UGX 300,000

Maker Robotics

Build robots that move, sense, and solve real problems.

3 weeks Ages 13-18 Ages 13–18 Hands-on builds
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Why Maker Robotics Matters

Physical computing builds problem sense and engineering discipline. It creates memorable demo days that fill school halls and WhatsApp groups — great for conversions and PR.

Program Details

UGX 300,000
Per Student

Includes all instruction and materials. Equipment deposit refundable or schools buy kits.

Discounts
Available

School bulk rates and sibling discounts available. Contact us for details.

2 sessions/week × 2 hours + optional office hour

What Students Build

Week 1

Basics & Sensors

Simple sensor circuit that reports to serial/phone. Learn microcontrollers, wiring, LEDs, and basic motor control.

Week 2

Movement & Control

Robot that can drive and stop on sensor input. Master motor drivers, PWM, and chassis assembly.

Week 3

Behavior & Demo

Demo-ready robot with line-following or obstacle avoidance + demo video + short case-study.

Final Deliverable

A functioning robot or IoT device (line-follower, obstacle-avoider, or simple delivery bot) + demo video + control dashboard or mobile trigger.

Week-by-Week Curriculum

Week 1 — Basics & Sensors

Deliverable: Simple sensor circuit that reports to serial/phone

  • Intro to microcontrollers (micro:bit / Arduino Nano RP2040 / CircuitPython on Feather)
  • Wiring, LEDs, sensors (distance / light), basic motor control
  • Safety protocols and proper handling of electronics

Week 2 — Movement & Control

Deliverable: Robot that can drive and stop on sensor input

  • Motor drivers, PWM, power safety
  • Chassis assembly and mechanical design
  • Build the robot body and get basic movement working (forward/back/turn)

Week 3 — Behavior, Deploy & Demo

Deliverable: Demo-ready robot + short case-study

  • Add logic (line-following, obstacle avoidance) or remote control (Bluetooth / simple web dashboard)
  • Safety, battery management, packaging for demo day
  • Practice pitch and record demo video
  • Demo day presentation to parents and school

What You Need

Only Requirement

A laptop or computer

All robotics hardware, components, and materials are provided. You just bring your laptop.

Safety & Operations

Teacher Support

1 lead teacher + assistants as needed. Assistants handle soldering, wiring errors, and broken parts.

Safety First

No live soldering without trained adult. Use pre-made connectors where possible. All safety protocols followed.

Storage & Maintenance

Locked cabinet, labeled kits, check-in/out log. Spare parts kit and quick-replace policy.

Ready to build robots?

Hands-on robotics: by the end of three weeks your child will demo a working robot

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