Step into the exciting world of VEX IQ Robotics Competition with our beginner-friendly competition team! Designed for students interested in robotics, teamwork, and innovation, this class introduces the fundamentals of VEX IQ competitions. Participants will have the option to participate in an official VEX IQ Competition in March.
This class is perfect for students in grades 4-8 who are either new to robotics or looking to enhance their skills.
Advanced builders and coders? Check out our competitive VEX IQ team offered by Team Up For STEM, designed for dedicated students who want to compete at a higher level and tackle this year’s VEX IQ game. More details can be found at [https://teamupforstem.org/events/robotics-vexiq/].
For just $325/month, you’ll receive:
A well-rounded program designed to foster STEM skills, teamwork, and creativity!
VEX IQ is a global robotics competition program that inspires students through hands-on STEM learning and friendly competition. Each year, a new game challenge is introduced, encouraging teams to design and program robots that can score points by completing specific tasks.
In this class, students will learn:
VEX IQ challenges students to think critically, innovate, and work collaboratively, making it a fun and valuable experience that builds skills for life. Whether your child is new to robotics or ready to take their skills to the next level, this program is the perfect place to start or grow.
Goals:
Week 1 – Class Kickoff:
Week 2 – Team Formation and Game Strategy:
Week 3 – Brainstorm Robot Concepts:
Week 4 – Technical Skills Introduction:
Goals:
Week 1 – Refine Design Ideas:
Week 2 – Prototype Key Mechanisms:
Week 3 – Combine Prototypes into a Robot Design:
Week 4 – Test and Iterate:
Goals:
Week 1 – Build the Chassis:
Week 2 – Add Mechanisms:
Week 3 – Wiring and Sensor Integration:
Week 4 – Initial Driving Practice:
Goals:
Week 1 – Driver-Controlled Programming:
Week 2 – Introduce Autonomous Programming:
Week 3 – Test and Refine Autonomous Code:
Week 4 – Combine Driver and Autonomous Modes:
Goals:
Week 1 – Identify Weaknesses:
Week 2 – Optimize Programming:
Week 3 – Develop Match Strategies:
Week 4 – Practice Matches:
Goals:
Week 1 – Final Adjustments:
Week 2 – Polishing Autonomous and Driver Practice:
Week 3 – Mock Tournament:
Week 4 – Competition Prep:
