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Unit 8 - Python Programming & IoT

Author: Jim Burnham - TopClown@STEAMClown.org. License: Distributed as Open Source.

While the other pages in this module show the different subjects, Linux, Python Lessons, & Raspberry PI hardware, and other specific groupings, this content will be in the order I actually teach the lessons and labs.

In this course, you will learn primarily Python, some Linux, work some hardware labs using Raspberry Pi and other Python-based Microcontrollers & Microprocessors. You will understand how to use Python to interact with the network and web pages. You will have some lessons and labs focused on the Internet of Things (IoT).

You'll work on developing programs and implementing them using both a browser interface as well as the Raspberry Pi console-based integrated development environment (IDE), and a graphical user interface (GUI) based interface. You'll work primarily with Python, but some other languages and interfaces will also be used.

You will also spend some time learning about and gaining experience in the best practices in software development, such as top-down design, object-oriented design, code debug, code validation, corner case testing, and technical/end-user documentation.

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Author: Jim Burnham - TopClown@STEAMClown.org. License: Distributed as Open Source.

I'm still working on this Unit... This will be developed and taught for the 2021-2022 school year... I hope...

Update: I'm teaching this Unit starting Jan 2022, so my plan is to keep it updated based on what I do in class. Which means that after each class, I'll need to remember to take a few minutes to update the page...

Note From Mr. Burnham AKA "jim The STEAM Clown":

Why another Python class? - I think the main reason for another Python class, is that you can never find just the right site, with just the right examples... or structured just the way you want it. Some are too hot and some are too cold... for me, I'm hoping this class is just right. :-)

I'm am targeting this class to Engineering High School students, and I want to run my class a certain way, with lessons that are a specific length and complexity... While there are some AWESOME programming sites out there, I wanted a class I could point my students to, that was organized around my Mechatronics Engineering Python Units.

Believe me, I'm going to beg, borrow and "steal" any good code and point to sites that help me teach my students Python.

So, Sorry for another site and class for learning Python, Linux & Raspberry Pi or Jetson Nano. Not Sorry...

Unit: Programming - Python & IOT
- Module: Python & IOT Introduction
This is a LEARNING & DOING : Lesson / Lab

Last Revised: Dec. 17, 2022 - Authored: Dec. 28, 2020
Original Author: Jim Burnham - TopClown@STEAMClown.org
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Learning Objective:

This Raspberry Pi & Python Unit is intended to introduce students not just the syntax of coding, but to the concept of Design Thinking when playing with a Raspberry Pi or planning and writing a Python Program.

Module Scope:

Introduction to the Python Programming Language
Description of best practices for creating and writing a Program
Present Tips and Tricks to Apply Scientific Methods, fundamental principles of computer science to design Top Down, modular and reusable Python code

Learning Targets:

Inspire Life Long Learning by applying concepts like Design Thinking and Computational Thinking, Top Down Design and step by step Problem Decomposition and Debugging using Python
Students will be able to demonstrate a basic, but fundamental knowledge of setting up, configuring, and connecting a Raspberry Pi to the physical world
Students show they can solve Python coding exercises and problems requiring the writing of well-documented programs in the Python language

Prior Knowledge or Prerequisites:

No explicit prerequisite course work or coding knowledge is required, but students are expected to have a good understanding of basic computer principles.
You will need to have access to a Raspberry Pi, Jetson Nano or personal computer so you can write programs and do the lab assignments and the final project. Python runs on Windows, Mac OS X, Chromebooks, and Linux, so almost any computer will do.
Access to a Python capable device - In class, we'll be showing programming examples on a Raspberry Pi, Clue, Jetson Nano, or other micrprocessor/controller using the Python IDLE application or working inside a Terminal window. We'll be using Python 3 in this course.

Resources & Materials Needed:

PC, Laptop or Other device to access the Python IDE
Each lesson will have specific items needed to complete the labs and tasks

Prerequisites:

No explicit prerequisite course work or coding knowledge is required, but students are expected to have a good understanding of basic computer principles. You will need to have access to a Raspberry Pi or personal computer so you can write programs and do the lab assignments and the final project. Python runs on Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux, so almost any computer will do.
Access to a Raspberry Pi - In class, we'll be showing programming examples on a Raspberry Pi, using the Python IDLE application or working inside a Terminal window. We'll be using Python 3 in this course.

Caution & Safety Considerations:

Primer: "Aaron, I can imagine no way in which this thing could be considered anywhere remotely close to safe. All I know is I spent six hours in there and I'm still alive... You still want to do it?"

As with any activity, please make sure you are using appropriate safety equipment. If you are coding, writing, reading, or working a lab, make sure you stand up and stretch every hour or so, Please consider any safety issues connecting to a Raspberry Pi, Arduino, computers and other electronic equipment.

Python & Internet of Things (IoT) - Lessons, Lectures, Labs:

Sid Bar for Teachers: This Unit and lessons are really about how I teach Python in my class. Many of the lessons might be specific to my class, but you could probably adjust them for your class. I'll try to make them a neutral as I can, so they can be used in any Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or any other Engineering / Technology class. Let me know how I can make that better. I'll try to keep this unit current and relevant. Please give me feedback, and let me know if any resource links are broken or not accessible. Use this email link to give me feedback on this module @ TopClown@STEAMClown.org

Getting Started - Introductions

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Reference, Attribution & Resources:

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The content on this site may have been pulled from other open source sites, but typically the interpretation and presentation is primarily the Intellectual Property of Jim Burnham, - TopClown@STEAMClown.org at www.steamclown.org and the Student curriculum can be found under the specific Mechatronics Engineering Units section of this web site.
If you do use my material, and make changes, I would appreciate getting a copy... because if you are making changes, it means that you think there is a better way to teach this… and I would really appreciate understanding that. Please send me feedback on my Questions or Feedback form. Please don’t hesitate to ask questions or comment.
You also should keep and include my STEAM Clown Logo and Copyright in any derivative works you create. I would appreciate if you would include one of these images found on my Steam Clown License page and link it to www.steamclown.org

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Reference Text Book - Basic College Mathematics with Early Integers 4th edition - Elayn Martin-Gay - University of New Orleans - Pearson
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How I Teach This Unit

Unit 8 - Python Programming & IoT

Construction Zone:

I'm still working on this Unit... This will be developed and taught for the 2021-2022 school year... I hope...

License - "Be A Hero"... Distribute Your Content As Open Source... That Is What I'm Doing...

Learning Objective:

Prerequisites:

Caution & Safety Considerations:

Python & Internet of Things (IoT) - Lessons, Lectures, Labs:

Getting Started - Introductions

Construction Zone:

I'm still working on this Unit... This will be developed and taught for the 2021-2022 school year... I hope...

Mechatronics Engineering Introduction - <topic>

Reference, Attribution & Resources:

License - "Be A Hero"... Distribute Your Content As Open Source... That Is What I'm Doing...

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Standards Alignments & Objectives:

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