Educational Robotics Essentials
Course Description
This course equips educators with essential knowledge and hands-on skills to teach educational robotics in alignment with the South African Coding and Robotics curriculum. Educators will learn how to integrate robotics hardware with block-based coding to teach problem-solving, logical thinking, and real-world applications.
The course emphasizes the effective classroom use of educational robotics kits, including robot setup, sensors, actuators, and basic automation concepts.
Who This Course Is Aimed At
- Primary and High School educators
- Coding and Robotics teachers (Grades R–12)
- Educators responsible for robotics clubs or STEM programmes
- Educators new to robotics education
Learning Delivery & Support
- Step-by-step robotics tutorials
- Practical robotics challenges and projects
- Live online demonstrations and Q&A sessions
- Ongoing LMS academic and technical support
DURATION: 2 Months
Online e-learning with live online lectures
Flexible learning schedule
| Module | Topics |
|---|---|
| Module 8: Foundations of Robotics | What is a robot, Input-Process-Output, Ethics |
| Module 9: Weeemake Hardware | Microcontroller, Ports, Safety |
| Module 10: Sensors | Ultrasonic, Line follower, Light, IR |
| Module 11: Actuators | Motors, LEDs, Buzzers, Displays |
| Module 12: Programming Robots | Movement, Sensor logic, Debugging |
| Module 13: Robotics Projects | Line follower, Obstacle avoidance, Smart systems |
| Module 14: Systems Design | Design cycle, Problem-solving, Prototyping |
Important Notes:
Edutronics reserves the right to make changes to the curriculum and/or admission requirements. Fees, textbooks and any special equipment you will need is detailed by the middle of the year on the “Additional costs schedule” available from your closest campus.
