Since the start of the COVID-19 crisis more than a year ago, working from home and taking online classes have become the new norm. Despite the difficulties, we remain vigilant, working and making the best with the opportunities presented to us. With that, we are continuing our support to teachers that are adapting to this new normal. CS2N Premium extensions and trials are still available to those who need them.
As always, we appreciate all of the support from the educators, coaches, and parents over the years. We continue to look forward to working with all, and together, we will reach the light at the end of this tunnel.
Learn how components of a robot connect and transfer motion
Mechanical Foundations focuses on mechanical concepts such as structural design, weight distribution, drivetrains, fastening, the relationship between speed and torque, and alternate methods of transferring motion such as linear slides and belts and pulleys. This curriculum familiarizes students with the foundational skills needed to understand how components come together and different use cases for creating motion.
Topics Covered
Strength, Stability, and Balance with VEX V5
Transmissions and Mechanical Advantage with VEX V5
Learn how to plan, write, and debug code for a robot
Software Foundations is an introduction to programming concepts. Students who complete this curriculum demonstrate an understanding of the software engineering process through repeated planning, testing, and iteration throughout the units. Students also learn basic robot movement, how to use feedback from different kinds of sensors, and how to create complex programs using loops and decision-making logic.
Learn how circuits and signals work in a robotic system
Electrical Foundations focuses on the foundational concepts around basic electricity and how circuits work. In this course, students learn how to use multimeters to measure various parts of a circuit. Students learn how to control signals using a microcontroller, how to utilize binary sensors like Limit Switches, and analog sensors like an Ultrasonic Sensor. The culminating project is an e-panel consisting of all of the components found in a typical robotic system.
NOTICE: On 8/18/2021, Amazon AWS permanently discontinued support for network protocols used by Robot Virtual Worlds and Expedition Atlantis. These products are no longer able to communicate with CS2N. Please see this article for details.
Introduction to Programming provides a structured sequence of programming activities in real-world project-based contexts. The projects are designed to get students thinking about the patterns and structure of not just robotics, but also programming and problem-solving more generally. This curriculum includes videos, animations, and step-by-step lessons designed to help beginners learn behavior-based programming using the VEX IQ hardware and ROBOTC Graphical programming software.
Learn to program the VEX EDR Cortex in ROBOTC Text
NOTICE: On 8/18/2021, Amazon AWS permanently discontinued support for network protocols used by Robot Virtual Worlds and Expedition Atlantis. These products are no longer able to communicate with CS2N. Please see this article for details.
The VEX Cortex Video Trainer provides a structured sequence of programming activities. The activities are designed to get students thinking about the patterns and structure of not just robotics, but also programming and problem-solving more generally. This curriculum includes videos, animations, and step-by-step lessons designed to help beginners learn behavior-based programming using the VEX Cortex hardware and ROBOTC Text programming software.
NOTICE: On 8/18/2021, Amazon AWS permanently discontinued support for network protocols used by Robot Virtual Worlds, Virtual Brick, and Expedition Atlantis. These products are no longer able to communicate with CS2N. Please see this article for details.
Introduction to Programming provides a structured sequence of programming activities in real-world project-based contexts. The projects are designed to get students thinking about the patterns and structure of not just robotics, but also programming and problem-solving more generally. This curriculum includes videos, animations, and step-by-step lessons designed to help beginners learn behavior-based programming using the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 hardware and EV3-G icon-based programming software.
FRC: Applying for your Electrical Foundations Micro-Certification As a member of a FIRST Robotics Competition team, you have built up a number of valuable technical skills. The SMART Electrical Foundations Micro-Certification, brought to you by FIRST and the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy, let you showcase these skills as part of a college application or resume, or simply let others know what you have accomplished through FIRST.
Electrical Foundations covers basic wiring and electrical tasks commonly performed by technicians on robotics systems.
