RoboExplorers: Robotics + Coding Fundamentals

  • Robotics, Engineering, Coding
Oct 14 2024
Nov 13 2024
RoboExplorers (tuition only, you must provide LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime Kit)
$175.00
RoboExplorers + LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime Kit (you are purchasing this kit through us)
$600.00
RoboExplorers + Loaner LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime Kit (we are loaning you this kit; additional refundable deposit due prior to receiving your kit)
$350.00
  1. Sun 
  2. Mon5:00 - 6:00 pm
  3. Tue 
  4. Wed6:00 - 7:00 pm
  5. Thu 
  6. Fri 
  7. Sat 

Description

Robots are becoming more and more part of everyday life. We need to learn not only how to work with these machines, but also how to design, create, and program them. Embark on an exhilarating exploration of technology, engineering, and creativity with our "RoboExplorers" module for young minds aged 10 to 14. This hands-on program introduces students to the fundamentals of coding and robotics, laying the groundwork for future innovation. Robo Explorers will utilize LEGO® SPIKE™ Prime kits to delve into programming, robot assembly, and project-based learning. This course is the prerequisite for an advanced coding and robotics course in development for the fall of 2024.

Ages: 10-14 (younger students can be considered)

Topics Covered:
  • Robotics Fundamentals
  • Basic Coding Concepts
  • Programming Robotics
  • Sensors and End Effectors
  • Engineering Design Process
  • Autonomy and Ethics in Robotics
  • STEM Career Pathways

Requirements:

A computer/laptop or tablet with internet connectivity (camera optional, but recommended)

Google App Access (Meet and Classroom)

LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime Kit*

LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime Programming App

 

* LEGO® Education SPIKE Prime Kits are available for purchase or loan. You can also provide your own.

 

This module takes place from March 18 to April 26, 2024. Live Sessions are on either Mondays at 5 PM ET or Thursdays at 6 PM ET. You will select the best day during registration.

 

Class dates

10/14/2024, 10/16/2024, 10/21/2024, 10/23/2024, 10/28/2024, 10/30/2024, 11/04/2024, 11/06/2024, 11/11/2024, 11/13/2024

Additional services and fees

25th Anniversary Embroidered Patch - designed by Tim Gagnon $25.00
25th Anniversary Campfire Mug $16.00
VASFA Logo Hat (ships by mid-June) $35.00
VASFA Fidget Pop Toy (ships by mid-June) $5.00
VASFA Aviator Sunglasses (ships by mid-June) $20.00

Restrictions

Participants must be 10 years to 14 years old when the program starts.

Program enrollment capacity

Minimum: 5

Maximum: 20

Registration period

Registration starts on 01/06/2024.

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