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Build a Robot with Arduino
One-Week Course | Ages 12-18Build a Robot with Arduino
One-Week Course | Ages 12-18Build and Program a Robot to Take Home
Few things are more gratifying than building something for yourself. Over the course of the week students will learn how to build and program a robot using Arduino afterward they’ll take it home!
This course provides a great introduction to the world of robotics and electrical engineering. Students will move from basic programming and electronic circuit concepts to building the robot and exploring each sensor and actuator’s capabilities by programming with Arduino to perform automated tasks. The week finishes with a selection of two final challenges: a maze navigation course and a balloon pop battle!
Receive up to 12 months of Adobe Creative Cloud by registering today ($600 Value). Students in this course will also receive a Take-Home SparkFun Inventor’s Kit for RedBot.
Staff Ratio: 8:1
Hardware + Software: Arduino IDE + Sparkfun Redbot Kit (Take-Home Item)
Ages: Students 12-18
Hours: 8:30AM – 5:00PM
Staff Ratio: 8:1
Hardware + Software: Arduino IDE + Sparkfun Redbot Kit (Take-Home Item)
Ages: Students 12-18
Hours: 8:30AM – 5:00PM
Course Information
Get ready for a fun and impactful educational experience through project-based learning
What Students Learn
- Programming in Arduino
- Signal processing
- Electronic circuit building
- How to troubleshoot errors and solve logical problems
What Students Create
- A robot that performs autonomous tasks
- Unique code that they understand
- Designs for robot improvement and test courses
- An Arduino programmable robot
About Robotics and Engineering Courses
Our Robotics courses teach kids the basics of electrical engineering and programming as they design and build robots. The Build a Robot with Arduino course immerses students in the basics of mechanical and electrical engineering as they design, build, test, and program their robot to complete various challenges. They’ll experiment with different types of circuits while learning how robots interpret inputs from sensors and commands from their human operators. Explore more robotics and engineering courses.
The Teen Experience: Since 2002, Digital Media Academy has been encouraging and inspiring teens to become the next generation of developers, animators, filmmakers, photographers, designers, and engineers. In addition to developing teens’ interests and passions for the latest in new tech, our camps foster personal growth, confidence, and independence; preparing students for life beyond high school and college.
Learn More About This Course
Learn more about Build a Robot with Arduino by taking an in-depth look at the syllabus for this course.
Our project-based approach to learning sparks curiosity, builds confidence, and fosters teamwork as students seek solutions to real-world problems. Do you have additional questions about selecting the perfect course? Contact our friendly Academic Advisors.
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If camp is canceled due to COVID-19 you’ll receive full credit for Summer 2021. Terms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arduino?
Arduino is an electrical engineering prototyping platform that teaches people about electronics and how electronic circuits can work with other mechanisms and devices. Arduino enables the quick creation and deployment of ideas.
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Lunch Plan
Make things easy and get lunch on campus so you don’t have to pack your own. Lunch Plans start at $95/week at select locations.
Overnight Housing
Stay in the dorms and eat on-campus, Sunday through Friday. Overnight Housing starts at $695/week where available.
Extended Day
Our flexible Extended Day option allows families to pick-up students as late as 6:00 PM from Monday to Thursday at all locations.
Weekend Stay
Add Weekend Stay and enjoy extra activities and day trips around the area. Weekend Stay starts at $380/weekend at select locations.
“Building the robots was very fun and engaging and helped my problem solving and critical thinking skills. I am excited to show my friends at home my robot.”
John S.
Arduino Robotics
Passionate Staff
Educators, artists, and talented industry professionals with a passion for STEAM education.
A Balanced Experience
Our students enjoy a balanced camp day with both in-class lessons and outdoor activities.
Project-Based Learning
Our curriculum sparks curiosity, builds confidence, while fostering teamwork and collaboration.
Safety Matters
Our staff is First-Aid + CPR certified and have completed national background checks.