Robotics with Electronics Gr. 9+

Highlight of learning outcome:

• Basic circuit theory & analysis such as Ohm's Law, circuit analysis, , passive and active component study, transistors, FETs, analog and digital theory

• Reading schematics and datasheets, exploring PCB design;

• Virtual circuit construction; real world programming & applications;

• Programming in one of the most ubiquitous languages used in embedded system.

• Set up hardware and software to prepare yourself for future practice at home;

• Schematic sketching with a computer tool;

• Electronics engineering concepts such as Analog and digital input/output, voltage divider, pull-up vs pull-down resistor, etc.

• Programming with Arduino-Sketch-C;

• Basic electronics concepts presented in Advanced Placement Physics C;

• Interfacing with various analog and digital sensors;

• Rudimentary exposure to I2C, Power regulation, Port manipulation, GPIO & ADC

• Mini-challenge with Temp & humidity sensors, IMU (accel & gyro)

• Transistors/switching

• Charlieplexing LEDS

• Multiplexing inputs/keypad

• 4017 Counter

• 555 timer

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Prerequisites:

• MUST possess High proficiency in Algebra I. A grade transcript or equivalent will be required.

• Algorithms in C/C++ - Level I.  See syllabus here. 

Track:  Physics and Electronic with Robotics — Grade 8-12.