Tech Tinkerers
Hands-on exploration of technology and AI concepts through building, experimenting, and creative problem-solving with a focus on Singapore's unique challenges.
Course Outline
A comprehensive overview of what your child will learn and experience
Introduction to Hardware & Software
Understanding the basics of hardware components and how they interact with software.
Activities:
- Hardware exploration
- Simple circuits
- Software interfaces
Sensors & Input Devices
Learning about different types of sensors and how they collect data from the environment.
Activities:
- Sensor testing
- Data collection
- Environmental monitoring
Actuators & Output Devices
Exploring devices that create physical actions or outputs based on programming.
Activities:
- Motor control
- LED displays
- Sound generation
Programming Microcontrollers
Basic programming of microcontrollers to control hardware components.
Activities:
- Simple automation
- Reactive systems
- Sequence programming
Data & Decision Making
Using sensor data to make decisions in automated systems and simple AI applications.
Activities:
- Data analysis
- Threshold programming
- Automated responses
Robotics Fundamentals
Introduction to robotics principles and building simple robot mechanisms.
Activities:
- Robot design
- Movement programming
- Task automation
AI Integration
Adding AI capabilities to hardware projects using pre-trained models and simple algorithms.
Activities:
- Image recognition
- Voice commands
- Predictive behaviors
Smart Systems Design
Designing integrated systems that combine hardware, software, and AI capabilities.
Activities:
- System planning
- Component integration
- Testing procedures
Project Development
Working on personal or group projects that solve real-world problems.
Activities:
- Problem definition
- Solution design
- Prototype building
Final Projects & Exhibition
Completing and demonstrating final technology projects to the community.
Activities:
- Project finalization
- Documentation
- Public presentation
Prerequisites
What your child needs to get the most out of this program
Required
- Good reading and comprehension skills
- Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication)
- Ability to follow detailed instructions
- Interest in hands-on building and technology
+Recommended
- +Basic computer skills
- +Experience with building toys (LEGO, etc.)
- +Comfort with trial and error learning
⚙️Equipment
- ⚙️Laptop (can be provided if needed)
- ⚙️Internet connection for research and at-home activities
- ⚙️Notebook for design sketches and notes
Not Required
- Prior electronics experience
- Advanced coding skills
- Previous robotics knowledge
Program Pricing
Flexible payment options to suit your needs
Monthly Payment
- Pay as you go flexibility
- All materials and equipment provided
- Small class size (max 12 students)
- Certificate of participation
- Access to online project resources
6-Month Bundle
Save $360 over 6 months
- 6-month commitment with discounted rate
- 19% savings compared to monthly payments
- All materials and equipment provided
- Small class size (max 12 students)
- Certificate of participation
- Take-home electronics kit
- Access to online project resources
- Extended lab access
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