Robotics and Automation 10, 20, 30

(a)	Explain how a line follower sensor works.
(b)	Attach and properly wire a line follower sensor to a device.
(c)	Develop a program to debug a line follower sensor.
(d)	Program a device to follow a straight line using input from a line follower sensor.
(e)	Develop and implement a program to make a device follow a curved line using input from a line follower sensor.
(f)	Describe practical applications of line follower robots.

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Resources

R009733

LEGO BOOST Creative Toolbox

This kit provides a series of activities that develop spatial building skills that can be scaffolded to create a more complex creation of a working robot simulation.

Media and Formats : Kit

Price : See distributor.

Record posted/updated: June 24, 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

R009357

The Art of LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Programming

This book presents EV3 elements such as blocks, data wires, files, and variables, allowing the reader to create complex EV3 programs. Good programming practices are introduced, as well as useful debugging strategies. It supports the home and education editions of the EV3 Mindstorms kit. Many challenges are included that could be applied in the classroom.

Media and Formats : Book

Price : See publisher.

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R010094

Makeblock mBot Educational Robot Kit. Explorer Kits

The mBot kit includes supplies to build and program an autonomous robot with coding abilities. It is based on a block coding system but also supports a text-based coding system using Arduino for more advanced users. This kit requires a software download for coding and is Bluetooth compatible for connection with smart devices with a controller APP download. This kit also requires batteries: either 1 3.7V DC Lithium battery or 4xAA batteries. Also available, for further extension using this kit are add on sensors and parts.

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Media and Formats : Kit

Price : Free

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R011677

Adeept BBC micro:bit Starter Kit

This kit allows for the assembly of a pocket-sized computer that introduces how software and hardware work together. It has an LED light display, buttons, sensors and many input/output features that allow for programmable interaction. The kit contains the micro:bit development, breadboard and expansion boards, plus numerous sensors, LEDs, buttons and resistors. A full list of materials and tutorials can be found at https://www.adeept.com/learn/tutorial-92.html.

Media and Formats : Kit

Price : $74.99 USD

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R012356

SaskCode Arduino Kit

SaskCode has assembled classroom kits of hands-on materials, such as robot car kits, Arduino starter kits and sensors, that are designed to support the teaching of robotics skills at Grades 7-12 using the Arduino computing platform. Free activities to use with the kit are available for download through Google Drive. Kits are available for sale to any school in the province, and lending kits are available for borrowing, free of charge, by teachers in schools from school divisions that are part of the Saskatoon Industry Education Council (SIEC) partnership (see the SIEC website for a list of school divisions by area). To be eligible to borrow a kit, however, a teacher must complete a professional development session linked to that kit. For more information, please visit the SIEC website - https://www.saskatooniec.ca/

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Media and Formats : Kit

Price : Free

Record posted/updated: December 7, 2021

R002853

Learn Robotics Programming: Build and Control Autonomous Robots Using Raspberry Pi 3 and Python

This resource begins with the basic structure of a robot and progresses to how to plan, build and program it. Topics discussed include: adding motors, sensors and actuators, writing code to execute various robot behaviours and adding cameras and voice communication.

Media and Formats : Book

Price : $52.83

Record posted/updated: February 28, 2024

R009312

Robot Builder's Bonanza(5th ed.)

This comprehensive resource covers the essentials of robot building, from the benefits of constructing a robot from scratch vs. using a kit, to robot brains and sensors. Other topics include: getting parts; robots from wood, plastic and metal; using DC and servo motors; robotic arms and grippers; and interacting with your robot. The book also contains a range of step-by-step project plans.

Media and Formats : Book

Price : $44.95

Record posted/updated: February 22, 2022

R010096

Parallax Boe-Bot Robot Kit USB

This kit makes use of the BASIC Stamp programming language to build one robot. It includes sensors and a microcontroller and a book to build and program an autonomous robot. It is suitable for grades 7 to 12 with the addition of parts to explore more sensors and applications. Four AA batteries are required but are not included.

Media and Formats : Kit

Price : Free

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R002410

Arduino Starter Kit. Skill Level Beginner

This is an introductory kit for individuals new to Arduino. It provides the tools and instructions to learn the basics of the programming language of and the Arduino Uno microcontroller. The kit includes various electronic components, an LCD, Servo and Motor, Arduino Uno Board, Breadboard, jumper wires, and an instruction book. This kit is suitable for both teachers and students.

Media and Formats : Kit

Price : See publisher.

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022