This course on micro:bit for Robotics aims to teach learners how to utilize the BBC micro:bit in robot projects. The learning outcomes include understanding the capabilities of the micro:bit, connecting it to robots, exploring its features, and comparing it with other platforms like Arduino and Raspberry Pi Pico. The course covers skills in design, engineering, electronics, and programming. The teaching method involves a video session with chapters focusing on various aspects of the micro:bit and practical demonstrations using MicroPython. The intended audience for this course is individuals interested in robotics, electronics, and programming, particularly those looking to integrate the micro:bit into their projects.
Overview
Syllabus
micro:bit for Robotics
Overview of this session
What is the BBC micro:bit?
How to connect to the BBC micro:bit
Fast, Flexible & Cheap
BBC micro:bit Pin Outs
BBC micro:bit history
Over a million given away for free
Electronics Kits
Robotics Skills finder
Design and Engineering, skills and knowledge
Electronics, skills and knowledge
Programming, skills and knowledge
How does the micro:bit compare to the Arduino and Raspberry pi Pico
What can the micro:bit do?
micro:bit v1 vs micro:bit v2
micro:bit add-ons
how to upload files to the micro:bit
mailbag - from Simon Monk of MonkMakes
demo time - code examples on the micro:bit using MicroPython
Taught by
Kevin McAleer
