Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

Description

Arduino is considered one of the main building blocks in Information technology communication (ICT). In this course, participants are introduced to Arduino through various hands-on activities. Students learn the use of Arduino with electronic circuits and sensors to come up with innovative ideas and products.

Objectives

Explore the range of hardware components and design your products
Learn about sensors and different working principles
Study the basics of electric circuits
Arduino and its application
Acquire problem solving, crtical thinking and, design thinking skills

Student Benefits

Participation certificates
Inter-group and inter-school competitions to enhance students’ presentation/ expression skills via oral/poster presentations, filming art in science, social media contests incorporating photography or videography.
Winners receive awards
Opportunities to participate in national and international competitions

Duration: 4-5 practical sessions, followed by 2 months follow-up sessions

Time: 1-1.5 hours a day

Grades: Years 7, 8, 9

Number of participants: 20-25 students per session