Core Coding Program

Sequencing, construction, motor control
Students will learn how to construct basic robots using the Lego EV3 platform, developing essential engineering and problem-solving skills. They will also explore how to control motors, adjusting speed and direction through programming.

This hands-on experience helps students understand the mechanics of movement and prepares them for more advanced robotics challenges.

Sequencing: The Foundation of Coding
Programs execute line by line in a specific order, ensuring each instruction runs sequentially. This forms the backbone of structured programming.

Conditional Logic with If-Else
Students will use buttons to control decisions in their code, learning:
"If a button is pressed, do A; otherwise, do B."
This hands-on approach helps them understand conditional logic, a key concept that allows robots to respond dynamically to different inputs.

If-Else: Threshold Based Decisions
Students will deepen their understanding of if-else statements with conditionals and comparison operators.

Programming with Sensors
Instead of reacting to button presses, students will program robots to respond to sensor inputs: "If the sensor reading is above a threshold, do A; otherwise, do B."

This introduces dynamic decision-making, enabling students to create more responsive robots and laying the groundwork for advanced automation.

While Loops: Repeating Actions with Conditions
A while loop allows code to run continuously as long as a condition remains true.

Example: "While a sensor detects an obstacle, keep moving left; else, stop."

Unlike if-else statements, which execute once, while loops let programs react dynamically, adapting to real-time changes for more responsive automation.

Nested If-Else: Complex Decision-Making
Nested if-else statements involve placing an if-else structure inside another. This creates a decision tree where multiple conditions are checked in sequence.

Example:
If an obstacle is detected
If it's on the left, turn right.
Else, turn left.
Else, stop.

This structure is key for building complex algorithms and enables programs to respond to multiple conditions.

Variables: Storing and Using Data
Variables act as a program’s memory, storing values that can be used or updated during execution.

Example: A variable can store a robot’s speed, allowing speed adjustments.

Variables are essential for creating dynamic and interactive programs that adapt to changing conditions.

Precision Control with Continuous Variables
Continuous variables store decimal values, allowing precise adjustments in coding. For example, a robot’s speed can be set to 60.25 instead of just whole numbers, enabling smoother movements.

Adaptive Systems with Feedback Loops
Feedback loops use real-time data to fine-tune performance. A robot can adjust motor power to maintain a steady speed, or a temperature control system can regulate heating based on sensor readings.

These concepts help create smarter, more responsive programs that adapt dynamically to changing conditions.