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With a focus on coding, mechanical systems, and engineering design, students tackle a range of emergency missions using high-tech ground and air robots (drones). Students are introduced to coding using block code and/or Python programming with both land- and air-based robots.

Through a series of challenges that centre around Australian emergency response situations, students will be encouraged to use creative thinking and collaboration to produce solutions that fulfill a user brief. Students will use robot sensor inputs and explore how robots make decisions. They will also explore the potential benefits and drawbacks of mechanical outputs and movements. By the end of this fast-paced introduction to coding, students will have experienced the advantages of using Design Thinking and working collaboratively while rapid prototyping.

Learning
Program Overview

Duration
1 Day
Year Level
7-10, VCE, VCE VM
Location
Bendigo Tech School
Curriculum Focus
  • Digital Technologies
  • Science
  • Mathematics
  • Critical and Creative Thinking
Technology Utilised
  • Drones, DJI RoboMaster, LegoMindstorms EV3/Spheros
Student Outcomes
  • Program a robot in a group using block-code software or Python.
  • Explore how robots are being used in rescue services industry.
  • Demonstrate understanding of the Design Thinking model as a creative problem-solving tool.
Industry Links
  • Mining, Transport and Logistics
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