Robotics

Competency

Robotics Engineering –

Students will demonstrate an understanding of engineering concepts by using mechanical and electrical engineering concepts and techniques to design and build robots to complete various challenges.

Project

You are a robotics engineer working at a company that designs toy robots. You are creating an infographic for a team of technicians. The infographic will show how to use schematics to understand the design and function of a robot called Edison. Your infographic will include a written narration to explain the function of the components inside of a robot, and how currents are used to power the robot.

Competency

Programming

Students will demonstrate an understanding of Python programming by writing, uploading, and testing Python code to have a robot accomplish various tasks.

Project

You are a programmer at a company that makes robots, and you develop Python code for robots. You are writing Python code to allow the Edison robot to drive in circles, triangles, and squares. Your code also allows the robot to respond to clapping, remote control, light sensors, and to avoid obstacles. You will show your code in action in a video, and explain how your code works, along with how you can use a code to test your robot.

Competency

Problem Solving

Students will demonstrate an understanding of problem solving by describing problem identification, engineering tasks, and identifying solutions.

Project

You are a robot engineer. Your company designs cutting-edge robotic devices, such as robotic vacuums, toys, and games. Your team is working on the Edison robot to make it move through paths with obstacles. You have been challenged to identify and propose solutions to problems involving obstacle avoidance. You will create a flowchart to describe the steps you need to take to identify problems and reach a solution. You will also show your solutions in a video of your robot moving through two challenges involving paths with obstacles.

Competency

Robot Testing

Students will demonstrate an understanding of robot testing by designing a field test, testing the robot, recording findings, and making necessary adjustments to the robot.

Project

You are a robot field test technician working at a robotics company. You determine which field tests are needed depending on the use and type of robot you are working on. You will be creating a video demonstration for your team of field testers. The video will show which field tests are the most relevant to run, based on common uses of the robot. You will adjust the robot if needed, based on data that you collect during each field test run. Then, describe why you needed to make adjustments in your video demonstration.