Computing with Arduino

Age Group11-15 years
Course Duration12 hours
Session Duration1 hour
CompletionYes
Sessions12 Sessions
FrequencySelf-Paced
Course Valid Till
Forever

About The Course

Some students find robotics and electronics interesting but intimidating. Others wait for the “right age” to start learning about the latest technologies. But curiosity, interest and a little support are all you need to get started and satisfy your love for technology. So, if you are interested in electronics, robotics and coding and are curious to know how huge technical projects are created from scratch, welcome onboard to learn these the fun way!

In this course of Computing with Arduino, you will be introduced to the fascinating world of electronics and robotics through the Arduino simulation platform. You will learn how robot circuits are designed and operated. You will also learn how intelligent robots are programmed through coding and test the robot’s knowledge in a simulation environment.

With 100+ practice exercises, you will test and build circuits and code simulation-based projects to gain a deeper understanding of hardware in terms of input and output devices. You will be introduced to the applications of C++ coding in robotics. You will also be exposed to a variety of sensors, such as tilt sensors, ultrasonic sensors, temperature sensors and so on, and their applications in robotics and other real-world applications.

In this course, you will also be given in-depth coding practice in core coding concepts, such as conditional statements, looping constructs, functions and objects.

Automatic Traffic Light Simulator
Intruder Alarming System
Password Genie
Smoke Safety
Temperature Monitoring System
Light Fader Automation . . . to name a few

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for students aged 11–15 who are keen on experimenting with robotics and coding and have a passion for technology.

Course Objectives

The Computing with Arduino course will help you:

Understand how technical projects are created from scratch
Comprehend how robot circuits are designed and operated
Understand how intelligent robots are programmed through coding
Gain a deeper understanding of hardware in terms of input and output devices
Gain a deeper understanding of coding with essential concepts, such as conditions, loops and functions
Understand the applications of sensors in robotics and other real-world applications

Curriculum

Fun with Electronics

Introduction: Fun with Electronics
00:01:00

Overview of TinkerCAD and Creating an Account
00:02:00

Fun with Electronics
00:04:00

Practical 1: 1.5 V Battery
00:04:00

Practical 2: LED with 3 V Battery
00:02:00

Practical 3: LED with 9 V Battery and Resistor
00:05:00

Practical 4: Buzzer with 9 V Battery
00:03:00

Practical 5: Slide Switch
00:04:00

Practical 6: Push Switch
00:03:00

Practical 7: LED on Breadboard
00:05:00

Practical 8: LED 9 V Battery, Slide Switch and Resistor on Breadboard
00:02:00

Fun with Electronics (Quiz)
00:10:00

Programmable Electronics with Arduino

Introduction: Programmable Electronics with Arduino
00:01:00

Arduino Microcontroller
00:11:00

Practical 1: Turning ON/OFF On-Board LED
00:06:00

Practical 2: Blink On-Board LED
00:03:00

Practical 3: Blinking External LED
00:02:00

Practical 4: Controlling Two External LEDs Alternately
00:04:00

Practical 5: Traffic Light Project
00:05:00

Programmable Electronics with Arduino (Quiz)
00:10:00

The World of Output Devices

Introduction: The World of Output Devices
00:01:00

Buzzer Theory
00:02:00

Turning Buzzer ON/OFF
00:03:00

Beep Buzzer (With Delay)
00:02:00

Motor Theory
00:04:00

DC and BO Motor with 1.5 V
00:04:00

DC and BO Motor with 3 V
00:03:00

DC and BO Motor with 9 V
00:02:00

Motors with Arduino
00:05:00

Seven Segment Theory
00:03:00

Code Seven Segment with Arduino
00:15:00

The World of Output Devices (Quiz)
00:10:00

Logic and Arithmetic with Arduino

Introduction: Logic and Arithmetic with Arduino
00:01:00

Serial Communication
00:02:00

Printing “hello world” on the Serial Monitor
00:03:00

LED Commentary
00:04:00

Theory on Variables, Conditional Statements and Operators
00:05:00

Counting Numbers
00:06:00

Jumping Numbers
00:01:00

Multiplication
00:04:00

Countdown
00:09:00

Logic and Arithmetic with Arduino (Quiz)
00:10:00

The World of Inputs

Introduction: The World of Input Devices
00:01:00

Input Devices
00:02:00

Read Switch State
00:06:00

Controlling an LED with a Push Button
00:05:00

Doorbell Project
00:01:00

Multiple Inputs
00:07:00

LED with Variables
00:08:00

The World of Input Devices (Quiz)
00:10:00

Playing with Sensors

Introduction: Playing with Sensors
00:01:00

Light Sensor
00:05:00

Reading LDR Sensor Values
00:04:00

Glow in the Dark
00:03:00

Tilt Sensor
00:02:00

Sensor Read
00:06:00

Tilt Indicators
00:04:00

Tilt with Motor
00:03:00

Playing with Sensors (Quiz)
00:10:00

Servo Magic

Introduction: Servo Magic
00:01:00

Servo Motor
00:07:00

Servo Angle Control
00:07:00

Sweep Movement
00:07:00

Servo Double Sweep
00:04:00

Servo Gate Controller
00:05:00

Servo Magic (Quiz)
00:10:00

Going Ultrasonic

Introduction: Going Ultrasonic
00:01:00

Ultrasonic Sensor
00:03:00

Distance Measurement
00:13:00

Range Indicator Project
00:08:00

Social Distancing Alarm
00:05:00

Going Ultrasonic (Quiz)
00:10:00

Dancer and Dimmer

Introduction: Dancer and Dimmer
00:01:00

Analog World
00:05:00

LED Analog Control
00:03:00

Wiper Dimmer
00:10:00

Dancer with Knob Range
00:09:00

Dancer and Dimmer (Quiz)
00:10:00

Code with Functions

Introduction: Code with Functions
00:01:00

Functions Overview
00:04:00

LED Blink with Functions
00:03:00

Seven Segment with Functions
00:06:00

LED with User Input
00:06:00

Password Genie
00:04:00

Code with Functions (Quiz)
00:10:00

What’s Hot and What’s Not?

Introduction: What’s Hot and What’s Not?
00:01:00

Temperature Sensor
00:03:00

Reading Temperature
00:08:00

Fire Indicator Project
00:07:00

What’s Hot and What’s Not? (Quiz)
00:10:00

Mega Project

Introduction: Mega Project
00:01:00

Mood Lights
00:08:00

LDR Automation
00:05:00

Alexa
00:03:00

Fire Alarm
00:07:00

Instructor

Science Kidz

Technology for Kids

Science Kidz, a firm with an active maker community, offers a platform to stimulate creativity and promote innovation in the areas of Electronics, Robotics and Physical Computing. The Engineers and Researchers at Science Kidz believe that learning should be enjoyable and engaging, with the intention of fostering creativity and nurturing and encouraging a creator mentality among kids. The mentors at Science Kidz have also earned awards as Coaches in various national and international Robotics competitions, where kids have presented innovative projects. With our wide variety of kit-based technology courses, we aim to make technology easily accessible to all and reveal the techno-creative spark within each child.