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We deliver lectures into your classroom
Lawrence
Technological University 21000
West Ten Mile Road, Southfield MI 48075, USA
Director: Jeff Sparling, Robofest Coordinator, [email protected] Head Instructor: CJ Chung, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Director of Robofest |
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Mission Statement
Lawrence Technological University�s Robofest Academy offers autonomous robotics classes for 5-12th grade students on-site with an extremely effective curriculum to learn science, engineering, technology, and mathematics concepts. The on-site classes are aiming to put theories into hands-on practice. After the class, students will be able to master technologies to participate in robot game and exhibition competitions such as Robofest.
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Unique Delivery Methodologies
� Lawrence Technological University professors, graduates, and students are teamed up to provide the on-site classes.
� The class can be either during a regular class or as an after-school class.
� In principle, we expect the costs will be covered by your school, but LTU and the hosting school may work together to find sponsors and/or grants to support the expense.
� Work together with school teachers to participate in robotics competitions and to continue to use the robotics curriculum in classes.
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Class size |
Max. 18 students (one robot kit per two students) |
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Total number of contact hours lead by Lawrence Tech instructors |
18 - 20 hours |
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Robot used |
LEGO Mindstorms or LEGO NXT. We recommend the new NXTs. Once purchased, kits can be re-used every year. The cost per NXT including software and extra sensors is around $300 at www.LegoEducation.com . Robots may be available for rent through Robofest office. |
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Class contents |
Math, Logic, Science, Engineering, and Computer Programming |
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Computer programming language |
� RCX-code, RoboLab, or NXT-G �for Middle Schools � NXT-G, NXC, or RobotC for High Schools |
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Class room requirements (you supply) |
One computer (laptop suggested) per two students. An LCD projector; carpet recommended; tables work better than desks, but are not required |
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Lawrence Tech Instructors |
One lead instructor and one assistance instructor (We have teams of Lawrence Technological University professors, graduates, and students to teach the class on site) |
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Cost of the instruction |
$3,000 (without LEGO robot kits) |
Last updated 9-10-08