• Understand the fundamentals of robotics and the engineering design process.
• Learn about the structure and rules of the FIRST Robotics Competition.
• Develop skills in mechanical design, electrical systems, and programming.
• Gain experience in teamwork, project management, and problem-solving.
• Prepare for participation in FRC competitions.

• Introduction to FRC and Robotics
  • Overview of FIRST Robotics Competition
  • History and impact of FRC
  • Basic concepts in robotics

• Mechanical Design and CAD

• • Principles of mechanical design
  • Introduction to Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software
  • Creating and interpreting engineering drawings

• Electrical Systems and Wiring

• • Basics of electrical circuits and components
  • Wiring and soldering techniques
  • Safety protocols and procedures

• Programming and Control Systems

• • Introduction to programming languages used in FRC (Java, LabVIEW, C++)
  • Writing and debugging code
  • Integrating sensors and actuators

• Teamwork and Project Management

• • Roles and responsibilities in an FRC team
  • Effective communication and collaboration
  • Time management and project planning

• Hands-on Robot Building and Testing

• • Building the robot chassis and drivetrain
  • Installing and configuring electrical components
  • Programming the robot for autonomous and teleoperated modes
  • Testing and troubleshooting

• Competition Preparation and Strategy

• • Understanding the FRC game and scoring system
  • Developing a competition strategy
  • Preparing for robot inspections and practice matches

• Ethics and Gracious Professionalism

• • Importance of ethics in engineering and competition
  • Principles of Gracious Professionalism and Coopertition®
  • Promoting a positive and inclusive team culture

The course will focus on providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the engineering design process, from concept to competition-ready robot. Special emphasis will be placed on teamwork and collaboration, as well as the integration of mechanical, electrical, and programming skills to create functional and competitive robots.

• Quizzes and exams to test theoretical knowledge
• Practical assessments on robot building and programming
• Team projects and presentations
• Participation in mock competitions and practice matches

• Basic understanding of mathematics and physics
• Interest in engineering and robotics