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WINTER - MINECRAFT ARCHI-TECH STUDIOCodeFu Tampa unlocks the power of digital engineering stepping inside the ultimate digital sandbox! In the Minecraft Archi-Tech Studio, students shift from passive gamers to master creators, using their favorite game to explore the intersection of structural engineering, custom modding, and computer science. By combining digital architecture with back-end coding logic, students build epic worlds with real purpose. No prior coding or advanced gaming experience required (and veteran crafters will face elite extension challenges!).
Throughout the session, students dive into a variety of high-energy, immersive challenges. As the class progresses, they’ll master automated world-building, design detailed pixel artwork, and craft their own custom mini-games—ranging from high-flying parkour obstacle courses and strategic Spleef arenas to action-packed Build Battles!
WHAT THEY’LL DO•Architectural & pixel design: Map out and construct pixel structures•World-modding, automation, and interactive game builds.•The Creator Loop: plan → build → test variables → debug code → player-test.
PROGRAMMING FOUNDATIONS THEY MASTER• Core concepts: X,Y,Z coordinates, loops, conditional arguments, sequencing, and automated functions.• Game environment mechanics: Event triggers, environmental rules, spatial logic, and player-versus-player gameplay systems.• Real engineer habits: Digital blueprinting, troubleshooting broken logic, spatial awareness, collaboration, and project execution.
WHY FAMILIES LOVE IT• Purposful play channels their natural excitement for Minecraft into tech literacy.• Students watch their code come to life• Boosts critical thinking• A launchpad for STEM transforming a casual hobby into a love for learning.
PROGRAM DURATION: 6 CLASS SESSIONS
Day: MondaysTime: 3:00pm - 4:00pmDuration: 6 CLASSESNo Class 2/15 or 3/8
Age Category
School Age
Location
ST - Conference Room
Instructor
Anne Jeffrey
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