To apply for yours:
(Optional) Review the lesson materials to brush up and see what is covered in the units
[REQUIRED] Upload photos of your work to your portfolio according to the prompts
[REQUIRED] Obtain approval of your uploads by CMRA or a Certified Teacher**
[REQUIRED] Take the online exam (60 min, multiple choice, passing = 70%)**
**Requires purchasing Student Certification Access and have CMRA or a CMRA Certified instructor approve uploads
Process for applying for the Micro-Certification
Topics Covered
Exam Prep: Wiring & Circuits (through FRC Ed.)
Exam Prep: Voltage: Parallel and Series Circuits (through FRC)
Exam Prep: Voltage and Current: Motors (through FRC)
FRC: Applying for your Fabrication Foundations Micro-Certification As a member of a FIRST Robotics Competition team, you have built up a number of valuable technical skills. Micro-Certifications, brought to you by FIRST and the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy, let you showcase these skills as part of a college application or resume, or simply let others know what you have accomplished through FIRST.
The Fabrication Foundations Micro-Certification covers cutting, measuring, drilling, and 3D printing which are commonly performed by technicians on robotics systems.
The exam portion of this Micro-Certification will test your knowledge of these concepts to determine if you meet or exceed the foundational knowledge needed as a Robotics Technician.
To apply for yours:
(Optional) Review the lesson materials to brush up and see what is covered by the exam
[REQUIRED] Upload photos of your work to your portfolio according to the prompts
[REQUIRED] Obtain approval of your uploads by CMRA or a Certified Teacher**
[REQUIRED] Take the online exam (60 min, multiple choice, passing = 70%)**
**Requires purchasing Student Certification Access and have CMRA or a CMRA Certified instructor approve uploads
Process for applying for the Micro-Certification
Topics Covered
Exam Prep: Fabrication Part 1 (e.g. a Chassis, through FRC)
Exam Prep: Fabrication Part 2 (e.g. a Motor Mount, through FRC)
FRC: Applying for your Mechanical Foundations Micro-Certification As a member of a FIRST Robotics Competition team, you have built up a number of valuable technical skills. Micro-Certifications, brought to you by FIRST and the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy, let you showcase these skills as part of a college application or resume, or simply let others know what you have accomplished through FIRST.
The Mechanical Foundations Micro-Certification covers structural design, weight distribution, drivetrains, fastening, and speed and torque which are common concepts robotics technicians need to understand.
The exam portion of this Micro-Certification will test your knowledge of these concepts to determine if you meet or exceed the foundational knowledge needed as a Robotics Technician.
To apply for yours:
(Optional) Review the lesson materials to brush up and see what is covered by the exam
[REQUIRED] Upload photos of your work to your portfolio according to the prompts
[REQUIRED] Obtain approval of your uploads by CMRA or a Certified Teacher**
[REQUIRED] Take the online exam (60 min, multiple choice, passing = 70%)**
**Requires purchasing Student Certification Access and have CMRA or a CMRA Certified instructor approve uploads
Process for applying for the Micro-Certification
Topics Covered
Exam Prep: Strength, Stability, and Balance (through FRC)
Exam Prep: Transmissions and Mechanical Design (through FRC)
FRC: Applying for your Robotics Integration Micro-Certification As a member of a FIRST Robotics Competition team, you have built up a number of valuable technical skills. Micro-Certifications, brought to you by FIRST and the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy, let you showcase these skills as part of a college application or resume, or simply let others know what you have accomplished through FIRST.
The Robotics Integration Micro-Certification covers situations where technicians may receive a large industrial system that requires assembly and installation. Learners must provide evidence of unpacking and testing, testing navigation programming, and vision system integration.
The exam portion of this Micro-Certification will test your knowledge of these concepts to determine if you meet or exceed the foundational knowledge needed as a Robotics Technician.
To apply for yours:
(Optional) Review the lesson materials to brush up and see what is covered by the exam
[REQUIRED] Upload photos of your work to your portfolio according to the prompts
[REQUIRED] Take the online exam (60 min, multiple choice, passing = 70%)
