Course Outline

World is moving towards the next generation technologies where Robots, Humanoids & Smart Living would become a norm. Teaching robotics to young students increases their ability to be creative and innovative. Kids become thinkers and more productive members of society as they grow. Robotics is one of the few fields that combine creativity with engineering and technology. When children are given the opportunity to create something cool and interactive, their engagement levels increase, and also their ability to retain more information. 

You will be amazed at what children can build and create when they are given the right information and tools. We can open a whole new world to them with exciting opportunities that they wouldn’t have access to otherwise. Kids that attend our program walk away with these beautiful experiences that pushes their creativity to next level.

In this course, you will learn the fundamental concepts of Robotics - Virtual Electronics and 3D design.

Virtual Electronics

The course is designed for beginner level students who want to dive into the field of Robotics and circuit design.  This course will teach about getting started with the online platform and how to simulate circuits using this platform. 

• Designing Circuits 
• Basic Electronic components and Sensors
• Interfacing electronic components to Microcontroller 
• Simulating Circuits using Online platform to build a basic robot 

Upon completing this course, you will have the skills and knowledge needed to create fun and useful automated projects.

3D Designing 

This course will demonstrate how to use 3D printing software to create digital designs that can be turned into physical objects. This course is hands-on in nature and will provide step-by-step instructions to guide you through popular 3D modeling software. It will also cover

• Working of 3D printers 
• Conversion of 2D designs to 3D. 
• Use 3D software to design a wide variety of objects for both personal and professional use. 
• How to work with shapes, surfaces, scaling objects and changing colors.

By learning 3D Designing, students become designers and creators using cutting-edge technology to visualize and create their imaginations and their ideas. It helps designers to bring their visions to life. 

Who should take this course?

Course has been designed for ages from 6 - 15 years old from Elementary and Middle School. Content will differ for each category as mentioned below depending on their age.

• Junior Robotics - Grades 3,4,5 - Age 10 to 12 Years
• Senior Robotics - Grades 6,7,8 - Age 13 to 15 Years

Junior Robotics Virtual Electronics and 3D Designing:
Robotics and Artificial Intelligence based Robots, Electronic components, circuits and types of circuits, Microcontroller(Arduino), Types and parts of Arduino board, Arduino based Projects, Introduction to 3D Design technology and its application, 3D Design Projects, Revision and Evaluation.

Sr. Robotics Virtual Electronics and 3D Designing:
Robots and Artificial Intelligence based Humanoids, Electronics and Circuitry, Microcontrollers(Arduino), Introduction to Sensors, Gas Alarm System Project, Control bulb using Motion sensor Project, Control Servo motor using Ultrasonic sensor Project, Introduction to 3D Printing Technology, Real time 3D Design Projects, 3D Design Revision and Evaluation

Class Schedule:

This is a 12-week course, and each week includes Instructor led online sessions, supplemental materials shared as well as assignments. Programs for both categories above begins Saturday, Jan 21st from 9 AM to 10 AM Central. Its Every Saturday till April 8th. 

Takeaways:

Besides invaluable experience throughout the program, Children will be able to build their STEM portfolio and compete and win Cash Awards at the end of the Program Robotics Competition.

Program Advisors:

Vish Madhugiri is the Chief Strategy Officer and business at SAAZ Technologies, a digital imaging innovations company. Vish held positions in the past such as Chief Innovation Officer at Lycamobile, world’s largest Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO). Besides 3 decades of experience in the Automotive, IT and Telco sectors beginning with the TATA Group, Vish has engaged in international commercial/research collaborations, and incubated start-ups in the UK, USA, India, Europe and Australia. Vish believes that most future innovations will occur at the intersection of technologies/disciplines; especially at the intersection of AI, genetics, big data, autonomous systems, blockchain, healthcare, VR, and deep learning. He is passionate about interdisciplinary innovation.

Dr. Anwesha Banerjee is a Neuroscientist who has completed her doctorate from University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) and currently working at Emory University, Atlanta. She is a renowned TEDx Speaker and a Distinguished Toastmaster. Her Academic achievements include a Masters in Biotechnology from Bangalore University and a Masters in Neuroscience from UTD. She also has successfully completed Executive Education in Business of Science from University of Pennsylvania and UC Berkeley. She has authored multiple publications in prestigious journals and presented at national and international conferences, around the globe. Here active interest involves exploring the world of artificial intelligence and how concepts of neuroscience can be applied to develop improved next generation AI. Anwesha is the Executive Director of iStart Valley.