FTC SIM: Beyond Basics - Cracking Complex Codes (Gr. 4-8)

Description

Dive deeper into the world of robotics with a lesson designed to stretch your logical reasoning and sensor application skills to their limits. In this advanced journey, students will face intricate puzzles that require precise movements and the smart integration of various sensors and the robotic arm to navigate and manipulate their environment effectively. This lesson builds on foundational coding techniques, pushing students to develop innovative solutions and use advanced programming constructs. By tackling these complex challenges, students will refine their understanding of sensor technology, enhance their strategic thinking, and gain valuable insights into the collaborative potential of code and robotics hardware, preparing them for real-world robotics applications and competitions.

Learning Objectives

In the lesson, students will:

  • Understand and apply logical reasoning to solve complex puzzles in the FTC Simulator, integrating sensors and movement strategies.
  • Master advanced coding techniques, including conditional logic and loops, for precise robotic navigation and task execution.
  • Combine robotics principles, like sensor use and manipulative controls, to strategically achieve objectives in challenging scenarios.


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FTC SIM
FTC SIM

FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) SIM

FTC SIM is an exciting new game-based learning simulator that leads you from working with virtual robots to building them in real life! FIRST Robotics Canada’s FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) SIM offers students a virtual environment in which they can learn and apply programming skills to pre-designed FTC robots.