Robotics Boot Camp
Join us for the Mwamba Labs Robotics Boot Camp, an engaging four-day event designed for students aged 8-18. This boot camp offers a hands-on introduction to robotics and electronics, providing a platform for students to explore and create with Arduino Uno, LEDs, sensors, and Scratch for Arduino. Students will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects and showcase their skills in a final hackathon competition featuring individual personal projects.
The Robotics Boot Camp aims to equip students with fundamental knowledge and practical skills in robotics, electronics, and programming. Participants will engage in interactive sessions and hands-on projects tailored to their age group. High school students will tackle advanced challenges such as obstacle detection and avoidance robots, while middle school students will focus on foundational projects. The boot camp culminates in a hackathon where students present and compete with their own personal projects.
What to Expect
Day 1: Introduction to Robotics and Arduino
Overview of robotics and electronics. Introduction to Arduino Uno and its components. Hands-on activity: Building a simple circuit with LEDs, resistors, and a breadboard.
Day 2: Exploring Sensors and Programming
Understanding different types of sensors, including button sensors. Introduction to Scratch for Arduino programming. Hands-on activity: Programming LEDs and sensors using Scratch for Arduino
Day 3: Project Development Based on Age Groups
Middle School Students (Ages 8-13): Design and build a traffic light simulation with LEDs and a button sensor. Program the traffic light sequence and integrate the pedestrian button. High School Students (Ages 14-18): Develop obstacle detection and avoidance robots using sensors and advanced programming techniques.
Day 4: Showcase and Hackathon Competition
Project Showcase: Participants present their personal projects developed during the boot camp. Receive feedback from peers and mentors. Hackathon Competition: Participants compete with their individual projects, demonstrating creativity, functionality, and technical skills. Projects will be evaluated on innovation, design, and problem-solving.