About This Course

This online course dives into the world of Arduino, a key tool for electronic design and creation, fostering skills in areas like programming, problem-solving, and basic electronics. Suitable for children and enthusiasts of all ages, the content is delivered through videos, readings, quizzes, and practical challenges, aiming to support learners in their journey to design and implement their own technological solutions. By the end of the course, participants will be able to understand and manipulate electronic components and the Arduino platform, broadening their creative and technical horizons.

What Students Will Learn

  • Identification and application of different Arduino boards.
  • Utilization of Arduino programming software.
  • Understanding electrical circuits and their components including voltage, current, and resistance calculations.
  • Assembly and testing of electronic circuits using a breadboard and multimeter.
  • Engagement with basic programming concepts like variables, operators, conditionals, and loops.
  • Hands-on practice with real-world electronic components such as LEDS, diodes, and sensors.
  • Effective troubleshooting and project presentation skills.

Prerequisites or Skills Necessary

To fully benefit from this course, students should be comfortable with basic mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) and have a general interest in technology and electronics. The course content is tailored to young learners, specifically those aged between 7 to 9 years old, but anyone with a keen interest can participate.

Course Coverage

  • Introduction to Arduino and its various types.
  • Basics of electricity and electronics.
  • Use of digital multimeter to measure voltage, current, and resistance.
  • Programming logic using the Arduino software.
  • Circuit building on breadboard.
  • Interactive and practical problem-solving tasks.
  • Final project showcasing learned skills.

Targeted Learners

This course is ideal for children, including boys and girls, from age 7 upwards. It is also appropriate for older enthusiasts and educators willing to learn about or teach electronics. Parents and family members are encouraged to participate or assist in the learning process, making it a great family learning adventure.

Real-World Application of Skills

Skills gained from this course can help students in various real-world scenarios, such as developing personal projects, participating in science fairs, and enhancing academic assignments. Additionally, these skills lay the groundwork for further studies in STEM fields and potentially lead to careers in engineering, programming, and technology design.

Course Syllabus

The course is divided into five weekly modules, totalizing approximately 30 hours of content:

  • Module 0: Course introduction and navigation.
  • Module 1: Exploration of Arduino types and functionalities.
  • Module 2: Basic concepts of electricity, electronic components, and safety rules.
  • Module 3: Programming with Arduino - Data types, operations, and control structures.
  • Module 4: Installing Arduino IDE and programming the board.
  • Final Project: Applying learned skills to build and program a final project.