The Robotics and Automation program provides students with hands-on experience in designing, building, and programming robotic and automated systems. Covering key areas such as safety, electronics, mechanical systems, and automation, students explore topics like AI, electrical circuits, motor controllers, and CNC manufacturing. They develop skills in troubleshooting, project management, and drone operation while evaluating the societal and ethical impacts of robotics. The program offers opportunities for work placements and career exploration, preparing students for future roles in robotics, automation, and engineering fields.
The Robotics and Automation 10 (Autonomous Focus) program introduces students to the basics of robotics, automation, and autonomous technologies. It covers key areas such as safety protocols, the history of robotics, troubleshooting, design thinking, electrical safety, and sensor integration. Students will explore microcontrollers, programming through block-based coding, and the use of various sensors (e.g., ultrasonic, infrared, tactile) to create autonomous robotic systems. The course also includes practical projects and career exploration in robotics and automation, preparing students to design, program, and troubleshoot automated devices.
The Robotics and Automation 20 (Autonomous Focus) program builds on foundational robotics concepts, emphasizing autonomous systems, coding, and advanced electronics. Core modules cover safety, ethics, societal impact, and career exploration, while optional modules allow students to delve into artificial intelligence, microcontrollers, sensors, automation, and computational thinking. The curriculum includes hands-on experience with coding structures, circuit design, and fabrication techniques such as 3D printing and CAD modeling. Students develop autonomous devices using various sensors and actuators, gaining experience in troubleshooting and project management. Work-study opportunities provide real-world applications, preparing students for careers in robotics and automation.
The Robotics and Automation 30 (Autonomous Focus) program advances students' skills in automation, sensor integration, circuit design, and programming for autonomous systems. It covers safety, career exploration, and hands-on experience with 3D printing, CNC manufacturing, and fluid power. Students construct complex automated devices, explore machine vision, and develop advanced coding techniques. The program also includes project management and work-study opportunities, preparing students for careers in robotics, automation, and engineering.
The Robotics and Automation 10 (Radio Control Focus) program introduces students to the fundamentals of robotics and automation with an emphasis on radio control systems. The course covers essential topics such as safety, the history of robotics, troubleshooting, and design thinking. Students will explore electrical circuits, motors, servos, actuators, and power sources used in robotic applications. Additionally, they will focus on the design and construction of radio-controlled devices, including transmitting and receiving systems, motor controllers, and wheels. The program includes hands-on projects to build mechanical structures, control systems, and basic radio-controlled robots, while also exploring career opportunities in the field of robotics and automation.
The Robotics and Automation 20 (Radio Control Focus) program develops students' understanding of radio-controlled systems, power sources, motor controllers, and actuators. It emphasizes safety, ethics, and the societal impact of robotics while incorporating hands-on experience in 3D CAD, fabrication, and 3D printing. Students explore transmission and reception systems, drive mechanisms, and drone operation. Project management and work-study opportunities further prepare students for careers in robotics and automation, providing practical skills in designing, constructing, and controlling robotic and automated devices.
The Robotics and Automation 30 (Radio Control Focus) program builds on previous levels with advanced skills in troubleshooting, circuit design, and CNC manufacturing. Students gain expertise in customizing transmitters, working with stepper motors, and designing and controlling drones. Hands-on learning includes multi-part device fabrication, 3D printing, and fluid power systems. Project management skills are emphasized through the completion of a complex robotics or automation project. Work-study opportunities and career research help students transition into robotics-related fields in Saskatchewan, Canada, and beyond.