Learn Coding in Python Using the Raspberry Pi (Flex)
In this 12-week class, students will explore the Raspberry Pi, Linux and learn coding in Python
Anthony Hasting
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(58)
What's included
Class Experience
Students will learn how to code in Python using the Raspberry Pi! Week 1: What is the Raspberry Pi Objective: Students will get familiar with the Raspberry Pi and its basic functions. We will start with a physical tour of the Raspberry Pi and end with setting up and configuring the Raspberry Pi. Required Items: * Raspberry Pi 3 (or newer) * 5V 2.5A micro USB Power Supply * 32GB Preloaded (Noobs) microSD Card for Raspberry Pi Week 2: Getting started with Linux Objective: Students will be introduced and get familiar with Linux desktop and command line. We will learn about various applications needed to support Python. Week 3: Fundamentals of Python Objective: Students will learn about the different versions of Python, Python shell and editor. We will then learn about numbers, variables and For Loops. Week 4: Strings, Lists and Dictionaries Objective: Students will learn the differences between strings, list, functions, and dictionaries as they complete a variety of exercises. Week 5: Modules, Classes and Methods Objective: Students will learn the differences between Modules, Classes and Methods, when and how to use them. Week 6: Files and the internet Objective: Students will learn to retrieve content from the internet. We will also learn to read and write data to files on the Raspberry Pi. Week 7: GUI (Graphical User Interface) Objective: Students will be introduced to programming Graphical User Interfaces, such as, dialog boxes, buttons, and windows. Week 8: Games Programming Objective: Students will learn to use the library pygame to build a simple game. Week 9: Interfacing Hardware Objective: Students will learn how to interface electronic components with the Raspberry Pi’s GPIO pins. Some of the components are breadboards, LEDs, resisters and capacitors. Week 10: LED Fader Project Objective: Students will create a program to control the display of a multi-color LED using the Tkinter library and the RPi.GPIO power management feature. Week 11: Python Project - Clock Objective: Students will create a digital clock building on knowledge learned in previous classes. Week 12: Raspberry Pi Robot Objective: Students will learn to program a Raspberry Pi controlled Robot combining all the skills learned in this series. Each week the students will submit a completed assignment to the Outschool classroom. *Please note, grades (letter/percentage) are not issued for this course. **The closing date for classes will be one week after the last session. Work submitted after the close date will not receive feedback. For interaction: Students will post their work in the classroom to share with one another. Students will ask each other questions and be able to give tips and demonstrations to explore new and innovative ways to code in Python. Students can post screenshots in the classroom to receive feedback from me as well as other students. The more we share, the more we will learn. I will be checking the classroom every Monday and Thursday to give feedback and to answer questions. I look forward to working with as you learn Python!
Other Details
Supply List
*** Some items below have a link to Amazon.com if you need to purchase prior to class. Be sure to copy the entire link and paste into your browser *** ******* Need by Week 1 ******* * Raspberry Pi 3 (or newer) This is a Raspberry Pi 4 Kit that comes with a case and power adapter $229.99 https://www.amazon.com/Vemico-Raspberry-Starter-Heatsinks-Screwdriver/dp/B09WQPRTJ5/ref=sr_1_14?crid=2REXB2M8NUA5U&keywords=raspberry+pi+4&qid=1655130473&s=electronics&sprefix=raspberry+pi+4%2Celectronics%2C147&sr=1-14 * (ONLY NEEDED IF YOU ARE BUYING A RASPBERRY PI 3) 5V 2.5A micro USB Power Supply $9.95 https://www.amazon.com/CanaKit-Raspberry-Supply-Adapter-Listed/dp/B00MARDJZ4/ref=pd_bxgy_img_3/135-5011647-1921646?