Program Details
2025 Cost:
USD 150
5-Day:
July 28 – August 1, 2025
Location:
Main Campus
Time:
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Program Overview
This sustainability and innovation summer program in Lebanon provides an immersive introduction to civil and environmental engineering. Through hands-on experiments, engaging activities, competitions, and guest speakers, students will explore key concepts in sustainability and innovation within the engineering field.
Participants will engage in activities such as analyzing recyclable materials, water quality testing, advanced surveying techniques, and structural engineering challenges. The program aims to provide an enriching educational experience that not only deepens students' understanding of environmental engineering but also promotes NDU as a leading institution for STEM education in Lebanon.
This program is an excellent opportunity to learn about sustainability in engineering and gain practical experience in tackling real-world engineering challenges.
Futuristic Concrete: Toward Sustainability
| Day 1 |
Activity |
Time |
|
Arrival and Lebanese breakfast |
9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. |
|
Faculty presentation on the innovative use of green recyclable materials in concrete mixes |
10:00 a.m. – 10:25 a.m. |
|
Formation of student groups and selection of materials |
10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. |
|
Concrete mixing activity |
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
|
Wrapping up and labeling of concrete cylinders for each group |
12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
Fountain of Youth: Testing Your Own Water
| Day 2 |
Activity |
Time |
|
Arrival |
10:00 a.m. |
|
Faculty presentation on water quality for drinking and irrigation |
10:00 a.m. – 10:25 a.m. |
|
Formation of student groups; each group brings a water sample from home for testing |
10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. |
|
Water quality testing activity |
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
|
Summary of water quality findings and distribution of “Fountain of Youth” certificates |
12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
3D Engineering
| Day 3 |
Activity |
Time |
|
Arrival |
10:00 a.m. |
|
Faculty presentation on 3D printing advancements in engineering |
10:00 a.m. – 10:25 a.m. |
|
Live demonstration of Bambu A1 3D printing |
10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. |
|
Building competition using popsicle sticks |
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
|
Announcement of winners and distribution of “3D Engineering” certificates |
12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
In the Sky
| Day 4 |
Activity |
Time |
|
Arrival |
10:00 a.m. |
|
Faculty presentation on surveying advancements and drone technology |
10:00 a.m. – 10:25 a.m. |
|
Formation of student groups and live drone demonstration |
10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. |
|
Scanning competition using Total Station to measure known heights |
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
|
Announcement of competition results and distribution of “In the Sky” certificates |
12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
Future Builders
| Day 5 |
Activity |
Time |
|
Arrival |
10:00 a.m. |
|
Faculty presentation on Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU) construction |
10:00 a.m. – 10:25 a.m. |
|
Formation of student groups and transfer to activity location |
10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. |
|
Speed competition: Building a CMU wall and testing the concrete cylinders prepared on Day 1 |
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
|
Announcement of results and distribution of “CMU” and “Concrete Cylinder” certificates |
12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
|
Closing Ceremony: Recognition of students who collected the most certificates, with goody bags for the winners |
1:00 p.m. |
Participants
- Open to students between the ages of 12 and 15.
- Priority will be given to students with high academic performance.
Outcomes for Participants
By the end of the program, participants will:
- Experience civil engineering through practical activities in a supportive environment.
- Strengthen interest in STEM disciplines while developing problem-solving skills.
- Gain real-world engineering experience through expert mentorship.
Trainer Profiles
- Wissam Haddad is a Laboratory Instructor at Notre Dame University-Louaize, Lebanon.
- Louise Bichara is a Laboratory Instructor at Notre Dame University-Louaize, Lebanon.
- Sawsan Sleiman is a Senior Laboratory Instructor at Notre Dame University-Louaize, Lebanon.
- Elie Lahoud is a Senior Laboratory Technician at Notre Dame University-Louaize, Lebanon.
Certificate of Attendance
All participants will be awarded a Certificate of Attendance on the final day of the program, distributed by the Faculty of Engineering.
Fees and Registration
Total Cost: USD 150.
Non-refundable registration fee: USD 30.
Registration deadline: June 15, 2025.
Contact Information
For more details or inquiries, please contact Mr. Wissam Haddad:
Email: whaddad@ndu.edu.lb
Phone: +961 9 208 000 ext. 2029
Registration Form