Automotive Engineering: Engine Mastery

Prepare to be amazed as you watch your differently-wired kiddo make real friends, explore this unique content, grow under the guidance of this expert mentor, and be seen in all their glory!

Why Take This Course?

Rev up your child's fascination with cars and trucks in our AutoMechanic Engineering course – designed for young minds craving complexity and eager to dive deep into the heart of automotive engineering!

In this hands-on class, we go beyond models, building an actual, working engine that unveils the intricate dance of internal components. Pistons, valves, cylinders, crankshaft, spark plugs, timing belts, overhead cams – everything is laid bare for exploration. It's not just about building; it's about understanding the purpose and function of each major component, demystifying the complexities that power our vehicles.

Enroll now, and let the automotive wonders unfold!

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Materials required:

$38 each mechanic must have the motor kit, available on amazon

https://www.amazon.com/Discovery-Kids-Combustion-Construction-Encourages/dp/B07BRBVBSV 

  • Rev up your child's fascination with cars and trucks in our AutoMechanic Engineering course – designed for young minds craving complexity and eager to dive deep into the heart of automotive engineering!

    In this hands-on class, we go beyond models, building an actual, working engine that unveils the intricate dance of internal components. Pistons, valves, cylinders, crankshaft, spark plugs, timing belts, overhead cams – everything is laid bare for exploration. It's not just about building; it's about understanding the purpose and function of each major component, demystifying the complexities that power our vehicles.

    Our journey through engine construction progresses at a pace that accommodates everyone, ensuring completion while allowing advanced mechanics to plunge into deeper explorations. Turbochargers, superchargers, alternative fuels, injectors, 4-wheel drive – these are just a few of the questions we'll answer as we navigate the expansive realm of automotive technology.

    Beyond the hands-on engineering experience, we delve into real-life automotive tips, creating a comprehensive learning experience. But the magic doesn't stop there – our class forms a close-knit community, a car-lovers club where lifelong friendships sprout from a shared love of automobiles.

    By the end of this transformative class, your child won't just have built an engine; they'll have the knowledge and confidence to change your oil and give your car a tune-up! This unique blend of theory, depth, hands-on learning, and practical application sets our class apart, offering an unrivaled educational journey for the auto enthusiasts of tomorrow. 

  • Beyond the hands-on engineering experience, we delve into real-life automotive tips, creating a comprehensive learning experience. But the magic doesn't stop there – our class forms a close-knit community, a car-lovers club where lifelong friendships sprout from a shared love of automobiles.

    By the end of this transformative class, your child won't just have built an engine; they'll have the knowledge and confidence to change your oil and give your car a tune-up! This unique blend of theory, depth, hands-on learning, and practical application sets our class apart, offering an unrivaled educational journey for the auto enthusiasts of tomorrow. 

  • Materials required:

    $38 each mechanic must have the motor kit, available on amazon

    https://www.amazon.com/Discovery-Kids-Combustion-Construction-Encourages/dp/B07BRBVBSV 

 

Ages: 8-15

Class size: Maximum- 8 Students

Level: All Levels

Price Per Session: $49

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Meet Your Mentor

Mr. Salch

I am a retired tech executive, father of 13, experienced online teacher. Over the last six years I have successfully taught over 10,000 students across several platforms, schools, and approaches. During this time I have perfected the art of online teaching with hands-on activities in an exciting and inviting environment.

The focus in all my courses is understanding of foundational principles. I strongly believe in helping my students climb Blooms Taxonomy beyond mere memorization and well into problem solving. I like to teach students "how to think about this to solve problems" and "how things work". Once they see the core principles, their built in curiosity and drive kicks in to push them deeper into exploration and skill set building.

Yet I believe each child is unique, with a unique set of strengths and weaknesses. Our job as the adults in their lives, is to help them overcome the weaknesses while building success on the strengths. This is not a "cookie cutter" approach, but rather a individually tailored experience.

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Our Promise To You

Satisfaction Guarantee:

If you’re not 100% IN LOVE with this course within the first 24 hours, you can either transfer to another course, get a 100% refund credit toward a future class or get a 75% money-back.

That’s it! No hassle!

In 3 years and over 500 families served, only 2 families have ever used this.

*more info in FAQs below

Questions Asked By Fellow Parents

  • 4 KEY things:

    1- A focus on the positive! We don’t focus on what students aren’t doing, we support what they are and we know the rest will come. We develop strengths, interests, and relationships. We build students up so they can build a better world! And do it with the new friends they make in our program!

    2- Like-minded neurodivergent peers. Our asynchronous students need one another and YSA is a safe haven for these kiddos to connect around their asynchronies, quirks, and interests. We’re a place where they can be their authentic selves and make friends while doing so!

    3- Passionate, masterful neurodivergent mentors who have walked the walk and can authentically validate and support your child with personal experience and care AND expertise as we all have advanced masters + degrees

    4-Content your students care about taught in a way they love! We offer the courses they need to be taking, not the ones they’re required to take.

    Come by and see for yourself!

  • Please don’t confuse reactive “distance learning” and virtual enrichment programming. After all, a student who is completely fried from a boring zoom class is often quick to pick up a tablet or phone, right?

    Our courses are not at all the same animal =)

  • We offer a satisfaction guarantee!

    If you’re not 100% IN LOVE with your course, you can:

    1- Transfer to another equal value class at no charge (space permitting)

    2- Get a 100% refund to a YSA credit

    3- Get a 25% money-back to your credit card

    Refund requests must be received up to 24 hours after the first day of camp. After 24 hours after the first class begins there will be no refund of tuition.

    The non-refundable 25% deposit is critical as it allows us to determine which courses we can run.

    Note- this is a satisfaction guarantee, therefore your child must attend class to qualify.

    *Note- Yearly courses like AP require a 30-day notice

  • We do! We have 3 kinds:

    1- Word of mouth: 25% off- we know that the best way to reach new families is word of mouth. When you help another family enroll in a YSA class and they name you at checkout, you will get 25% off the cost of the course you’re currently enrolled in once they stay past the refund period. Note— this applies to all regular courses, BUT only applies to the first month of membership courses.

    2- Multi-sibling: 10% off- We believe in supporting whole families and we are willing to put our money where our mouth is! When you sign-up 2 or more kiddos you will receive 10% off. Note— this does not apply to our membership courses.

    3-Multi-course: 10% off- To fully serve your family, we hope to provide your child with all the courses they dream of taking! To make this more affordable, when you enroll in 3 or more classes, you will receive 10% off. Note— this does not apply to our membership courses.

  • Of course!

    As we like to say, if you’re on our site, you’re in the right place.

    Our programming is for students who are not being supported or challenged enough in school.

    If you have an asynchronous kiddo who you know has strengths and struggles, our courses are for your child.

  • 2e students experience such asynchronous development that it proves difficult to have hard age limits.

    We often evaluate students on a case by case basis =)

    Please email us and we’ll discuss: sam@youngscholarsacademy.org

  • All of our programs are 100% virtual. This allows us to bring together the twice-exceptional/neurodivergent students of the world, connect them, and nurture them!

    Your child may very well enter a 6-person class with 5 other students from 5 different states/countries!

    Cool, right?