Robotics Academy Certified Training for the Arduino (Parallax Shieldbot, On-site)
In this 5-day face-to-face teacher training, you will work with the world leaders in robotics education to learn how to teach using the Arduino with the Parallax Shieldbot. Tuition includes a free Shieldbot from Parallax and access to CS2N and Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Training Materials.
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This training course is designed for educators who wish to teach robotics and STEM concepts using the Arduino microcontroller. The course offers a range of benefits, including hands-on learning with practical and problem-solving exercises that align with robotics technicians' knowledge, skills, and attitudes. This course is endorsed by the , and allows certified educators to offer SMART Robotics Technician Certifications to their students.
The course is particularly well-suited for teachers and coaches who are new to programming, robotics, and embedded systems and wish to learn these fundamentals as well as the pedagogy associated with STEM concepts. Experienced teachers with programming and robotics backgrounds will also benefit from the course, especially with its focus on the Arduino microcontroller, hands-on practice in troubleshooting student errors, and integration of STEM concepts.
Educators will learn how to leverage our research-based curricula including Robotics Integration with Shieldbot (Arduino), as well as Software Foundations with Shieldbot (Arduino) in their own classrooms. Upon completion of the training, participants will receive a certificate of completion stating 36 professional development hours in areas including robotics and coding.
Supporting Makerspaces
The course offers significant value to makerspaces looking to expand their offerings. By incorporating the course, makerspaces can provide their members with the opportunity to learn about robotics and STEM concepts in a hands-on, interactive environment. Educators who complete the course can then serve as valuable resources within the makerspace, helping to develop and lead robotics and STEM-related workshops, classes, and projects.
By taking this course, educators can customize their learning to suit their own teaching style and goals. Additionally, they will have the opportunity to connect and network with other educators in the field of robotics and STEM education, share ideas and best practices, and build a supportive community. Ultimately, the course empowers educators to effectively teach robotics and STEM concepts, helping their students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork skills that are essential for success in the 21st-century workforce. By taking this course, educators can make a difference in the lives of their students and prepare them for a bright future.
Teacher AND Student Certifications Included!
Enrollment in this training now includes Certification for the participating educator AND five of their students, valued at $1,000. Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Certifications serve as continuing education credits for the educator and provide their students with evidence of learning gains in robotics and coding. Certifications as part of our SMART Robotics Technician Program are endorsed by the ARM Institute.
Tentative Schedule
We are currently accepting waitlist applicants for this training. Once we have enough interest, we will formally open the session. If you're interested, we encourage you to join the waitlist to secure your spot.
Tentative 2025 Onsite Schedule
- July 14th – 18th, 2025
Sessions Monday through Thursday start at 9:00 AM and end at 3:30 PM. Class ends Friday at noon. Lunch is provided from Monday to Thursday, but other meals, transportation, and lodging are not included.
*All training participants must be at least 18 years old.
Curricular Resources
Syllabus
Session 1: Technology Testbed
- Arduino Platform
- Software
- Simple Arduino Sketches
- Shieldbot & Parallax Board of Education Shield
Session 2: Shieldbot & Open-loop Navigation
- Assembly diagrams
- Subsystems
- Open-loop (timed) movements
- Modifying programs
- Modifying mechanisms
Session 3: Robotic Navigation
- Sensor module: Pixycam
- Sensing vs. Perception
- 2D coordinate systems
- Pseudocoding: Planning programs
- Writing programs
- Self-parking
Session 4/5: Sensors and Signals
- Electricity and signals
- Digital vs. Analog Inputs
- Whisker switches
- Electricity, conductivity, and sensing
- Phototransistor
- Light: Intensity
- Analog signals
- IR detector
- Light: Frequency
- Digital signals
- Checking for interference
- Multi-sensor navigation
All participants will be provided with a FREE take-home Parallax Shieldbot.
Robot Shield with Arduino
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Tuition Cost - $1,299
Tuition includes 5 days of onsite training and use of Robotic Academy’s computers, robot kits, curriculum, and programming software during the week. You do not need to purchase any hardware or software for this course. Lunch is provided as part of tuition Monday through Thursday.
Upon Completion
- 36 ACT 48 credits for Pennsylvania teachers
- Opportunity to earn a Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Certification stating 36 hours of professional development
- A Certificate of Completion that may also be used to apply for Continuing Education hours
Policies
Class Eligibility
Classes at the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy are available to individuals who are at least 18 years of age to enroll. The Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy reserves the right to restrict, suspend or terminate any student for violation of these policies. In consideration of your involvement with the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy, you agree to provide true, accurate and current information about yourself when you register. If you provide any information that is inaccurate or if the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy has reasonable grounds to suspect the information is inaccurate, the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy has the right to terminate your account.
Payment
Purchasing a seat gives access to one participant only. Resources distributed as part of the class are for use of the participant only. Purchase Orders are also acceptable. Please contact the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy at for information about registering for the course and payment for the course. Please email if you have questions about the content of the course.
Refunds
The Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy will offer partial refunds for tuition expenses only if class registrants contact us prior to the class filling up. To be fair to the registrants in the sessions, we cannot give refunds once a class is full.
Copyrighted Class Material
All course documents are owned by the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy. These materials may not be reprinted in any form except those specified for instructional purposes. The course documents and presentations may be displayed and printed for personal, non-commercial use only. Only students registered for this course may access this material. The Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy makes every effort to provide accurate and up-to-date content. However, we have no liability for the accuracy, content, or accessibility of the hyperlinks included with class material.
Use of Student Material
The Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy reserves the right to use coursework done by students for the purpose of advancing the educational mission of the Academy. When this occurs, students will be given the option to have their name credited to the material. This includes, but is not limited to, text, graphics, multimedia and other material created as part of the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy online course assignments.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy harmless from any and all losses, actions, controversies, suits, demands, claims, liabilities or any causes of action whatsoever. You expressly agree that the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy is not responsible or liable for any infringement of another’s rights, including intellectual property rights.
Note: Policies are subjected to occasional revisions.