| Student Age | Grade 5 to 12 |
| Requirements | None |
| Skills Learned | Mechanics, Physics |
| Number of Lectures | 10 |
| Lecture Status | Started |
Before students start to construct robots, they need to gain knowledge about the building blocks of robot structures and motion components. It is critical for students to stay safe, for their robots to be robust.
This Basic Mechanics, mechanical maintenance, training course covers force and motion, work and energy. Explains principles of operation for simple machines, such as the lever, inclined plane, wheel and axle, pulley, and screw. Explains the basic elements of industrial machines, as well as common measurement tools used to monitor and adjust equipment. Covers hand tools, power tools and fasteners, ending with a discussion of ways to reduce friction and wear.
After this course, students will be confident to provide solid solutions to the specifications of their robots.
