This program is designed to give students the opportunity to learn about physics and apply their knowledge to build and race their own Drones, RC cars and C02 dragsters. Through a series of lectures and hands-on activities, students will gain an understanding of the underlying principles of physics that govern the motion and performance of these vehicles. Once their drones, RC cars and dragsters are built, the students will have the opportunity to test and race their vehicles on a track, competing against each other to see whose vehicle is the fastest. Along the way, they will be able to make adjustments to their designs based on their performance and the results of their races.
This Program has the opportunity of concluding with a large event where parents are invited to come and watch! We'll provide photographers and Drone Pilots to record the event and put together a personalized video for the school that can be used for promotion!
Students will be given a thorough overview of the fundamental principles that govern the behavior of physical objects. This will include a study of Newton's laws of motion, which describe how objects respond to forces and how they change their motion over time. Students will also learn about the concepts of energy and momentum, which are key to understanding the performance of their RC cars and C02 dragsters. Students will engage in a variety of hands-on activities and experiments that will help them understand and apply these concepts in a practical setting. They will have the opportunity to observe and analyze the motion of objects, measure forces and energies, and apply their knowledge to the design and construction of their own RC cars and C02 dragsters.
In the building the drones, RC cars, and dragsters portion of this program, students will use the skills and knowledge they have gained to design and build their own vehicles. students will be encouraged to think critically and problem-solve as they consider factors such as aerodynamics, weight distribution, and the optimal placement of motors and batteries. They will also have the opportunity to test and refine their designs through a series of mock races and simulations, allowing them to see firsthand how different design choices affect the performance of their vehicles.
students will have the opportunity to put their vehicles to the test on the track. They will be able to race their drones, RC cars, and dragsters against each other, competing to see whose vehicle is the fastest. students will have the chance to experience the thrill of racing firsthand, while also applying the principles of physics and the skills they have learned in the design and construction process. They will be able to make adjustments to their designs based on their performance and the results of their races, allowing them to continue learning and improving even as they compete.
Students will gain valuable skills and expertise in:
Basic game concepts and
techniques
Problem solving
Teamwork and collaboration
Communication and presentation skills
Art and Technology
Mathematics
Science
Collaboration and Communication
Electrical engineer
Software developer
Robotics engineer
Computer scientist
Equipment Needed: Spike Essential kits however kits can be provided by us
Prerequire Skills: No prior programming or electronics skills are required. Although for students with backgrounds in these areas the course is able to scale for them
Duration: approximately 1 Term