Project Overview
Y11 Digital Technology Electronics: - Arduino & Robot movement
In this project, students design and build a simple robot that can move using basic electronic
components and programming.
The focus is on developing hands-on skills in electronics, including assembling circuits, wiring motors,
and using sensors for navigation. Students explore robot movement through tasks like line-following,
obstacle avoidance,
or controlled motion, applying concepts such as voltage, current, and motor control.
The project encourages creativity and problem-solving as students customize their robots' functionality
and appearance.
Aligned with New Zealand's Digital Technologies Curriculum, it provides practical experience in a fun,
engaging way,
typically spanning several weeks of classroom activities.
Learning Objectives
- · Understand the principles of robot movement, including motor control and sensor integration.
- · Develop skills in assembling and soldering electronic circuits for robotic applications.
- · Learn to program basic robot behaviors, such as line-following or obstacle avoidance, using simple coding platforms.
- · Apply knowledge of voltage, current, and resistance to design functional robot circuits.
- · Enhance problem-solving and troubleshooting skills by testing and refining robot performance.
- · Foster creativity and attention to detail through decorating and personalizing the nightlight house.
- · Foster creativity through designing and personalizing robot aesthetics and functionality.
- · Build teamwork and communication skills through collaborative project work.
