General Memberships and Courses
Choose a Membership
BLACK MEMBERSHIP
Free
Age: 7-18
Grade: 1st-12th
Access to BBIT online resources and data free courses
Exclusive deals and promotions
Exclusive access to BBIT Member’s Only Merch
Access to BBIT Online Community
Able to purchase any BBIT Courses or Camps separately.
SILVER MEMBERSHIP
$800
Annually
Age: 10-18
Grade: 4th-12th
Access to BBIT online resources and data free courses
Exclusive deals and promotions
Exclusive access to BBIT Member’s Only Merch
Access to BBIT Online Community
BBT Monthly Tech Meetups Included
Access to BBIT Membership App
Two 12-week Courses per school year included
Payment Planes Available
Scholarships Available
GOLD MEMBERSHIP
$1,200
Annually
Age: 10-18
Grade: 4th-12th
Access to BBIT online resources and data free courses
Exclusive deals and promotions
Exclusive access to BBIT Member’s Only Merch
Access to BBIT Online Community
BBT Monthly Tech Meetups Included
Access to BBIT Membership App
Two 12-week Courses per school year included
Payment Planes Available
Scholarships Available
Summer Tech Camp Included
BLACK Boys in Tech Scholarship Fund
The Black Boys in Tech Scholarship Fund currently provides financial assistance with BBIT membership costs for eligible students. This fund will cover in whole or in-part the cost of a Black Boys in Tech Silver or Gold Membership. to check eligibility, please click the link below.
Explore Fall Courses
Notice: The following courses are included with the purchase of a Black Boys in Tech Silver or Gold Membership. However, these courses may also be purchased as a standalone course by Black level members and non-Black Boys in Tech individuals.
Coding with Roblox: Game Development For Kids
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Join us for an exciting and interactive journey into the world of game development with Roblox Studios! This course is specially designed for kids who love gaming and want to learn how to create their own games and experiences on the popular Roblox platform. Through hands-on projects, creative challenges, and engaging activities, young game enthusiasts will unlock their imaginations and acquire essential skills to bring their game ideas to life.
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This course is tailored for kids in grades 4th - 6th who have an interest in gaming, creativity, and a desire to learn the exciting world of game development.
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The course will be conducted over a duration of 12 weeks, with two 2-hour classes per week. Each class will run from 5:30 - 7:30pm.
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The course consists of a series of hands-on modules, each focusing on a specific aspect of game development using Roblox Studios. Each module will include a mix of theoretical lessons, practical exercises, and project-based work.
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Week 1: Introduction to the Game Development Process
Week 2: Roblox Studio Basics
Week 3: Building the Game Environment
Week 4: Introduction to Scripting with Lua
Week 5: Game Mechanics and Interactivity
Week 6: Character Design and Animation
Week 7: Sound and Music Integration
Week 8: Playtesting and Debugging
Week 9: Design Challenge Week 1
Week 10: Design Challenge Week 2
Week 11: Careers in Technology Week
Week 12: Technology Showcase
*Able to purchase as a standalone course.
Intro to Robotics: Foundations of Coding
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This course is designed to introduce kids to the fundamentals of coding using the user-friendly Microsoft MakeCode platform. The BBC micro:bit is a versatile and programmable microcontroller, and with MakeCode's visual programming language, kids will have a blast creating interactive projects and bringing their ideas to life!
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This course is tailored for kids in grades 7th - 9th who have an interest in coding and engineering technology, and want to have fun learning robotics.
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The course will be conducted over a duration of 12 weeks, with two 2-hour classes per week. Each class will run from 5:30 - 7:30pm.
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The course consists of a series of hands-on modules, each focusing on a specific aspect of programming using the BBC micro:bit platform and Microsoft MakeCode. Each module will include a mix of theoretical lessons, practical exercises, and project-based work.
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Week 1: Introduction to BBC micro:bit and MakeCode
Week 2: Engage in coding challenges involving loops and variables
Week 3: Engage in interactive projects using conditional statements
Week 4: Explore animations and graphics using the LED matrix on the micro:bit
Week 5: Learn to use various sensors such as accelerometers and temperature sensors
Week 6: Learn how to send and receive messages between micro:bits using radio communication
Week 7: Explore the micro:bit's sound capabilities and music functions
Week 8: Explore how the micro:bit can be used in IoT applications
Week 9: Design Challenge Week 1
Week 10: Design Challenge Week 2
Week 11: Careers in Technology Week
Week 12: Technology Showcase
*Able to purchase as a standalone course.
My First Drone Course: Aviation for Kids
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My First Drone Course is an exciting and hands-on course designed to introduce kids to the fascinating world of drones. Throughout this interactive program, students will embark on an immersive journey to learn the basics of drone technology, from building and flying to programming. Through engaging activities and practical projects, participants will gain valuable skills, boost their creativity, and develop a deep understanding of the principles that power these flying marvels.
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This course is designed for kids in grades 4th - 6th who have a desire to build, fly, and program drones.
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The course will be conducted over a duration of 12 weeks, with two 2-hour classes per week. Each class will run from 5:30 - 7:30pm.
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The course consists of a series of hands-on modules, each focusing on a specific aspect of game development using Roblox Studios. Each module will include a mix of theoretical lessons, practical exercises, and project-based work.
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Week 1: Introduction to Drones
Week 2: Principles of Aerodynamics
Week 3: Propellers and Flight Mechanics
Week 4: Basics of Drone Building
Week 5: The Recreational UAS Safety Test Preparation
Week 6: Introduction to Drone Programming
Week 7: Autonomous Flight and Sensors
Week 8: Real-World Drone Applications
Week 9: Design Challenge Week 1
Week 10: Design Challenge Week 2
Week 11: Careers in Technology Week
Week 12: Technology Showcase
*Able to purchase as a standalone course.
Intro to Aviation: Fundamentals of Flight
*Able to purchase as a standalone course.
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Throughout this interactive and engaging course, kids will embark on a thrilling journey to explore the fundamentals of aviation, aerospace, and the wonders of flying. From understanding the principles of flight to exploring the history of aviation pioneers, this course will ignite their imagination and leave them with a newfound appreciation for the skies.
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This course is ideal for kids in grades 7th - 9th who have an interest in technology and engineering, and would like to learn the exciting world of aviation.
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The course will be conducted over a duration of 12 weeks, with two 2-hour classes per week. Each class will run from 5:30 - 7:30pm.
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The course consists of a series of hands-on modules, each focusing on a specific aspect of aviation including airplanes, rockets, and drones. Each module will include a mix of theoretical lessons, practical exercises, and project-based work.
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Week 1: Introduction to Aviation
Week 2: Aerodynamics and How Planes Fly
Week 3: Aircraft Engineering: Gliders
Week 4: Introduction to 3D Modeling with TinkerCad
Week 5: Glider Construction with TinkerCad
Week 6: Aircraft Engineering: Model Airplanes
Week 7: Model Airplane Testing and Results
Week 8: Aircraft Engineering: Drones
Week 9: Design Challenge Week 1
Week 10: Design Challenge Week 2
Week 11: Careers in Technology Week
Week 12: Technology Showcase
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