Techie Experience

Introduce students to the world of computing and technology with a hands-on, engaging learning experience.

Our Techie Experiences help students build confidence, explore technology careers, and gain practical skills they can take with them into the future.

  • Hands-on STEM learning that makes technology approachable and exciting.
  • Real hardware experience that often includes a take-home device to support student learning.
  • Inclusive program design created to serve a wide range of student groups and communities.

Hands-On Learning

Students actively engage with technology instead of just hearing about it in theory.

Practical Skills

Participants explore hardware, networking, and cyber safety concepts in a real-world context.

Student Impact

Experiences are designed to build confidence, curiosity, and access to technology opportunities.

Choose a Techie Experience

Schedule one of our engaging educational experiences for your group. Each experience introduces students to technology in a fun, practical, and memorable way.

Hardware Techie Experience

Recommended group size: 10–16 participants

This experience introduces students to computer hardware technology. Participants identify computer components and peripheral devices, learn related maintenance and security procedures, and gain a better understanding of how computers work.

Students are also introduced to AZ StRUT’s mission, and many groups include a device students can take home at the end of the experience.

Networking Techie Experience

Recommended group size: 10–16 participants

This course introduces students to computer networking, how networks operate, and the equipment and protocols used to connect devices.

Students set up ad-hoc networks, create their own Ethernet cables, and learn how networking supports communication and technology systems. Participants get to keep the cables they create.

Cyber Safety Experience

Recommended group size: 10–20 participants

This experience introduces students to safe and responsible participation in an online world. Topics include secure passwords, spam and malware awareness, and protecting personal information online.

Some experience packages may also include students taking home a Chromebook.

Funding Note: Grant funding may be available for select participants.

Schedule a Techie Experience — Fill Out the Form Below

Complete the form and our team will follow up to confirm availability and next steps.

Contact Information

Tell us who to contact about this request.

Experience Location

Where will the Techie Experience take place?

Experience Details

Tell us about the experience you need. Each session requires 10–16 participants.

Preferred Dates

Provide up to three date preferences — we'll confirm availability and reach out.

Funding Status

Let us know where you stand on funding for this experience.

Requirements

Please confirm you can meet the following requirements for the experience.

Anything else?

What to Expect

  • Submit the request form
  • Our team reviews your request
  • We contact you to confirm availability and scheduling
  • AZ StRUT staff arrive with all equipment needed
  • Students engage in a hands-on tech experience

Questions?

info@azstrut.org
480-222-4066

Visit Us

3025 S. 48th St, Ste 102
Tempe, AZ 85282
Tues & Thurs, 9AM–2PM

Requesting organizations must agree to the following:

  • Provide one 6-foot table for every two participants and at least a 900 sq. ft. training area.
  • Implement AZ StRUT’s Techie Experience outline, pre-assessment, post-assessment, and evaluation form.
  • Provide participant demographics such as race/ethnicity, age, gender, and related information to support program evaluation.
  • Provide a safe learning environment for all participants and staff.