Students can take 7th grade Robotics (BC105) in 7th Grade and then Computational Design (BC125) in 8th grade.Įither Introduction to Technology (BC100) or 7th Grade Robotics (BC105) required of all 7th grade students. This class provides an option in lieu of Introduction to Technology (BC100) for 7th grade students. In addition, students will follow the FIRST Tech Challenge curriculum to design, build, and compete in the FIRST Tech Challenge robotics competition for which there are fees for equipment and tournaments. The course will also reinforce communication skills and fluency with desktop publishing and productivity software with common office applications. The class will introduce digital imaging, file and information management, 3D design with OnShape and SketchUp, engineering principles, and programming in Java. This course’s purpose is to introduce computational thinking skills through the manipulation of text, graphics, sound, and movement with a focus on design thinking and applications to robotic systems.

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