Nashville - HCA - Intro to Robotics - Fall Semester

Nashville - HCA - Intro to Robotics - Fall Semester - $30/student/week

$ 360.00

# of Kids

Intro to Robotics and Coding

12 Weeks

Wednesdays, 10:00-11:30

Ages 8-13

Young innovators will dive into the world of robotics, building a different bot each week and learning valuable STEM skills. Through hands-on activities and games, students will explore the fundamentals of robotics, from basic mechanics to introductory programming.

Course Highlights:
Building Bots: Students will get hands-on experience with essential robotic components, including DC motors, servo motors, switches, IR (infrared) sensors, LEDs (light-emitting diodes), mainboards (the robot's "brain"), and gears. They'll learn how these components work together to bring robots to life.

Introduction to Mechanical Principles: Students will learn basic mechanical concepts like gears, torque, and motion as they assemble their robots. They will understand how different gear ratios affect speed and power, and how to use these principles to design effective machines.

Sensor Integration: Students will learn how to use IR sensors to detect objects and how a bot can respond to these inputs. They'll also work with LEDs to add visual feedback to their projects.

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Identify and explain the function of key robotic components like DC motors, IR sensors, gears, switches, wired and wireless controllers and mainboards.
Assemble basic robotic mechanisms using gears, switches, and other components.
Integrate sensors into their robot projects to enable interaction with the environment.
Develop a foundational understanding of mechanical principles and how they relate to robotics.
Who Should Attend?
This course is perfect for curious kids aged 8-13 who are interested in robotics, coding, and STEM. No prior experience is required.

Get ready to build, code, and discover the exciting world of robotics!