An interactive hands on workshop designed to demonstrate how a robot really works.
Using laptops and the brand new NXT Lego Mindstorms robots, students are asked to complete a variety tasks whilst learning about basic programming. The programming itself is based on Lego's easy understand NXT computer program, whereby students intuitively use the simple 'drag and drop' icons to form their code.
Working in pairs or threes, students are guided step by step on how to program their robot to perform precise movements as well as how to operate environmental sensors such as light and sound. The workshop concludes with students creatively programming their own robots to perform a short dance routine.
Specific tasks include (but not limited to):
- Use motors to accelerate, brake, reverse in the correct sequence
- Vary motor power to perform a point and curve turn
- Use loop based programming to drive the robot in a square
- Clear a table of light obstacles using a basic programming sequence.
- Program the robot to stop on the sound of a loud hand clap.
- Use a light sensor to detect light levels in the room.
- Use logic based programming to make the robot follow a black line.
- Use a touch sensor or ultrasonic sensor to detect a solid wall
- Program the robot to react to difering light levels in the room.
- Use a combination of motors and light detectors to hit a golf shot
- Determine the correct force required to score an ice hockey goal
- Negotiate a maze of solid objects
- Sensor callibration (and more)
This engaging workshop offers students a chance to learn real time programming in a fun atmosphere.
Full day Lego Robotics with Lego Mindstorms NXT
Syllabus Outcomes: Science and Technology
Learning processes:
A student:
UT S3.9: evaluates, selects and uses a broad range of equipment, computer-based technology, materials and other resources to meet the requirements and constraints of investigating and designing tasks.
Requirements
- Appropriate for Years 5 to 6 with a maximum of 30 students per class
This performance is authorised by the
Performances for Schools program, managed by the NSW Department of Education & Training.
- Access to at least 2 electrical power sockets with a wide floor space. Chairs are not required.
- Duration is for a full school day, set up time 30 minutes and pack up time 30 minutes
Cost
- $550 inc. GST for per class, per day.
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