TechnoScout - Go-Karting STEM Program

Format and Pricing

• 8 sessions per month (1 hour each) - $450/month
• 4 sessions per month (1 hour each) - $250/month
• Group size: Up to 3 students
• Session times: 4:30 PM, 5:45 PM, and 7:00 PM

Overview

The go-karting program at TechnoScout is an integrated part of our technical and STEM education curriculum. Driving is not the goal but a tool for understanding physics, mechanics, and transportation systems. Hands-on driving is strictly limited and always conducted on a closed, controlled course under direct supervision.

Program Structure

1. Theoretical Learning (60-70% of session time)

• Kart structure: steering, brakes, engine, suspension, drivetrain
• Physics fundamentals: acceleration, friction, inertia
• Engineering analysis: how each system works and how it can be improved
• Driving safety: helmets, safe distances, track behavior
• Visual learning: simulations, videos, whiteboard instruction

2. Practical Engineering (20-30%)

• Kart inspection and prep before rides
• Tire pressure, brake checks, bearing condition
• Engine installation/removal, oil changes, brake adjustment
• Tool usage under supervision
• Technical maintenance principles (non-running systems)

3. Controlled Driving Demonstration (10-15%)

• One student at a time under instructor supervision
• Mandatory helmet, safety gear, and pre-drive briefing
• Very small groups: 2-3 students maximum
• Short, slow-paced sessions (5-7 minutes per child)
• Closed, padded driving course - no external traffic
• No operation in bad weather or if safety risk is identified

Safety Highlights

• Certified helmets and protective gear
• Low-powered karts with safety-limited settings
• Padded barriers and fully enclosed driving area
• First aid kit and emergency contact on site
• Instructor always within reach and full visual range
• Driving is cancelled during unsafe conditions

Educational Purpose

The goal is to develop critical thinking, mechanical skills, and real-world STEM knowledge through hands-on technical exploration. Driving is a small, strictly monitored part of a much broader engineering and learning experience.