Business:
Computer Programming 1
Computer Programming 2
Business Dept.
Technology Dept.
PLTW:
Computer Science Principles
Intro to Engineering Design
Principles of Engineering
Computer Integrated Mfg
Click VEX EDR Logo for VEX Educational Robotics Curriculum and Resources
Robotics, Engineering & Programming Curriculum
Robotics 2 1st semester, 1 credit Course #:5610 C2 Grades: 9,10,11,12
Prerequisite: Robotics 1 Instructor: Mr. Kappes
In Robotics 1, students will build and autonomously program fully sensor-integrated VEX Clawbot robots. Using C-based programming, robot behaviors will be optimized to perform a variety of tasks and challenges in the both the virtual and real-world environments. In addition, students will experiment with teleoperation for real-time, human control of the robots. Topics include: basic robotic structure, computer fundamentals, programming, sensor integration and applications, robotics simulation, controls, and troubleshooting sequences and processes.
Activities Include: Robot Assembly and Configuration, Cortex and Controller Mapping, C-based Programming, Computer Simulations, Various Physical Robotic Challenges, and Sensor Applications Including: Limit Switches, Sonar, Line Trackers, Potentiometers, Encoders, and Photo Cells.
Engineering Dept.
Robotics 1 (RDI 1) 1 semester, 1 credit
Course #: 5610 C Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Passed Algebra 1 with C+ Instructor: Mr. Kappes
In Robotics 1, students will build and autonomously program fully sensor-integrated VEX Clawbot robots. Using C-based programming, robot behaviors will be optimized to perform a variety of tasks and challenges in the both the virtual and real-world environments. In addition, students will experiment with teleoperation
for real-time, human control of the robots. Topics include: basic robotic structure, computer fundamentals, programming, sensor integration and applications, robotics simulation, controls, and troubleshooting sequences and processes.
Activities Include: Robot Assembly and Configuration, Cortex and Controller Mapping, C-based Programming, Computer Simulations, Various Physical Robotic Challenges, and Sensor Applications Including: Limit Switches, Sonar, Line Trackers, Potentiometers, Encoders, and Photo Cells.
Portage High School: 4-Year Robotics Pathway, Course Descriptions
Advanced Robotics 2 2 semester, 2 credit Course #: 5612 AB Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Robotics 1 & 2, Advanced Robotics 1 Instructor: Mr. Kappes
In the capstone course for the Robotics pathway, students will continue on as a participating member of the award-winning robotics team The Porta-Botz! and all of its requirements. Students will engage in active learning, critical thinking, and problem solving through advanced robotic procedures and processes. Students will learn to program industrial robots, as well as strategies for improving efficiency through automation. Students will study basic computer numerical controlled (CNC) machining and will combine automation and CNC machining to perform common industrial tasks. In addition, students will also take field trips to local industry and apply knowledge to real world situations to create working solutions.
Activities Include: Engineering Design Process and Documentation, Research and Brainstorming, CAD Drawings, Advanced Robot Design, Fabrication, Sensor Integration, Autonomous Programming, CNC Programming, CNC Milling and Routing, Industrial Robotic Arm Applications, and Manufacturing Work Cell Development.
Portage, IN
rOBOTICS
Check out our Robotics Related for Course Offerings
Portage High School
has to offer!
Recommended courses for students
interested in a
Robotics & Automation educational pathway:
Advanced Robotics 1 2 semester, 2 credit Course #: 5612 AB Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Robotics 1 & 2, and Instructor Approval Instructor: Mr. Kappes
In this year-long course, students will conduct an in-depth application of robotics principles and automation. Applying the Engineering Design Process, student teams will research, design, fabricate, test, and optimize task oriented robots in a project-based learning environment. Topics cover robotic principles and theory, applications, design, structure, sensor and actuator interfacing, and C-based robot programming. Students will use Computer Aided Design (CAD) software to produce robot models. Teams will communicate project documentation and justify their robotic designs to a panel of engineers. Members of this class form the core of the school’s award winning, competitive robotics team, the Porta-Botz! After school practices, weekend competitions, fundraising participation, and the promotion of STEM and Robotics education in the community through mentorship opportunities are required.
Activities Include: Engineering Design Process and Documentation, Research and Brainstorming, CAD Drawings, Advanced Robot Design, Fabrication and Applications, Sensor Integration, Autonomous Programming, Driver Control, Engineering Presentations, and Compete in VEX Robotics Tournaments.