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Browse courses that can prepare you to pursue a CMRA certification
Course
Introduction to Programming with LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3-G
Learn to Program the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 in EV3-G
CMRA Certification PathThis course can prepare you to pursue:
Introduction to Programming: LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 (EV3G) Student Certification
LEGO EV3 Teacher Certification
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.
Introduction to Programming with VEX IQ (ROBOTC Graphical)
Learn to program the VEX IQ in ROBOTC Graphical
CMRA Certification PathThis course can prepare you to pursue:
Introduction to programming: ROBOTC VEX IQ Student Certification
Introduction to programming: ROBOTC VEX IQ Teacher Certification
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.
CMRA Certification PathThis course can prepare you to pursue:
Electrical Foundations Micro-Certification (through FRC or FTC)
Applying for your Electrical Foundations Micro-Certification As a member of a FIRST Robotics Competition or FIRST Tech Challenge 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
Units
Exam Prep: Wiring & Circuits (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Voltage: Parallel and Series Circuits (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Voltage and Current: Motors (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Controlling Signals (through FRC or FTC)
CMRA Certification PathThis course can prepare you to pursue:
Fabrication Foundations Micro-Certification (through FRC or FTC)
Applying for your Fabrication Foundations Micro-Certification As a member of a FIRST Robotics Competition or First Tech Challenge 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
Micro-Certification Process
Units
Exam Prep: Fabrication Part 1 (e.g. a Chassis, through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Fabrication Part 2 (e.g. a Motor Mount, through FRC or FTC)
CMRA Certification PathThis course can prepare you to pursue:
Mechanical Foundations Micro-Certification (through FRC or FTC)
Applying for your Mechanical Foundations Micro-Certification As a member of a FIRST Robotics Competition or FIRST Tech Challenge 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
Units
Exam Prep: Strength, Stability, and Balance (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Transmissions and Mechanical Design (through FRC or FTC)
CMRA Certification PathThis course can prepare you to pursue:
Robotics Integration Micro-Certification (through FRC or FTC)
Applying for your Robotics Integration Micro-Certification As a member of a FIRST Robotics Competition or FIRST Tech Challenge 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%)Process for applying for the Micro-Certification
Units
Exam Prep: Testbed (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Open-Loop Navigation (through FRC or FTC)
CMRA Certification PathThis course can prepare you to pursue:
Software Foundations Micro-Certification (through FRC or FTC)
Applying for your Software Foundations Micro-Certification As a member of a FIRST Robotics Competition or FIRST Tech Challenge 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 Software Foundations Micro-Certification covers all of the concepts that were covered in Robotics Integrations as well as programming sensors, and a vision system (or camera).
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
Units
Exam Prep: Testbed (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Open-Loop Navigation (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Sensing (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Camera Navigation (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Camera Programming (through FRC or FTC)
VRC: Applying for your Fabrication Foundations Micro-Certification As a member of a VEX Robotics Competition (VRC) team, you have built up a number of valuable technical skills. Micro-Certifications, brought to you by RECF 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 VRC.
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
Units
Exam Prep: Fabrication Part 1 (e.g. a Chassis, through VRC)
Exam Prep: Fabrication Part 2 (e.g. a Motor Mount, through VRC)
VRC: Applying for your Mechanical Foundations Micro-Certification As a member of a VEX Robotics Competition (VRC) team, you have built up a number of valuable technical skills. Micro-Certifications, brought to you by RECF 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 VRC.
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
Units
Exam Prep: Strength, Stability, and Balance (through VRC)
Exam Prep: Transmissions and Mechanical Design (through VRC)
VRC: Applying for your Fabrication Foundations Micro-Certification As a member of a VEX Robotics Competition (VRC) team, you have built up a number of valuable technical skills. Micro-Certifications, brought to you by RECF 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 VRC.
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] 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
VRC: Applying for your Software Foundations Micro-Certification As a member of a VEX Robotics Competition (VRC) team, you have built up a number of valuable technical skills. Micro-Certifications, brought to you by RECF 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 VRC.
The Software Foundations Micro-Certification covers all of the concepts that were covered in Robotics Integrations as well as programming sensors, and a vision system (or camera).
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
EV3 Getting Started
EV3 Movement
Boulder Math
EV3 Sensors
EV3 Decisions
EV3 Final Challenge
VEX IQ Getting Started
VEX IQ Basic Movements
VEX IQ Sensors
VEX IQ Program Flow I
VEX IQ Search & Rescue
Exam Prep: Wiring & Circuits (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Voltage: Parallel and Series Circuits (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Voltage and Current: Motors (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Controlling Signals (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Sensors (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: E-Panel (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Fabrication Part 1 (e.g. a Chassis, through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Fabrication Part 2 (e.g. a Motor Mount, through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: 3D Printing (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Strength, Stability, and Balance (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Transmissions and Mechanical Design (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Drivetrains (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Testbed (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Open-Loop Navigation (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Camera Navigation (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Sensing (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Camera Programming (through FRC or FTC)
Exam Prep: Fabrication Part 1 (e.g. a Chassis, through VRC)
Exam Prep: Fabrication Part 2 (e.g. a Motor Mount, through VRC)
Exam Prep: 3D Printing (through VRC)
Exam Prep: Strength, Stability, and Balance (through VRC)
Exam Prep: Transmissions and Mechanical Design (through VRC)
Exam Prep: Drivetrains (through VRC)
Exam Prep: Testbed (through VRC)
Exam Prep: Open-Loop Navigation (through VRC)
Exam Prep: Camera Navigation (through VRC)
Exam Prep: Sensing (through VRC)
Exam Prep: Camera Programming (through VRC)