Course+Requirements+Beginning+Robotics


 * CTE Exploring Robotics/STEM**


 * Instructors:**
 * Eileen Adair**: Rm. 109, 720-423-7103, eileen_adair@dpsk12.org
 * Matthew Spampinato**: Rm. 33, 720-423-7013, matthew_spampinato@dpsk12.org
 * Stacey Fornstrom**: Rm. 107, 720-423-7164, stacey_fornstrom@dspk12.org
 * Sara Andolsek**: Rm. 107, 720-423-7000, sara_andolsek@dpsk12.org

Credits: 5 per semester Prerequisite: Acceptance into CCT Magnet Grades: 9-12
 * Overview:**

In this dynamic technology class students get to work with Lego Mindstorms, Tetrix, and other robotics kits and components. Students learn basic programming with LabVIEW, and gain understanding in project management for robot construction and operation.

This could be the beginning for you in a new and exciting career pathway in one of the fastest growing industries in the world. Being part of this class will mean that you get to compete in the FIRST Tech and FIRST Robotics competitions (TJ has the largest robotics program in the state of Colorado!).

For more information check out the FIRST website: ([]) where you will find out more about the competition, the industry, and the class.

$50 Lab Fee. The lab fee is for equipment used in our curriculum that is not covered by the district. The equipment includes but is not limited to: robotics building supplies, competition fees, camcorders, headphones, microphones, videotape, wiring, and overall computer maintenance. If any student cannot afford the lab fee, see Mr. Spampinato, CCT department chair, for a waiver.
 * Materials**:

Much work will be done in the robotics lab, but it is necessary for you to bring school supplies (writing utensils, notebook, etc) with you every day.

//[|I Robot]//, by Isaac Asimov //[|The New Cool: A Visionary Teacher, His FIRST Robotics Team, and the Ultimate Battle of Smarts]//, by Neal Bascomb
 * Suggested Reading:**

Students are expected to be a successful part of the CCT program. Students must be in class and on time every day. Work missed because of excused absences can be made up according to school policy. Due to the intensive nature of this course, students can expect to spend some time after school working in the robotics lab, particularly as competitions draw near.
 * Student Expectations:**

Unit 1: Drive and Stop Unit 2: Obstacle Detection Unit 3: Follow the Line Unit 4: Robot Chassis Construction Unit 5: Basic Robot Programming Unit 6: Arm and Gripper Construction Unit 7: Arm, Gripper, and Robot Programming Unit 8: TETRIX® Obstacle Detection Unit 9: Line Following Unit 10: Final Wrap up
 * Course Robot Build Overview:**

During the 2014-15 school year, students in the Robotics class will have the opportunity to participate in FIRST Tech Challenge. We encourage students and parents to familiarize themselves with the whole FIRST Robotics program at: []/
 * Competitions:**

Due to the nature of this program, we highly encourage students to come in during office hours on Wednesdays since they cannot do lab work at home. Please see TJ student planner and listen to announcements for details about office hours.
 * Office Hours:**

Instructors will follow school policies for attendance, tardies, grades and electronic devices.
 * Policies:**

We will be forming a parent group for robotics, which will include volunteer opportunities for mentoring, fundraising, recruiting, evening supervision for club activities, refreshments, etc. If you are interested in participating on the parent support group, please contact matthew_spampinato@dpsk12.org.
 * Parent Volunteer Group:**

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