Mission Robotics
Your cosmic adventure awaits you!
Participate in a three-day robotic mission to Mars and help NASA scientists unravel the mysteries of the red planet and prepare it for habitation. Prepare for an extraordinary voyage that will ignite your curiosity and propel you into the captivating world of robotics and programming.
- Work with custom-designed 3D-printed robots equipped with state-of-the-art sensors.
- Gain hands-on experience programming the Exonaut rover.
- Learn to process and analyze complex data sets effectively.
- Enhance your presentation skills by sharing data insights.
- Operate a rover on a realistic simulated Martian terrain.
- Tackle real-world challenges in robotics and space exploration.
- Participate in collaborative problem-solving tasks with a team.
- Expand your technical and analytical abilities through practical applications.
Curriculum and Information
Programming Logic
Students will learn the importance and basics of programming robots.
Knowledge Reinforcement
Students will work as a team to complete coding challenges, with extra points for creativity.
Programming Concepts
Learn coding, from if/then statements to experimenting with various robotic sensors to win engaging challenges.
Significant Teamwork
In groups of four, students will work together to win a coding competition on the simulated surface of Mars.
Scratch or C++ Coding
Depending on participant preference, students may learn coding through a Scratch or C++ environment.
Critical Thinking
Students are challenged to solve tasks in unconventional ways, promoting creativity in problem-solving.
Schedule
2 Days
Mission Robotics Day 1
• Space Trek Introduction
• Introduction to Programming
• Robotics Competition #1
• Kennedy Space Center Tour
Mission Robotics Day 2
• Robotics Competition #2
• KSCVC Exhibit
• Graduation
• Program Adjourned
Tuition Fee
$399.25 For 2 Days
Bus Transport Fee
$199.25/Per Day