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GTT: Automation and Robotics
Gateway To Technology
Mrs. Bross
Room: 502
Work Phone: 864-355-6182
wbross@greenvilleschools.us
https://sites.google.com/a/greenvilleschools.us/mrs-wendy-bross
Course Description
Students trace the history, development, and influence of automation and robotics. They learn about mechanical systems, energy transfer, machine automation and computer control systems. Students use a robust robotics platform to design, build, and program a solution to solve an existing problem.
Grade Rationale Grading Scale
Projects/ 50%
Labs/Daily Work/Participation 50%
90% - 100% = A
80% - 89% = B
70% - 79% = C
60% - 69% = D
Below 60% = F
Classroom Expectations
Students are expected to participate in all curriculum activities, including collaborative group projects for problem-based learning. Students are to be prepared for class, which includes class supplies. Behavior rules are posted in the classroom, and the HMS discipline policy will be used in the classroom. (Please see the HMS Student Handbook)
Assignments
All assignments will be turned in google classroom or through the mypltw.org website. Students will have assigned log in’s and passwords to this site. We try to have a paperless classroom, unless we are sketching.
Unit 1
KNOWLEDGE: Students will:
- K1 – Identify the steps in an engineering design process and describe the activities involved in each step of the process.
- K2 – Explain the concept of proportion and how it relates to freehand sketching.
- K3 – Identify and describe a variety of brainstorming techniques and rules for brainstorming.
- K4 – Differentiate between invention and innovation.
- K6 – Identify and differentiate between mechanical, electrical, civil, and chemical engineering fields.
SKILLS: Students will:
- S1 – Generate and document multiple ideas or solution paths to a problem through brainstorming.
- S2 – Describe the design process used in the solution of a particular problem and reflect on all steps of the design process.
- S3 – Utilize an engineering notebook to clearly and accurately document the design process according to accepted standards and protocols to prove the origin and chronology of a design.
- S4 – Create sketches or diagrams as representations of objects, ideas, events, or systems.
- S5 – Explain the contributions of engineers from different engineering fields in the design and development of a product, system, or technology.
- S6 – Review and evaluate the written work of peers, and make recommendations for improvement.
Unit 2
KNOWLEDGE: Students will:
- Name and Recognize VEX IQ Robot Parts
- Build a robot following directions
- Organize parts according to size and name
Unit 3
KNOWLEDGE: Students will:
- Program a robot to move forward using sensors and time as variables.
- Describe the purpose of pseudocode and comments within a computer program.
- Know how to use ratio reasoning to solve mechanical advantage problems.
- Design, build, wire, and program both open and closed loop systems.
- Use motors and sensors appropriately to solve robotic problems.
- Troubleshoot a malfunctioning system using a methodical approach.
Unit 4
KNOWLEDGE: Students will:
- Use the design process to design, build and code a robot to compete in a competition
- Work in teams to design, build and code a robot to compete in a competition.
- Document their designs, progress, failures and innovations to their robot.
- Present their robot in a competition setting
- Turn in their notebooks and sit for an interview with judges to determine their ability to follow the design process and present a competitive robot
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