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 routine.
This engaging workshop offers students a chance to learn real time programming in a fun atmosphere.
Lego Robotics with Lego Mindstorms NXT
Requirements
- Appropriate for Years 7 to 10 with a maximum of 30 students per class
- Access to at least 2 electrical power sockets with a wide floor space. Chairs are not required.
- Duration 90 minutes, set up time 30 minutes and pack up time 30 minutes
Cost
- $195 inc. GST for 1 class.
Syllabus Outcomes: 7 - 10 Science
Learning skills:
A student:
LS.3: explores the the influence of science on our daily lives.
- Students learn about technological developments that have changed our daily lives.
Syllabus Outcomes: Technology (Mandatory) Years 7 & 8
A student:
4.3.1: applies a broad range of contemporary and appropriate tools, materials and techniques with competence in the development of design projects.
Syllabus Outcomes: Information and Software Technology Years 7 - 10
A student:
5.1.2: selects, maintains and appropriately uses hardware for a range of tasks.
5.2.2: designs produces and evaluates appropriate solutions to a range of challenging problems.
5.2.3: critically analyses decision making processes in a range of information and software solutions
This performance is authorised by the
Performances for Schools program, managed by the NSW Department of Education & Training.
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