Sapphires

PROGRAMMIG

Unit 1: Introduction to Programming 

• Objectives/Topics Covered:

  • Understanding programming basics

  • Introduction to commands and functions

  • Exploring the role of computers in daily life

• Example Assignments/Labs:

  • Implementing commands with Karel the Dog

  • Writing functions to solve specific tasks (e.g., building a pyramid with Karel)

  • Reflecting on computer usage in everyday scenarios

Unit 2: Functions

• Objectives/Topics Covered:

  • Advanced functions and top-down design

• Example Assignments/Labs:

  • Using functions to solve complex problems (e.g., creating towers with Karel)

  • Applying top-down design principles to break down large problems

Unit 3: Super Karel and For Loops 

• Objectives/Topics Covered:

  • Commenting code effectively

  • Introducing Super Karel and For Loops

• Example Assignments/Labs:

  • Enhancing code readability through comments

  • Implementing loops and advanced Karel functionalities

Robotics Fundamentals 

• Objectives/Topics Covered:

  • Mechanics: Gears, sprockets, chains, and pulleys

  • Understanding speed, torque, and their relationships

• Projects:

  • Cube collector robot

  • Full volume game robot

  • Driving Robot

PROGRAMMIG 

Unit 4: If Statements 

• Objectives/Topics Covered:

  • Understanding conditional statements

• Example Assignments/Labs:

  • Implementing If/Else statements to control program flow

Unit 5: While Loops 

• Objectives/Topics Covered:

  • Introduction to While Loops

• Example Assignments/Labs:

  • Using While Loops to execute code based on conditions

Unit 6: Control Structures

• Objectives/Topics Covered:

  • Exploring different control structures

  • Emphasizing code indentation for readability

• Example Assignments/Labs:

  • Solving real-world problems with control structures

  • Practicing proper code indentation techniques

Unit 7: Karel Challenges

• Objectives/Topics Covered:

  • Applying all learned concepts to solve complex challenges

• Example Assignments/Labs:

  • Engaging in advanced problem-solving exercises with Karel

Unit 8: Final Project 

• Objectives/Topics Covered:

  • Collaborative brainstorming and pseudocoding

• Assignments/Labs:

  • Students develop and present a comprehensive Karel program

Robotics Fundamentals 

• Objectives/Topics Covered:

  • Exploring various sensors (touch, LED, optical, bumperswitch)

  • Connecting brain (microcontroller) with programming

• Projects:

  • Traffic lights simulation

  • Elevator mechanism

  • Treasure hunt robot

  • Vex game robot of 2024-2025

  • Driving robot