Robotics

An introduction to the principles of Computer Science, Coding and Programming, Students will:

• Python and JavaScript
• Program simple robots to perform tasks such as traversing paths.
• Research modern uses of robots and discuss societal implications
• Concept of “Criteria and Constraints”

VIDEO GAME DEVELOPMENT

• Platformer, Puzzle, Arcade
• Real world collaborative video game design process
• Raspberry Pi, Circuit Playground and Pygamer
• Physical computing principles (electronic games, handheld games and arcade game
controllers)

DIGITAL GRAPHICS

• Platformer, Puzzle, Arcade
• Real world collaborative video game design process
• Raspberry Pi, Circuit Playground and Pygamer
• Physical computing principles (electronic games, handheld games and arcade game controllers)

Practical Technology

Students use programming and engineering for practical solutions to everyday situations.

• Creating wearable technology
• Designing and building mobile apps
• Exploring the practical applications for Artificial Intelligence

SOCIAL NETWORK

Students will be introduced to Networks and Databases with an emphasis on:

• Creating an in class Social Network/Intranet.
• Cryptographic techniques
• Design of internet
• Social Media issues: privacy, security & implicit bias
• Social media as a tool to increase cross cultural collaboration

Smart Community

Students will explore the impact coding and programming can have on society by:

• Evaluating the many ways their community uses technology
• Identifying a real world issue that can be addressed with technology.
• Using skills obtained throughout the course to conceive, design and program a solution for that issue.