Each unit contains multiple fast-paced instructional videos along with additional resources such as EV3 programming files, LEGO Digital Designer files and links to other material.
Please note that additional units will be added to each module as the season progresses (in response to student questions) and Module 8 will be added as well after topics are selected by a student vote.
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| Module 1 | Key Concepts and Strategies | |
| Welcome! This module introduces important concepts and sets the stage for everything that's to come. | ||
| Unit 1 | Kickoff Video / Masterclass Intro | |
| Unit 2 | LEGO Implement/Attachment Design | |
| Unit 3 | Finding a Winning Strategy (Navigation, Mission Prioritization, Etc.) | |
| Unit 4 | Intro to Robot Base/Chassis Design | |
| Unit 5 | The Art of Robot Handling | |
| Module 2 | Mechanical Design and Testing for FLL | |
| Learn secrets and strategies that will help you build reliable and effective LEGO attachments for your robots. | ||
| Unit 1 | Mechanical Alignment: The Ultimate Success Strategy | |
| Unit 2 | Efficient and Effective Testing Strategies | |
| Unit 3 | Q/A: Special LEGO Pieces and Where to Find Them | |
| Unit 4 | Using LEGO Digital Designer to Share Ideas | |
| Module 3 | EV3 Programming for FLL | |
| Learn to program robot missions quickly and effectively. | ||
| Unit 1 | Basic EV3 Programming Overview and Orientation | |
| Unit 2 | Michael's Mission Programming Method | |
| Module 4 | Advanced Robot Base/Chassis Design and Construction | |
| A stable, accurate, and reliable robot base/chassis is foundational to FLL success. Learn some of the best practices for building world-class robot bases. | ||
| Unit 1 | Robot Chassis Design 201: Fun Demo Video | |
| Unit 2 | Robot Chassis Design 202: Drivetrain | |
| Unit 3 | Robot Chassis Design 203: Friction / "Free Wheels" | |
| Unit 4 | Robot Chassis Design 204: Optimal Weight Distribution | |
| Module 5 | Intermediate EV3 Programming Techniques for FLL | |
| More programming! These are skills you need to master if you want to design reliable programs. | ||
| Unit 1 | Using Sensors Effectively | |
| Unit 2 | Using Math Blocks and Variable Blocks (with Data Wires) | |
| Module 6 | More Mechanical Design Concepts | |
| Learn about specialized mechanisms and gadgets. | ||
| Unit 1 | Designing and Using Ratchet Mechanisms | |
| Unit 2 | Using Gears for FLL | |
| Unit 3 | Designing and Using a "One-Way Door" | |
| Unit 4 | Analysis/Dissection of a World-Class Robot | |
| Module 7 | Expert-Level EV3 Programming Concepts and Techniques for FLL | |
| Learn special techniques that will take your programming to the next level... | ||
| Unit 1 | When to Use "Unregulated" Motor Blocks | |
| Unit 2 | Building "Smart Turn" Subroutines for Precision Navigation | |
| Unit 3 | Organizing your Programs and Streamlining your Process | |
| Unit 4 | Prepping your Programs for Tech Judging | |
| Module 8 | Tutorials in Response to Student Questions | |
| Submit your questions by emailing michael@robot-academy.com! | ||
| Unit 1 | Coming Soon | |