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What is covered in the course?
In this course we intend to leverage the capability of LiveCode programming environment to combine hardware with software. Game elements will be instilled in the beginning of the course itself and students will learn to build their own automated garden using programming, cloud technology and sensors.
KIDSCODE Course Reference No.
MK-ACP-NEW
Participants
Suitable for Middle to Upper Primary and Lower Secondary Students
Duration
24 hours ( 12 x 2hrs ) (recommended )
Prerequisites
Basic computing and Internet Skills
System Requirements
- A PC with Windows OS or Mac OS
- Web Browser & Internet Connection (AppMakr is accessed through a web browser)
Inclusions
- 1 Instructor
- Notes for Participants
Hardware Requirements
IOT Learning Kit (Arduino Version) comes inclusive of:
- 1 x Arduino UNO R3
- 1 x Arduino extension board with integrated
- 4 x RJ11 jack for easy connection to external devices
- 1 x button
- 1 x buzzer
- 1 x MIC
- 1 x RGB LED
- 1 x Slider
- 1 x Light sensor
- 1 x Red, 1 x Yellow, 1x Green SMD LED
- 1 x Temperature Sensor
- 1 x Soil humidity & water sensor
- 1 x Micro switch
- 1 x Tilt switch
- 1 x Reed switch
- 1 x PM 2.5 Sensor
- 1 x Analog stick
- 1 x Feedback Servo
- 1 x USB cable
- 1 x 2 pin (Red/Black) Dupont line
- 1 x Double alligator clip wire
- 4 x RJ11 6P4C 25cm Line
- 1 x Bluetooth Module
The recommended ratio for the kit is 1 kit for a group of 3 students.
Schools may purchase the kit from ACP at a price of $159.60 (excluding GST).
Outline
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1 | Magic in Real-Life: Introduction to the Internet of Things –
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2 | Open the Magic Box: Introduction to IOT Starter Kit –
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3 | Bring Magic to Live: Setup and control Your IOT Starter Kit
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Introduction to IOT Sensors & Actuators (LED & Button) – Trick to make the light dance
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5 | Introduction to IOT Sensors & Actuators (Slider & Buzzer) – Trick behind the volume button
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6 | Introduction to IOT Sensors & Actuators (Light Sensor & MIC) – Trick behind the night light and clap switch
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7 | Making a Game to Interact with IOT Hardware – Flappy Bird Game
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8 | Making Screen to Interact with IOT Hardware – Glowing Stick Application
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Magic in the air – Environmental monitoring using IOT Sensors I –
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10 | Magic in the air – Environmental monitoring using IOT Sensors II
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11 | Final Project – Invent your Smart IOT Device I –
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12 | Final Project – Invent your Smart IOT Device II –
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