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00MARDJZ4&pd_rd_r=cea25cc7-9f6b-498d-853c-df9987830ceb&pd_rd_w=afXsv&pd_rd_wg=Tm0JK&pf_rd_p=ce6c479b-ef53-49a6-845b-bbbf35c28dd3&pf_rd_r=VERZZJHJ5TWHPB03HW4M&psc=1&refRID=VERZZJHJ5TWHPB03HW4M * 32GB Preloaded (Noobs) microSD Card for Raspberry Pi $12.99 https://www.amazon.com/GeeekPi-Preloaded-Raspberry-MicroSDHC-Memory/dp/B0856TW4JW/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=raspberry+pi+noobs&qid=1596480041&s=electronics&sr=1-3 * Monitor or TV with HDMI input * HDMI Cable * USB Keyboard * USB Mouse * Internet Access (WiFi or wired) ****** Need by Week 9 ******* * Capacitor $4.72 (120 pieces) https://www.amazon.com/MCIGICM-0-22uF-470uF-Electrolytic-Capacitor-Assortment/dp/B07PG8LSKY/ref=sr_1_8?dchild=1&keywords=.22uF+Capacitor&qid=1602372640&sr=8-8 * LED Assortment $4.99 (100 pieces) https://www.amazon.com/MCIGICM-Circuit-Assorted-Science-Experiment/dp/B07PG84V17/ref=sxin_9_ac_d_rm?ac_md=2-2-bGlnaHQgZW1pdHRpbmcgZGlvZGVz-ac_d_rm&cv_ct_cx=LED+pack&dchild=1&keywords=LED+pack&pd_rd_i=B07PG84V17&pd_rd_r=187e4cca-2e73-4e6d-a477-d15346b81c5d&pd_rd_w=iVb4t&pd_rd_wg=kiggn&pf_rd_p=fe2d64f9-a0d4-4c62-b195-55e240bc5b7e&pf_rd_r=M2CWC8CZ02EK93SSJSBK&psc=1&qid=1602372706&sr=1-3-12d4272d-8adb-4121-8624-135149aa9081 * Breadboard $6.49 (4 pieces) https://www.amazon.com/Pcs-MCIGICM-Points-Solderless-Breadboard/dp/B07PCJP9DY/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=half+Breadboard&qid=1602372796&sr=8-4 * Resistors $5.99 (31 values, 775 pieces) https://www.amazon.com/Cutequeen-Values-Compliant-Resistor-25pcs/dp/B016NXK6QK/ref=sr_1_8?crid=2AJCJJCYZH849&dchild=1&keywords=1k+ohm+resistor&qid=1602372870&sprefix=1k%2Caps%2C162&sr=8-8 * Photoresistor $3.99 (30 pieces) https://www.amazon.com/MCIGICM-Photoresistor-Sensitive-Resistor-Dependent/dp/B07PF3CWW9/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=photoresistor&qid=1602373021&sr=8-3 * Jumper Wires Male to Female $6.99 (40 pieces) https://www.amazon.com/Foxnovo-Breadboard-Jumper-Wires-Female/dp/B00PBZMN7C/ref=sr_1_11?crid=A67H8DOVH6TE&dchild=1&keywords=breadboard+jumper+wires+male+to+female&qid=1602373127&sprefix=breadboard+%2Caps%2C159&sr=8-11 ******* Need by Week 10 ******* * 5mm RGB Multicolor Diffused Common Anode LED $8.96 (50 pieces) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C3ZZT8C/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ******* Need by Week 11 ******* * Jumper Wires Female to Female $9.99 (100 pieces) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GJLTHH5/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 * 4-Digit Tube LED 7-Segment Display Module Red Common Anode TM1637 $5.49 (2 pieces) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DKISMXK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ******* Need by Week 12 (OPTIONAL) ******* Below are the parts necessary to build the Rover to be programmed in the Week 12 video. The parts for this rover will cost approx. $106 using the Amazon.com links below. Purchasing this kit is optional and the Learner will still benefit from following along with the video. * VELCRO Brand 2x1 Inch Adhesive $6.79 https://www.amazon.com/VELCRO-Brand-Sticky-Fasteners-Perfect/dp/B000GAU540/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=VELCRO+Brand+4x2+Inch&qid=1606158287&sr=8-6 * 4 Inch Self Locking Cable Ties $3.99 https://www.amazon.com/Multi-Purpose-Nylon-Zip-Ties-Ties-White/dp/B07R46214L/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=4+Inch+Self+Locking+Cable+Ties&qid=1606158359&sr=8-3 * Tenergy Universal RC Battery Charger for NiMH/NiCd 6V-12V $19.99 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001AVUAVC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Venom Tamiya Plug Set, Male/Female $5.99 https://www.amazon.com/Tamiya-Battery-Device-150mm-Venom/dp/B000HKEVH6/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=Venom+Tamiya+Plug+Set%2C+Male%2FFemale&qid=1606158426&sr=8-5 * Tenergy NiMH Battery Pack 12V $22.99 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077Y9HNTF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 * Portable Charger 10000mAh $32.99 https://www.amazon.com/Upgraded-Smallest-10000mAh-AINOPE-Portable/dp/B07XW7ZVKD/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2Z8M384KBHBG&dchild=1&keywords=ainope+portable+charger&qid=1629035314&sprefix=ainope%2Caps%2C173&sr=8-3 * L298N Motor Drive Controller $8.69 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M29YK5U/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 * The perseids DIY Robot Smart Car Chassis $17.99 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DNXBFQN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
4.9
58reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Mount Vernon Nazarene University
I am an Information Technology professional with more than 25 years' experience working in technology, leadership, and mentoring. I have been involved with coaching sports teams, technology teams and Boy Scouts. I have taught mor than 200 learners on the Outschool platform. I love sharing my passion and knowledge of science and technology with kids of all ages. I have taught many science and space classes and camps for kids over the years. I love to research and take things apart to see how they work. I am excited to have your child join my class!Reviews
Live Group Class
$13
weekly or $150 for 12 weeks12 weeks
Completed by 50 learners
No live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
