Intel Museum - Sizzling Semiconductor Summer for Grades 3-6 July 24, 2009

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--Build working circuits and discover that a computer chip the size of a fingernail contains millions of circuits.
* 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.

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: June 22, 24, 26, 27; July 20, 22, 24 and 25
Sensational Circuits: June 29; July 1, 27, 29, 31; August 1
Keeping It Clean: July 6, 8, 10, 11; August 3, 5, 7, and 8
Fabulous Fabs: July 13, 15, 16, 18; August 10, 12, 14 and 15

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

Attend each of the 4 programs and receive a prize!
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.

Free.

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