Course Overview:
This course will teach students the basics of coding and robotics using easy-to-understand tools and
projects. Each week will feature a new concept and a simple, fun project to build skills gradually.
Key Concepts Covered:
1. Coding Basics: Python programming, understanding algorithms, using microcontrollers.
2. Robotics: Building and programming robots using sensors, motors, and simple control
systems.
3. Problem Solving: Developing logical thinking and creativity through coding and robotics.
4. Teamwork: Working in teams for some projects to build collaboration skills.
Course Structure:
Weeks 1-13: Getting Started with Coding and Basic Electronics
• Week 1-2: Introduction to Coding (Python Basics)
Objective: Understand how to write simple Python programs.
o Learn how to write and run Python code.
o Project: Create a “Hello World” program and simple math games.
• Week 3-5: Introduction to Circuits & Sensors
Objective: Learn about basic circuits and how to use simple sensors.
o Build simple circuits with LEDs and buttons.
o Project: Create a circuit to turn on an LED when a button is pressed.
• Week 6-7: Python with Microcontrollers
Objective: Program microcontrollers using Python to control hardware.
o Learn to use microcontrollers like Arduino.
o Project: Program a microcontroller to blink an LED.
• Week 8-10: Basic Robotics (Movement & Sensors)
Objective: Learn how robots move and how sensors work.
o Program simple robots to move forward and stop using sensors.
o Project: Build a robot that can move around and avoid obstacles.
• Week 11-13: Problem Solving with Code
Objective: Learn to break down problems into smaller tasks using algorithms.
o Practice writing step-by-step instructions to solve problems.
o Project: Program a robot to navigate through a maze.
Weeks 14-26: Diving Deeper into Robotics and Automation
• Week 14-16: Advanced Python Concepts
Objective: Learn about loops, functions, and conditionals in Python.
o Use loops and functions to make code more efficient.
o Project: Create a countdown timer or simple quiz game.
• Week 17-19: Working with Sensors
Objective: Understand how different sensors work (light, temperature, motion).
o Learn to read data from sensors and use it in projects.
o Project: Build a simple temperature sensor that turns on a fan when it gets too hot.
• Week 20-22: Building Robots that Think
Objective: Learn about simple control systems to make robots smarter.
o Program robots to follow lines or avoid obstacles autonomously.
o Project: Create a robot that follows a black line on the floor.
• Week 23-26: Introduction to CAD (Designing Robots)
Objective: Learn to use simple CAD tools to design robot parts.
o Design parts of a robot using CAD software (simple shapes).
o Project: Design a robot arm and 3D print a part for it.
Weeks 27-39: Intermediate Robotics and Smart Devices
• Week 27-29: Smart Sensors & Automation
Objective: Learn how to create smart devices that react to changes in the environment.
o Use sensors to trigger actions, such as turning on lights or sending alerts.
o Project: Create a smart light system that turns on when it gets dark.
• Week 30-32: Using Motors & Servo Control
Objective: Learn how to control motors and servos for more complex robot movements.
o Learn how to control motors to make robots move in different directions.
o Project: Build a robot that can pick up and drop objects using a servo.
• Week 33-35: Introduction to Machine Learning
Objective: Understand basic machine learning concepts and how robots can learn from data.
o Use simple sensors and data to make robots react to different situations.
o Project: Program a robot to recognize colours and respond accordingly.
• Week 36-39: Collaborative Projects
Objective: Work in teams to build a more complex project.
o Collaborate with peers to design and build a group robot project.
o Project: Build a group robot that performs a specific task, such as a robot that sorts
objects by colour.
Weeks 40-52: Advanced Robotics and Final Projects
• Week 40-42: Advanced Robot Behaviours
Objective: Learn about more advanced robot behaviours and artificial intelligence.
o Program robots to make decisions based on sensor inputs.
o Project: Create a robot that can navigate a maze without human control.
• Week 43-45: Real-World Applications of Robotics
Objective: Understand how robots are used in real-world scenarios.
o Study robots used in industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and agriculture.
o Project: Design a robot for a real-world task, such as a robot that helps in a hospital or
school.
• Week 46-48: Final Project Design
Objective: Plan and create a large project that combines all learned skills.
o Work on a final project that incorporates coding, sensors, and movement.
o Project: Design a robot that can perform a specific task, such as delivering items
around the classroom or school.
• Week 49-52: Presentations & Reflections
Objective: Present final projects and reflect on the learning journey.
o Present your final project to the class, explaining how it works.
o Reflection: Discuss what you learned, what you enjoyed, and what was challenging.
Engaging Project Ideas:
1. Robotic Pet: Build a small robot that responds to voice commands or follows the user.
2. Obstacle Course Challenge: Design robots to complete an obstacle course using sensors and
motors.
3. Smart Home Automation: Build a simple smart home system where devices (lights, fans)
respond to sensors.
4. Colour-Sorting Robot: Program a robot to sort objects by colour, simulating tasks in
manufacturing or recycling.
5. Mini Robot Army: Students work in teams to create a series of robots that can perform
specific roles in a competition.
By keeping the projects hands-on, simple, and focused on fun challenges, this course structure will
keep kids engaged and help them understand the core concepts of coding and robotics in a creative
and interactive way.
