BLINK! An Introduction to Programming with Arduino
Get acquainted with building circuits and programming the Arduino!
Ian Nelson
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:(2,517)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursAssessment
Students will actively build and program circuits during class to ensure that their projects work.Class Experience
Have you ever wondered how engineers control lights using computers? Have you ever wanted to make a circuit that has a mind of its own?
In this four-week introductory class, students will discover how to program with Arduino microcontrollers, completing two introductory projects. By the end of our time together, students will have gained experience with:
* Building circuits on a breadboard
* Writing simple Arduino programs
* Integrating buttons and LEDs into projects
* Designing a custom project
The Arduino IDE uses script-based coding. Learners should be familiar with the keyboard and able to find characters such as (, ), {, }, and ;. The instructor will type along with students during coding sessions via a shared screen. Learners should access class on the same computer they are using to program to support troubleshooting. The Arduino IDE can be downloaded for free at https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/software.
All students should have an Arduino board and a circuit breadboarding kit to complete projects. Students will need a kit that includes a breadboard, jumper wires, at least 3 LEDs, an assortment of resistors, and at least 1 push button. If a student doesn't already have an Arduino board and circuit breadboarding kit, my top three recommendations are:
* The Arduino Starter Kit: https://store.arduino.cc/usa/arduino-starter-kit
* Spark Fun Inventors Kit: https://www.sparkfun.com/products/14265
* Elegoo EL-KIT-003 UNO Project Super Starter Kit: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8KOZF4/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B01D8KOZF4&pd_rd_wg=A2s3s&pd_rd_r=F9HJDCDATZ83544CXCYG&pd_rd_w=crMAc
By the end of our class together, students will be able to complete two projects that incorporate blinking lights. Students will gain confidence building circuits, designing circuits, and writing their own computer programs!Learning Goals
Students will learn how to:
- Build circuits on a breadboard
- Interpret breadboard diagrams
- Write simple programs that incorporate if/else statements
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Building successful Arduino projects requires close attention to detail. I will be building circuits with the students during week 1 and week 3 and coding with them during week 2 and week 4. You may want to learn alongside your child to ensure that they are placing the components in the right place.
Supply List
The instructor will provide notes about how to use the Arduino board. Students must have their own Arduino board and circuit breadboarding kit. All projects require the Arduino, a breadboard, and wires. The Arduino IDE can be downloaded at https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/software. The first project uses: - 2 LEDs - 2 resistors (220 ohm OR 330 ohm -- I'll help you find the right ones!) The second project uses - 3 LEDs - 3 resistors (220 ohm OR 330 ohm) - 1 push button - 1 10K resistor
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined October, 2017
4.7
2517reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am an engineer who has lots of experience supporting students tackling ambitiously fun projects. I've incorporated Arduinos in some of my own design work, and I love seeing students' ideas come to life.Reviews
Live Group Class
$72
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
50 min
Completed by 107 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
1-6 learners per class
