SGTC, RESA Co-sponsor Robotics and Coding Event for Macon County Students

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About 50 sixth through eighth grade students from Macon County recently visited the campus of South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) in Americus for an opportunity to learn more about robotics and coding. The event was co-sponsored by SGTC and Middle Georgia RESA and was held in the James M. Pope Industrial Technology Center.

SGTC Industrial Maintenance Technology instructor Phil Deese guides students from Macon County on a tour of SGTC’s facilities.
SGTC Industrial Maintenance Technology instructor Phil Deese guides students from Macon County on a tour of SGTC’s facilities.

The Macon county students gained experience and knowledge in coding, made scooter robots, and built various projects with snap circuits. The students also toured the SGTC programs located in the Pope Center including Precision Machining and Manufacturing, Industrial Maintenance Technology, Electrical Systems Technology, and Drafting Technology.

South Georgia Technical College offers over 200 degree, diploma, and technical certificate of credit programs in a variety of fields. More information on all of the programs offered at SGTC is available at www.southgatech.edu. Apply now to enroll for spring semester. Classes begin January 9.


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