Robotics provides a powerful gateway for students to explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) through hands-on learning and creative problem-solving. By combining engineering design, coding, and innovation, students develop the skills needed to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven world.

This immersive course utilizes the LEGO Education Spike Prime ecosystem to introduce participants to robotics, engineering principles, computational thinking, and programming. Through practical challenges and collaborative projects, students will design, build, program, and test autonomous robotic systems while exploring real-world applications of robotics and automation.

Participants will work with motors, sensors, intelligent hubs, and coding environments to create innovative solutions that address authentic challenges related to smart cities, sustainability, and future technologies.

• Introduce participants to the fundamentals of educational robotics and engineering design.
• Develop computational thinking and programming skills through hands-on robotics activities.
• Familiarize students with LEGO Education Spike Prime hardware and software.
• Explore mechanical systems, sensors, and autonomous robotic behaviour.
• Encourage creativity, innovation, and teamwork through project-based learning.
• Strengthen problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Promote interest in STEM and future technology careers.

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the core components and functionality of the LEGO Spike Prime ecosystem.
• Design and construct robotic systems using engineering principles.
• Program autonomous robots using block-based and text-based coding environments.
• Utilize sensors to collect data and respond to environmental conditions.
• Apply iterative design processes to improve robotic solutions.
• Collaborate effectively in teams to solve engineering challenges.
• Demonstrate increased confidence in robotics, coding, and innovation.

• Secondary school students (12+)
• STEM-focused student groups
• Vocational education and training (VET) learners
• Beginners and intermediate learners interested in robotics
• Young people interested in engineering, coding, and technology

Day 1 – Introduction to Robotics and Spike Prime

• Introduction to robotics and STEAM education
• Exploring the LEGO Education Spike Prime ecosystem
• Understanding hubs, motors, sensors, and connectivity
• Building first robotic models
• Introduction to programming environments

Day 2 – Engineering Design and Robot Construction

• Mechanical design principles
• Gears, motion, stability, and structural design
• Building autonomous robotic systems
• Engineering challenges and testing
• Collaborative design activities

Day 3 – Programming and Sensor Integration

• Introduction to coding concepts
• Programming robot movement and behaviour
• Working with color, distance, and force sensors
• Data collection and decision-making processes
• Robot navigation activities

Day 4 – Advanced Robotics and Problem Solving

• Autonomous systems and intelligent behaviours
• Complex programming structures and algorithms
• Testing, debugging, and optimization
• Team-based robotics missions
• Project development workshops

Day 5 – Smart City and Sustainability Innovation Challenge

• Designing robotics solutions for smart cities and green energy applications
• Team project development and implementation
• Robot demonstrations and mission completion
• Project presentations and peer evaluation
• Course evaluation and certification ceremony