These workshops are for teachers who are interested in teaching robotics in the classroom. The curriculum is designed for grades 5-9 but can be modified to accommodate other grade levels. Participants will learn how to program using the Lego Mindstorm EV3 software and how to build basic robots. They will receive step-by-step instructions as well as opportunities to build challenges during the training. This is a fun session that offers a relaxed learning environment where teachers become students and learn activities to implement in the classroom.
TTT 1 - Introduction to Robotics:
This is a 2-day workshop in which participants will learn the fundamental basics of programming and building with the Lego MINDSTORM NXT or EV3 Core Set. Participants will use sensors that accompany the standard robotics kit.
Sample Activities:
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Driving base challenges
Lessons:
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Building and Setup
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Curved Move
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Move object
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Stop at object- Ultrasonic sensor
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Stop at angle - Gyro sensor
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Stop at line - Color Sensor
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Follow a Line
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Master Challenge
$250.00 per participant
Includes a full 365 page beginners guide to Lego Mindstorm NXT or EV3, GEAR competition resources and a dedicated web guide for continued support.
TTT 2 - Intermediate Robotics:
In this 2-day workshop participants will explore advanced sensor use and competitive robotics techniques for the Lego MINDSTORM NXT or EV3 Core Set. Participants will also incorporate engineering design principles into their robotic challenge.
Sample Activities:
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Data Logging with Gyro Sensor
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Debugging techniques through this course challenges.
Lessons:
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EV3 Data Logging- “Gyro Sensor Investigation
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Program debugging techniques
$275.00 per participant
Includes a full users guide to Lego Mindstorm NXT or EV3 resources and a dedicated web guide for continued support.
Please contact us at 210.458.5201 or itec@utsa.edu for more information or to schedule your workshop.