Courses for Students
Arduino Programming for Gizmo
This course will show you the basics of using Arduino to program the Gizmo control system. Each lesson features a video presentation and supporting...
BEST Gizmo Getting Started
This course is for all BEST participants and gives an introduction to the Gizmo control system. It covers basic functionality of and general use...
BEST IR Sensor
This course will provide all you need to know about the BEST IR Sensor and its use.
Design Reviews
This course discusses Engineering Design Reviews in the context of the BEST Robotics competition. It includes discussion about Preliminary Design Review and Critical Design...
Electronics Fundamentals
This course introduces students to electricity, electronic components and circuits, ohms law, printed circuit boards and schematics and soldering.
Engineering Design Process
The engineering design process is instrumental in anything that is created. It serves as an outline for iterating a design until it achieves its...
Engineering Mechanics
This course introduces simple machines and focuses on the mechanical principals of each type of simple machine. Learn how to achieve mechanical advantage using...
Mathworks Simulink Workshop
Learn the basics of using Mathworks MATLAB and Simulink software to program virtual robots and your own BEST robot.
Photography Basics
Have you ever wanted to get better at photography? What makes a good photo? How can you improve your shots? Take a walk through...
Programming your Robot with Simulink
This course will take the student through an introduction to using Mathworks MATLAB & Simulink to program their BEST robot. The course centers around...
Python Programming for Gizmo
This course will show you the basics of using CircuitPython to program the Gizmo control system. Each lesson features a video presentation and supporting...
Robot Autonomy
This course, presented by Mathworks, provides details on Robot Autonomy algorithms and autonomous programming.
Robot Modeling with SimScape
A course concentrating on 3D modeling and simulation of your team robot using Mathworks Simscape.
Teamwork and Productivity
This course provides a review of some of the basic skills that will create a successful team no matter what the project is.
The Critical Design Review
What is a Critical Design Review (CDR)? What exactly are requirements and how do we establish them for a product? What should be reviewed...
Writing Essentials
This course will give you a refresher on your writing skills. Learn about what inspires us to write, the mechanics of writing and what...
On Demand Lessons
Videos & Presentations
Resources
Robotics Design Tools
- BEST Kit CAD Models
- Tools Tips and Materials
- Wolfram Alpha
- CAD Software
- BEST Consumables
- Zumobot Simulink Library
- miniQ Simulink Library