- Written by gearbots
- Published: 13 Nov 2017
Registration is now open for our Jan-Mar 2021 course
Once our students have complete the introduction to coding/robotics module, they start to learn more advanced "Maker" skills. This is considered STEP TWO of our Jr. Makerspace program. Here is the Maker Menu items we are currently supporting:
- Note: Extra equipment fees are required for this step.
COVID-19 Virtual Program
Cost: $200 CND + GST
- Extra fees will be required depending on which option(s) is/are selected
When: Tuesdays and/or Thursdays from 4pm to 6pm (2 hours per week)
Length: 7 week program - 14 hours
Virtual Program Requirements: Each participant must provide/have a laptop/desktop computer, Zoom account, personal Gmail account to access our google classroom
To register, visit our registration link
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Maker Menu Breakdown:
Introduction to TinkerCAD - 3D printer - original design
Introduction to Inkscape - Laser cutter - original design
Introduction to the MicroBit
Freenove Ultimate Starter Kit @ $79.95 CND
- (parents must purchase)
Introduction to Arduino Uno
Elegoo Uno Smart Car Kit Kit 4.0 @ $93.99 CND
- (parents must purchase)
Introduction to Game Design
- (https://www.yoyogames.com/get - parents purchase a "creator" account from YoYo games)
- This module is required for joining the STEM Academy Game Design cohort
Other options: Coding languages - Scratch, Blockly, JavaScript, Python, Arduino IDE), MakeBlock, Raspberry Pi kit, Learn to MOD - Minecraft, MakeyMakey, OttoBot, Edison robot, Strawbees QuickBot, MakeDo, SumoBot project, ElecFreak kits, Kano, Piper, Arduino Mega 2560 kit, build your own autonomous robot and robotic arm build project, learning to solder etc.