Computer Science and Robotics (Grades 9-12)

ÌýÌýFrequently Asked QuestionsÌý

June 8-18Ìý(NO CLASS on June 19; Online registration closes July 11. Call 303-492-7188 to register after this date.)
9:30am-3pm

July 13-23Ìý(NO CLASS on July 24; Online registration closes July 3. Call 303-492-7188 to register after this date.)
9:30am-3pm

$1,170 + $100 robot materials fee = $1,270
Location:ÌýATLAS InstituteÌý

Through hands-on experiments, programming design and development, we’ll learn the basics of robot motion, sensors, and control. Participants will have a chance to play with several robot platforms such as Cubelets, Sphero, Dot and Dash, Redbot, and more. We’ll get to use and take home our own SparkFun XRP, which includes a robot platform with a Raspberry Pi Pico W microcontroller. We’ll assemble our XRP robot and complete a set of experiments, ranging from learning how to maneuver our robot, to using sensors. We’ll participate in group activities to design, build, and demonstrate our own robot projects. Upon completion of this course, participants will have gained an understanding complex robot motion, sensing and control, as well as experience with mechanical and electrical design and construction of this unique robot.

Learning Objectives:Ìý

  • Describe the history of robotics, including their place in human industries and popular culture.
  • Construct an XRP robot and use programming (block and/or text based) skills to operate it.
  • Record how robots can sense and respond to their environment by programming them for simple tasks and evaluating the outcome.
  • Working with a team, apply robotics skills to complete a chosen design challenge.Ìý

What to Bring:ÌýWhile at Science Discovery, participants are expected to store their personal belongings in their backpack. Space is limited so please limit the number of personal items brought from home. All items should be labeled with the participant’s first and last name in case an item is misplaced.ÌýPlease send your child with the following each day:

  • A backpack (sized to fit your child) for carrying personal items and any camp materials they will be bringing home
  • Filled water bottle(s)
  • 1-2 snacks (or more), depending on the child's needs
  • A sack lunch that does not require refrigeration
  • Closed-toed shoes
  • A hair tie to hold back lengthy hair, if applicable
  • All camps spend a portion of each day outside. Please send your child with clothing appropriate for the daily forecasted weather (jacket, sweatshirt,Ìýrain poncho, etc.)
  • Optional: A mask or any additional Personal Protective Equipment the child wishes to utilize

​Grade Policy:ÌýCU Science Discovery serves students in grades K-12. Careful consideration is used to determine grade levels for all camps and classes. To provide the highest quality experience for all participants, it is necessary to adhere to the specified grade range for all camps and classes.

Cancellation and Transfer Policy:ÌýScience Discovery has designed its cancellation policy to minimize the number of camp and classÌýspots that are unused due to last-minute cancellations. Cancellations made more than 30 days prior to the start of the camp/class will incur a $35 administrative fee. NoÌýrefunds will be given for cancellations made within 30 days of the start of the camp/class. In the event that a camp/classÌýis cancelled by Science Discovery, registrants will receive a full refund.ÌýTransfer requests made up to 30 days prior to the start of a camp/class will incur a $15ÌýadministrativeÌýfee. Transfer requests made within 30Ìýdays of the start of a camp/class will incur a $35 administrative fee.