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Lab Prep Outline

This document outlines a practical curriculum for Jr./Highschool students with no prior knowledge of electronics and programming, focusing on hands-on experience. It covers basic concepts in programming with C/C++ and Python, as well as practical applications using Arduino for hardware control. The curriculum emphasizes practical applications over complex theory, ensuring students engage with the material effectively.

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Lab Prep Outline

This document outlines a practical curriculum for Jr./Highschool students with no prior knowledge of electronics and programming, focusing on hands-on experience. It covers basic concepts in programming with C/C++ and Python, as well as practical applications using Arduino for hardware control. The curriculum emphasizes practical applications over complex theory, ensuring students engage with the material effectively.

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Electronics and Programming

Author’s notice: The following document is a curriculum outline for students with
no prior knowledge of the subject. It is oriented towards a practical approach,
and neglects much of the complex theory behind it, it is designed for
Jr./Highschool students interested in electronics & robotics.

Week 1: Basic Concepts and Programming


Fundamentals
Session 1 (1.25 hrs)
Binary System, Bits, Bytes (30 mins)
- Quick introduction, focusing on practical binary conversions and
understanding how computers interpret data.

ASCII & Hexadecimal (15 mins)


- Basic overview, focusing on conversion from binary and hexadecimal in
practical programming contexts.

Intro to C/C++ Programming (40 mins)


- Syntax and writing a simple program (e.g., printing a string or basic
input/output).

Session 2 (1.25 hrs)


C/C++ Programming with Libraries (1.25 hrs)
- Hands-on programming, using basic libraries, and setting up a
development environment.
- Practical focus: Writing and running a program that involves basic
input/output.

Week 2: Python and Arduino Practical


Implementation
Session 1 (1.25 hrs)
Python Programming Basics (45 mins)
- Quick intro to syntax, with an emphasis on Python’s simplicity.

Using Python Libraries (30 mins)


- Focus on using libraries for practical tasks (e.g., math operations, handling
input/output).
Session 2 (1.25 hrs)
Arduino Introduction and Basic Programming (1.25 hrs)
- Write and upload a basic Arduino sketch (e.g., blinking an LED).
- Focus on setting up and connecting the Arduino, compiling and running
code.

Week 3: Introduction to Hardware Control


and Signals
Session 1 (1.25 hrs)
Analog vs Digital Signals (20 mins)
- Practical differentiation using Arduino or simple hardware (e.g., reading
digital vs analog input).

Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) (30 mins)


- Simple example of PWM with Arduino (e.g., dimming an LED or controlling
a motor).

Servo Motor Control (30 mins)


- Practical control of a servo motor using Arduino.

Session 2 (1.25 hrs)


UART and Communication Protocols (20 mins)
- Brief introduction to UART, focusing on practical communication between
Arduino and a computer.

Practical Programming & Libraries (1 hour)


- Reinforcement of using libraries in both Python and C/C++ for hardware
control (e.g., using a servo motor library or sending data over UART).

Simplifications
 PID Control: Instead of a full introduction, briefly mention its existence
and leave it as a reference for further study.
 UART: Skip the theory behind UART protocols and focus on establishing a
simple communication setup between two devices or between a computer
and Arduino.
 Analog/Digital Signals: Focus on showing practical differences using
simple examples without delving too much into signal theory.
This curriculum prioritizes practical application over detailed theory. It also
ensures students get hands-on experience with basic programming and
hardware control, which is often the most engaging and memorable part of the
learning process.

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