Minecraft is our primary tool to introduce kids to technology, art, hardware and coding. This track focuses on art, 3D design, programming, code and building on technical computer skills. Join us as we create new items, adventure maps and more to the game by coding our own Data Pack, the next generation of Minecraft modding. Change many advanced facets of the game and really shape it to your own artistic and game design perspective. This topic is for aspiring coders and creatives alike who want to get their feet wet or expand their knowledge using everyone’s favorite educational tool and hit video game, Minecraft.

Fall – Custom Game Map Designer

• Learn to utilize Minecraft’s custom code base and commands to create your very own mini-game inside of Minecraft. Build custom maps, timers, items and respawn points to craft a game inside of a game!

Winter –  NPC Mob Designer

• Create your own custom creatures for Minecraft utilizing officially used software. 3D model, texture and animate your creatures. Code in custom behaviors and spawn conditions for your custom creature mod.

Spring – Weapon Moding

• Code in new armaments and wield powerful custom weapons. Use 3D modeling and java coding to bring your custom arsenal mod to life.

In this Track you will develop these Skills: 3D modeling, pixel art, coding, programming, building, logic, interfacing, simulation, computer literacy, computer file hierarchy, Command Blocks, 3D modeling, pixel art, texture design, game design, animation, modding, hardware programing, computer interfacing, 3D printing