Why Robotics and Integrated Technologies?

Teaching robotics in high school offers a multitude of benefits, providing students with valuable skills that are applicable across various fields. Firstly, robotics education fosters critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. As students engage in designing, building, and programming robots, they learn to approach complex problems methodically, break them down into manageable parts, and devise innovative solutions. This hands-on, experiential learning helps students develop a mindset geared towards tackling challenges, a skill set that is highly valuable in any career path.

Secondly, robotics integrates multiple disciplines, offering a comprehensive educational experience. It combines elements of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) with practical applications. This interdisciplinary approach not only reinforces concepts learned in traditional subjects but also demonstrates their real-world relevance. Students see firsthand how mathematical theories, engineering principles, and programming skills come together in the creation of functional robots, making learning more engaging and meaningful.

Lastly, teaching robotics prepares students for the future job market. As automation and artificial intelligence continue to advance, the demand for skilled professionals in robotics and related fields is rapidly growing. By introducing students to robotics at an early age, schools equip them with foundational knowledge and skills that are increasingly sought after by employers. This early exposure can inspire students to pursue further education and careers in STEM fields, helping to close the skills gap and drive innovation in technology-driven industries.

FUTURE SKILLS

CREATIVE
COLLABORATIVE
HIGH LEVEL COMMUNICATOR
INNOVATIVE
COMPLEX PROBLEM SOLVER

Syllabus Content Overview:

Investigate a problem for a given need or opportunity
Break down a given design brief, identifying and defining the purpose and competing considerations
Develop a design brief for a solution based on end user needs
Investigate a range of technologies, resources and/or components to develop ideas and solutions, with consideration of constraints
Design processes and solutions using a range of technologies, techniques, and appropriate technical terms
Select, implement and test a range of technologies, techniques, and processes, to produce designed solutions and/or prototypes
Plan, develop and communicate, using project management processes, considering time, resources and costs to achieve solutions
Design algorithms involving nested control structures and represent them using flowcharts and pseudocode
Trace algorithms to predict output for a given input and to identify and fix errors
Implement, modify and debug programs involving control structures in a general-purpose programming language
Role of hardware and software to manage, control and secure the movement of data in a digital system
The effect of hardware specifications on performance and the appropriateness of hardware for particular tasks

Robotics

Why Robotics and Integrated Technologies?

FUTURE SKILLS

Syllabus Content Overview:

Spike Lego Robotics

Object Relay

Hopper Race

Driving Around

Collecting Objects