Robotics

Electricity and Robotics

Students have the option of exploring the steadily growing world of Robotics. With the recent trend towards Automation and the prospect of many jobs defined by algorithms being automated in the near future, our students have the opportunity to get ahead of their competition before leaving high school. With two levels of Robotics, students can explore the advanced functioning and programing of modern day robots while solving problems and learning soft skills such as teamwork. The Morris Hills Regional District takes part in the First Tech Challenge, competing against other local schools and teams.

ELECTRICITY (TC951)

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12; 5 credits; One Year Elective

This course exposes students to the fundamentals of electricity so that they may evaluate their interest and determine whether they wish to continue further studies in electronics, electricity or alternate energy. Each unit in this course is presented as part theory and part laboratory work. The correct and safe use of basic tools, machines and equipment is stressed. Provision is made for exploratory activities relating to electricity and electronic circuits, heat, light, magnetism, and power sources and transmission. Included is the study of related general, technical and occupational information. Students should possess basic knowledge of dealing with mathematical formulas.

ROBOTICS 1 (TC955)

Grades 10, 11, 12; 5 credits per year; Elective; Prerequisites: Electricity OR AP Computer Science Principles OR AP Computer Science A OR departmental approval based on previous, related robotics experience.

Robotics 1 is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to program, build, and operate automated machines and robotic devices. The history and current trends of automation and robotics are addressed. Applications to industry, home, and our daily lives are investigated. Students will assess, build, and test various automation and robotic devices employing electronics and electromechanical technology. Hands on assembly and operation are encouraged. Use of programmable electronic microprocessors, computer controlled equipment, prototype assembly, and automated manufacturing will be explored.

ROBOTICS 2 (TC 956)

Grades 11, 12; 5 credits; One Year Elective; Prerequisite: Robotics 1

The 21st century is rapidly becoming more and more robotic and automated. Improving technologies that students interact with currently and see in the future are becoming automated and robotic. All of these machines require an advanced understanding of mechanical engineering, automated systems, and coding languages. Robotics 2 is designed to provide students with the advanced skills necessary to interact with and improve the world they live in. These skills include: advanced programing, automation, and mechanical systems. The course will include the history and current trends of automation as well as discussions on the future of robotics. The course will dive into the applications of robotics to multiple industries, homes, and our daily lives. Students will be exposed to real life robotic build challenges where they will get to apply their skills and knowledge from Robotics 1 and Robotics 2. Students will research, design, prototype, build, test, and assess various forms of robots both user controlled and automated. The course will follow project based learning pedagogical strategies to encourage a hands on and student centered learning environment. Robotics 2 students will lead our school in our First Tech Challenge robotic competitions. Students enrolled in the third year of this approved CTE program are highly encouraged to co-enroll in TC999 CTESLE for on-the-job training.