Are you a Robo-Whiz? Would you like to become one?
TechLabs is the exclusive organizing partner for the Global Makeblock MakeX robotics competition in Switzerland and nearby regions. Kids enrolled in this program will train to participate in this competition using the latest in STEM robotics technology! Working with the MakeBlock robotics kit, kids design, build, and program robots and develop the innovative-thinking, team-collaboration, and problem-solving skills necessary to succeed in the MakeX challenges. Note that participation in MakeX is not required in order to join the course and experience the thrill of designing a champion robot!
Makeblock supports both mBlock, a drag-and-drop visual programming environment based on Scratch for beginners and Python or C++ for kids ready for additional programming challenges. Our curriculum provides hands-on collaborative and competitive challenges where students build robots and learn about electronics, mechanical design, code development and algorithms.
| Skills: | Team-building | Problem Solving | Robotics | Algorithmic Thinking |
| Technology: | Makeblock | mBlock | Python | C++ |
Ages: 10-14 (younger possible with exceptional proficiency).
Course Level: Beginner | Intermediate.
Course Language: English | German.
Enrollment: Open to all students.
What you bring to class: ---
What you take home: For an additional fee it is possible to bring home some materials used in class. See Materials Fee and contact instructor for availability.
Financial support available!
Many thanks to our local sponsors, we are pleased to announce that financial support is available with proof of a health insurance premium reduction (PV) or to holders of the KulturLegi card. Presentation of the identity card is required. For more information, please contact us at info@techlabs.ch
Note that this discount cannot be granted in combination with other discounts.