Students build and keep real robots and autonomous drones, gaining hands-on experience with hardware and Python programming.
The Research Ignited AI Robotics & Drone Lab is a 10-week online program where middle and high school students (grades 6-12) learn to build and program real robots and autonomous drones using Python. The curriculum covers fundamental concepts in robotics, sensors, electronics, artificial intelligence, computer vision, and autonomous drone operation through guided, hands-on projects. Students will gain practical experience by building and keeping their own hardware, developing a tangible project for college applications. The program emphasizes a project-based learning approach, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios and understand not just how to build AI, but also its limitations and ethical considerations. No prior robotics or coding experience is required, making it accessible for beginners, while also offering advanced AI-based projects for students with prior knowledge.
A typical day involves live, instructor-led sessions with expert AI instructors, incorporating theory, coding walkthroughs, and hands-on group activities. Students engage in practical coding assignments and receive continuous feedback through live screen-sharing technology.
This program is best for curious middle and high school students (grades 6-12) who want to gain hands-on experience in AI, robotics, and drone technology, regardless of prior coding experience, and build a project for college applications.
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