- Overview of Wokwi and its simulation environment.
- Understanding current, voltage, and energy concepts.
- Hands-on activity: Creating a basic circuit with a battery and LED.
- Experimenting with different circuit components.
- Assignment: Create a basic LED circuit on Wokwi.
About Program
This course is designed to introduce children to the exciting world of robotics through hands-on activities and projects. Over the span of a few weeks, students will learn fundamental concepts of electronics, programming, and robotics using the Wokwi platform and Arduino. They will progressively advance from basic circuit control to building and programming their own automation projects and launching simple science-based experiments.
In Collaboration with Information Technology University (ITU)
Course Outline
Lecture 1: Introduction to Wokwi & Basic Electronics
Lecture 2: Arduino Basics & LED Control
Lecture 3: Sensor-Based Automation & Home Appliances Control
- Introduction to sensors (LDR, humidity, gas).
- Using relays to control appliances like fans and lights.
- Hands-on project: Controlling a home appliance using a TV remote. Assignment: Implement an automated plant management system using a humidity sensor and LDR.
Lecture 4: Security & Safety Systems
- Introduction to gas, motion, and ultrasonic sensors.
- Hands-on project: Creating a security alarm system using ultrasonic and motion sensors.
- Hands-on project: Developing a gas leak alarm system. Assignment:Implement an automatic lighting system using a motion sensor.
Lecture 5: Advanced Sensor-Based Automation
- Integrating multiple sensors for smart automation.
- Hands-on project: Rain detection system for automated actions.
- Hands-on project: Enhancing home security with ultrasonic and humidity sensors. Assignment: Develop a system that triggers an alert based on multiple sensor readings.
Lecture 6: Car Chassis & Motor Control
- Adding final features and polish
- Finalizing games
- Showcasing completed projects
- Peer feedback and presentation
Lecture 7: Water and Air Pressure Rocket
- Project: Water Bottle Rocket – Use a plastic bottle, water, and air pressure to launch a homemade rocket.
- Activity: Experiment with different water levels & air pressure to see how high the rocket goes. Assignment: Try different bottle sizes at home and record the results.
Lecture 8: Final Project & Showcase
- Students finalize their projects.
- Testing and debugging.
- Demonstration of key projects.
- Discussion on future advancements in automation and Arduino. Final Assignment: Present and demonstrate a complete automation project.