Robotics Academy Certified Training for LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 (Online)
This course uses the LEGO MINDSTORM EV3 hardware and software (not included with tuition). You can also use the Virtual Robot curriculum as well (free access for participants) if you do not have access to a LEGO EV3 robot.
This LEGO EV3 Training course focuses on learning how to program the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 robot using the new Scratch-based EV3 Classroom software.
The course also covers how to use robotics as an organizer to teach CS-STEM (Computer Science, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) concepts. A headset is highly recommended in order to participate in the course.
Our courses are designed around the National Research Council Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), Common Core Mathematics Standards (CCSS), the College Board Computer Science Principles (CSP) Framework, and the International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA) Standards. Attendees will have the opportunity to earn Continuing Education Hours (ACT for PA residents) and a Certificate of Completion by completing various assignments throughout the course.
This LEGO EV3 Training course is best suited for teachers and coaches with little or no programming experience who would like to learn both the fundamentals of EV3 programming and pedagogy associated with the accompanying STEM concepts. However, teachers with programming and robotics experience will find the class valuable for its focus on the EV3 language specifically, practice in troubleshooting student errors, and STEM integration aspects.
Syllabus
Session 1: Introduction
- Course Concepts- Pedagogy
- Course Logistics
- EV3 Classroom software
- Downloading and Running Code
- Virtual EV3 course and CS2N
Session 2: Moving, Mathematics and Sensors
– MINDSTORMS Hardware– EV3 Programs
– Robot Math: Proportionality and Movement
– Movement and Turning
– My Blocks
– Movement Challenges
– Touch Sensor
Session 3: Robot Sensors (Continued)
– What is a robot?
– Touch, Ultrasonic, Light, and Sound Sensors
– Program Flow
– Robot Decision Making: “Wait for…” Behaviors
– Sensor Challenges
Session 4: Decision Making
– Loops
– If-Else/Decisions
– Repeated Decisions: Discrete
– Repeated Decisions: Continuous
– Obstacle Detection and Line Following
Session 5: Planning and Troubleshooting
– Troubleshooting for Student Understanding
– Planning, Pseudocode, and Process
– Search and Rescue Challenge
– Using CS2N for our Classrooms
The following items are needed in order to take this course:
- LEGO EV3 Robot Kit ( ***
- * If you do not have access to a physical EV3 robot, you can also use the Virtual EV3 (included with registration) for the course!
- LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 Programming (Scratch-based Classroom Software)
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**Please note that if you are on a Mac computer, the EV3 Classroom software is only compatible with Mac OSX "Catalina" or newer. It is also available on most other devices (Windows, Chromebook, iPad, Android)
Computer System Requirements
– Windows® 10 or later / Mac® OSX 10.15 or later
– Internet Browser (latest versions)
– Available USB port for robot
– Headset or microphone (to join in on the discussions!)
– Broadband internet connection
Additional Materials
– Black electrical tape
– Hard, flat, blank surface approximately 4′ x 4′ in size.
– Yard or Meter stick
– Hardcover books (or other objects to act as obstacles)
– Colored items (to use with color sensor)
Tuition Cost - $299
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Upon Completion
– ACT 48 credits / 36 hours per class (for Pennsylvania teachers only)
– Certificate of Completion of course ‘graduates’ – may be used to apply for Continuing Education hours
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Certificate of Completion Requirements
To earn the Certification, class attendees must complete all homework assignments to the satisfaction of the instructor and pass the certification exam.
Class Eligibility
Classes at the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy are available to individuals who are at least 18 years of age. 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.
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Refunds
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