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About this course
Advanced Robotics for Juniors - 3 Month Course Curriculum
Overview:
The Advanced Robotics for Juniors is a 3-month program designed to introduce young students to advanced concepts in robotics. This course focuses on building on foundational robotics knowledge and delves into more complex robotics projects and programming. Students will engage in hands-on activities and projects to enhance their understanding of robotics technology and its applications.
Course Curriculum:
**Module 1: Review of Foundational Robotics Concepts**
- Recap of foundational robotics components and principles
- Building a strong foundation for advanced robotics topics
**Module 2: Sensors and Perception**
- Understanding different types of sensors (ultrasonic, infrared, etc.)
- Integrating sensors for perception and decision-making
**Module 3: Advanced Robot Programming**
- Introduction to more complex programming concepts
- Developing algorithms for autonomous robot behavior
**Module 4: Mobile Robots and Navigation**
- Building mobile robots with motor control and mobility mechanisms
- Implementing navigation algorithms for obstacle avoidance and path planning
**Module 5: Robot Manipulation and Arms**
- Introduction to robot arms and manipulation techniques
- Programming robotic arms for specific tasks
**Module 6: Computer Vision and Image Processing**
- Basics of computer vision and image processing for robots
- Using cameras for object detection, recognition, and tracking
**Module 7: Artificial Intelligence in Robotics**
- Introduction to AI techniques for robotics
- Integrating AI for advanced robot decision-making
**Module 8: Advanced Robotics Projects**
- Engaging in hands-on projects that combine various concepts
- Designing and building more complex robot systems
**Module 9: Ethical and Societal Implications of Robotics**
- Discussing ethical considerations and societal impact of robotics
- Addressing safety, privacy, and ethical challenges in robotics
**Module 10: Capstone Robotics Project**
- Applying advanced robotics concepts to a comprehensive project
- Designing, building, programming, and testing the capstone project
- Presentation and demonstration of the completed project
Student Benefits:
- **Advanced Robotics Skills:** Develop a deeper understanding of robotics technology and programming.
- **Hands-On Experience:** Engage in interactive projects to reinforce learning.
- **Problem-Solving Abilities:** Enhance critical thinking and algorithmic skills.
- **Creativity and Innovation:** Encourage creative thinking through advanced robotics projects.
- **Preparation for STEM Fields:** Lay the foundation for future studies in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
- **Time Efficiency:** Intensive 3-month duration for rapid skill acquisition.
- **Certificate of Completion:** Receive recognition for completing the program.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the program, students will be able to:
- Understand and apply advanced robotics concepts and principles.
- Integrate sensors for perception and decision-making in robots.
- Develop more complex robot programming algorithms.
- Build and program mobile robots for navigation and autonomy.
- Manipulate robot arms for specific tasks and applications.
- Apply computer vision techniques for object detection and recognition.
- Integrate artificial intelligence into robotics for advanced decision-making.
- Design and complete advanced robotics projects that combine various concepts.
- Explore ethical considerations and societal impacts of robotics.
- Present a comprehensive capstone robotics project showcasing learned skills.
