Robotics and Automation 10, 20, 30

(a)	Differentiate between robotics and automation.
(b)	Research the use of automation in a variety of fields, such as retail, healthcare, food services, mining, waste management, industry, manufacturing, logistics, automotive and in the home.
(c)	Identify the main advantages of automation.
(d)	Critique the use of automation in our society, including current and potential effects of automation on society and the environment.
(e)	Explore issues (e.g., human input, mechanical wear, technical programming) arising with automation.

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Resources

R009731

LEGO Mindstorms EV3

This kit contains programmable brick, several modular sensors and hundreds of pieces and connectors that allow for the construction of one robot with various functions. It provides a block-based programming environment and includes instructions and online support. It would be suitable for Middle Years to grade 10.

Media and Formats : Kit

Price : See publisher.

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R009350

Arduino(2nd ed.)

This book provides an overview of Arduino and basic coding. A variety of codes are listed and each part of the code is explained. This text would be suitable for students from Middle Years to grade 10 who are new to Arduino.

Media and Formats : Book

Price : Free

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R100038

VEX IQ Super Kit

This introductory kit to robotics is suitable for Middle Years students. It includes the ability to program using ROBOTC language and allows for the creation of various robots that use remote control input, sensor input or both. The kit includes chassis components, motors and sensors. Building instructions are included.

Media and Formats : Kit

Price : See publisher.

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R007241

Robotics in Space

This book provides a basic introduction to the topic of robotics and how robots are used in space without exploring how they work. The resource explores the future potential of robotics in space. The text is written in accessible language and is supported with many quality images. The book contains a table of content, a glossary and Web links for further investigation on the topic.

Media and Formats : Book

Price : See publisher.

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R002543

Winning Design!: LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Design Patterns for Fun and Competition(2nd ed.)

This text focuses on the full development process for making a competition robot. It provides high-level discussion of the different components of the robots and includes instructions to build an EV3 design.

Media and Formats : Book

Price : See publisher.

Record posted/updated: June 27, 2022