Robotics and Automation 10, 20, 30

(a)	Explain how an infrared light and sensor works.
(b)	Attach and properly wire an infrared light and sensor to a device.
(c)	Develop a program to debut an infrared light and sensor.
(d)	Program a device to detect an object in the vicinity of the device using input from infrared lights and sensors.
(e)	Program a device to modify an output (e.g., light an LED, make a beep sound or move a servo) based on the presence of an object detected by infrared light and sensors .

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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

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

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

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