Robotics - Pathway 1 - High School - STEP #1
High School Classes:
Robotics and Computer Applications
What high school classes can you take at your school that would help you explore robotics and computer applications?
-
In your first step, investigate to find our what kinds of classes will benefit your interest in robotics.
-
Write down your findings in your QLV travel log.
Robotics - Pathway 1 - High School - STEP #2
H.S. Robotics Club
Emily and Andrew's science teacher suggested they join the H.S. Robotics Club and then explore the annual FIRST Robotics Competition. In your first step:
-
Watch the FBC overview video.
-
Does your school have a Robotics or Technology Club?
-
If not, did this video inspire you to create one at your school?
-
What did you learn about FIRST?
-
Write your findings in your QLV travel log.
Robotics - Pathway 1 - High School - STEP #3
FIRST
Robotics Competition
For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology
Well-known inventor Dean Kamen, founder of FIRST, shares his inspirations and speaks about his robotics challenge for students as a way to inspire others to get involved in STEM.
In this step:
-
Watch the Kamen video.
-
What segments of this video really excited you about this career field?
-
Write down your answers in your QLV travel log.
Robotics - Pathway 1 - High School - STEP #4
Listen
Researching Robotics
Emily and Andrew joined the Robotics Club and are curious to find our more about a career in this field.
In this step, search the internet to find answers to these six questions:.
-
What is a robot?
-
What are the 5 major fields of robotics?
-
How do beginners learn robotics?
-
What is the use of robotics?
-
What are the advantages of robots?
-
Is Amazon’s Alexa a robot?
Record your answers in your travel log before moving forward.
