Intel Museum - FREE Sizzling Semiconductor Summer for Grades 3-6 August 1, 2011

Computer chips are everywhere--powering the Internet, controlling cars, automating factories, enhancing cell phones, and enriching home entertainment.

A free program at the Intel Museum helps children learn about computer chip science while completing fun, hands-on activities. Participants will decode a secret message, explore the inside of a laptop, make a musical greeting card, and more.

Four different themes:
* Code and Conductivity--Learn how computers "talk" in code, and test the conductivity of different materials to learn about semiconductors.
* Sensational Circuits--Explore the inside of a laptop computer and then build a musical greeting card using the Intel-Powered Classmate PC.
* Keeping It Clean--Find out why tiny dust particles are not welcome in a fabrication facility, and conduct an experiment to count particles in the air.
* Fabulous Fabs--Explore the magic of UV light while completing hands-on activities.

Each program lasts about 45 minutes. Participants can drop in at the museum on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on any of the program dates. Reservations not required.

Code and Conductivity: July 25, 27, 29 and 30
Sensational Circuits: August 1, 3, 5 and 6
Keeping It Clean: August 8, 10, 12 and 13
Fabulous Fabs: August 15, 17, 19 and 20

Each program includes guided and self-paced activities. All participants must be accompanied by an adult who remains in the museum during the program.

For more information, call 408.765.0503, or visit www.intel.com/museum.

About the museum. The Intel Museum was created in the early 1980s to record the history of Intel Corporation, including its role in the advancement of silicon technology. In 1999, the museum tripled in size and added a store to better serve visitors. Admission and parking are free.

Official Website: http://www.intel.com/museum