magic, and From Pulp to Possibilities (to help pay for supplies). All other camps are $75 per session. Lunch is included for all sessions.
Are you interested in working with children? Join us for a fun and interactive week with safe, age-appropriate activities for children. Learn about key concepts in child development and safety, and gain valuable tips on creating engaging experiences for children. Cost: $75.
Join us for a week of exploring handmade paper from a variety of sources and using the medium of papermaking to create works of art. This camp is open to students with any level of experience. We will focus on learning the fundamentals of paper making, inclusions, developing a composition with paper, and applications for your handmade paper. Cost: $100.
Join us for a week of exploring form, function, and expression using clay. This camp is open to students with any level of experience working in clay. We will focus on learning the fundamentals of hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques as well as surface design and conceptual development. Lessons will include both functional and sculptural objects. Artwork will be fired after the camp, and there will be a pick-up day scheduled for students to come and collect their finished pieces. Cost: $100.
Discover the world of cybercrime and digital forensics, and equip yourself with the necessary tools to extract valuable information from hard drives and mobile devices. Uncover potential threats and vulnerabilities by analyzing digital data and gathering evidence. With these skills, you can protect yourself and others from cyber-attacks and safeguard sensitive information. Cost: $75.
Are you interested in pursuing a career in public safety? Join us for a session where we will explore the roles of police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians. These are some of the most challenging yet fulfilling professions out there, and this is your chance to learn more about them! Cost $75.
Unleash your creativity while mastering essential safety protocols and best practices for manual and Computer Integrated Machining (CIM) at our summer camp! Dive into the machining world as you learn how to transform your project ideas into reality. Cost: 75.
Are you interested in pursuing a career in NC's rapidly growing tech industry? This workshop will cover all aspects of databases, from data collection surveys, forms, and analysis to storage, security, reporting, and even AI. Plus, students will have the opportunity to become Google Analytics Certified! Cost: $75.
Social media is a big part of our lives, from TikTok to Instagram and YouTube to LinkedIn. Moving away from our impulses to master provocative content, this program will teach you the latest and best ways to get noticed on social media using video, imagery, words, AI, and analytics. Cost: $75.
Bring your ideas to life with the latest graphic design and illustration technology. Graphic designers create visual elements for everything from logos and t-shirt graphics to phone apps and concert posters. Meanwhile, illustrators and digital artists bring beloved game characters and team mascots to life. Join us on a journey through the design process, from sketching to software, printing to promotion! Cost: $75.
Unleash your inner artist and explore the limitless possibilities of clay at our week-long workshop. Discover the power of form, function, and expression as you learn new techniques through hand-building and wheel-throwing. Your unique creations will be fired and ready for you to take home at the end of this transformative experience. Cost: $100.
Discover the secrets to improving and enhancing the skin, nails, and hair with the art of cosmetics. Each day of the workshop includes a fun-filled mini-lecture, a live demonstration, and hands-on practical application. Upon completion, you will earn a Certificate of Training and have photos of your work. Cost: $75.
This experience is an exciting journey into the world of large-scale murals, where you will learn the techniques to create artwork using spray paint. You will discover how to transform your ideas into reality, starting with an initial design and scaling it up into a mural using a doodle grid. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, this course will provide you with a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights into teamwork and executing a mural that will leave a lasting impression. Cost: $100.
Are you interested in pursuing a career in healthcare? If so, you may want to consider becoming a nurse, medical assistant, hospital technician, or other healthcare professional. By exploring the field of health sciences, you'll gain insight into what makes this profession so challenging and learn about the vital role these individuals play in our lives. Students will need to be comfortable having their fingers pricked for one of the lab activities. A permission slip will be sent out upon confirmation of registration. No sandals, crocs, slip-on, or open-toed shoes allowed. Cost: $75.
Participants will explore the world of welding using electrical plasma. Learn basic safety protocols, MIG welding, and robotic welding programming fundamentals. On a small mild steel project, students will have fun welding using the latest technology. Students will need to have or purchase leather boots with rubber soles, jeans, as well as non-synthetic tops such as cotton or wool to participate in the Iron Man's Fab Lab. Cost: $75.
Can you take the heat? Experience the fun, fast-paced environment of top restaurant kitchens and food trucks as you bring out your inner chef. Join award-winning faculty who will teach the fundamentals of cooking, baking, and various techniques to whip up delicious creations with flair! Each student will receive their own chef uniform and work through step-by-step instruction in knife skills, food prep, and sanitation procedures. Students will create snacks, meals, and desserts to enjoy each day of the week! Cost: $75.