Code and Fly: The Drone Programming Experience Boot Camp (Beirut Campus)
The Code and Fly: The Drone Programming Experience Boot Camp is an exciting, hands-on summer program designed for high school students (grades 9-12) at LAU. Over five days, students will dive into the fundamentals of Python programming and robotics while working with drone kits. They will start with essential programming skills and progressively apply their knowledge to control, automate, and execute drone maneuvers in real-world challenges. Through interactive workshops, coding challenges and team-based drone missions, students will develop problem-solving skills, creativity and technical confidence. By the end of the camp, they will have programmed drones to complete various flight tasks, from obstacle navigation to coordinated drone formations.This experience will not only strengthen their programming foundation but also introduce them to cutting-edge applications in robotics, automation and AI—all in a fun, engaging environment.
Camp Objectives
- Understand and apply fundamental Python programming concepts, as well as write and debug Python scripts for controlling drones.
- Learn basic principles of robotics and autonomous flight in addition to using sensors and camera modules for drone navigation.
- Work on real-world programming challenges in a team environment, and develop logical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Gain exposure to future career fields such as AI, robotics and aerospace technology.
Monday, June 29, 2026
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Date |
Program |
Location |
Person(s) Involved |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08:30 - 09:30 | Registration and Breakfast | Cafeteria |
Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa Ms. Rola Jaber |
| 09:30 - 09:45 | Chairperson’s Welcome to LAU | Nicol Hall 520 | Dr. Rony Khnayzer |
| 09:50 - 12:00 | Take-off - Python and Drone Basics | Nicol Hall 520 | Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa |
| 12:00 – 12:30 | Honor’s Program Lecture | AKSOB 903 | Dr. Lama Mattar |
| 12:30-1:00 | Meeting with SDEM | AKSOB 903 | Ms. Asmahan Sleiman |
| 01:00 -02:00 | Lunch with Faculty | Cafeteria |
Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa Ms. Rola Jaber |
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
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Date |
Program |
Location |
Person(s) Involved |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08:30 - 09:00 | Breakfast | Cafeteria |
Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa Ms. Rola Jaber |
| 09:00 - 12:00 | Take-off - Python and Drone Basics | Nicol Hall 520 | Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa |
| 12:00 - 12:30 | Campus Tour | Mr. Jad Saab | |
| 12:30 - 01:30 | Lunch | Cafeteria |
Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa Ms. Rola Jaber |
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
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Date |
Program |
Location |
Person(s) Involved |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08:30 - 09:00 | Breakfast | Cafeteria |
Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa Ms. Rola Jaber |
| 09:00 - 12:30 | Smart Drones - Sensors and Autonomous Flight/ Test Flight | Nicol Hall 520 | Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa |
| 12:30-01:00 | Meeting with the Financial Aid | AKSOB 903 | Representative from FA |
| 01:00-02:00 | Lunch | Cafeteria |
Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa Ms. Rola Jaber |
Thursday, July 2, 2026
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Date |
Program |
Location |
Person(s) Involved |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08:30 - 09:00 | Breakfast | Cafeteria |
Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa Ms. Rola Jaber |
| 09:00 – 12:30 | AI and Computer Vision for Drones | Nicol Hall 520 | Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa |
| 12:30 – 01:30 | Lunch with Faculty | Cafeteria |
Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa Ms. Rola Jaber |
Friday, July 3, 2026
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Date |
Program |
Location |
Person(s) Involved |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08:30 - 09:00 | Breakfast | Cafeteria |
Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa Ms. Rola Jaber |
| 09:00 - 10:00 | Drone Olympics - Final Challenge and Showdown | Nicol Hall 520 | Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa |
| 10:00 - 12:30 | Final Test Flight | LAU Beirut Campus | Dr. Mohamed Watfa |
| 12:30 - 01:30 | Lunch | Cafeteria |
Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa Ms. Rola Jaber |
| 01:30 - 02:30 | Awards Ceremony | AKSOB 903 |
Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa Ms. Rola Jaber |