EL_P02: Intro to Arduino Microcontrollers using TinkerCAD (Online)

Hands-on learning with simulated real-looking Arduino Microcontroller, Components, and testing equipment. Programming is done using Block Coding similar to Scratch and code can be copied to your own Arduino later to try at home.

1. Students are introduced to the basic functions of the Arduino Microcontroller using TinkerCAD Circuits' amazing electronics simulator. You will learn how to do simple programming of the Arduino Microcomputer and see how it can connect to switches and LEDs in a visually accurate, functional simulator that is designed for easy use. No components to buy, no soldering.

2. Get hands-on practice by building with real-looking components.
With TinkerCAD you can learn to work with the Arduino UNO, a variety of components, breadboards, and test instruments. You will also learn how to use the code on your own Arduino board.

TinkerCAD Circuits has many other components, sensors and displays (not covered in the basic class) to extend your skills.

Prerequisites: None. Familiarity with Lego Robots (EV3/NXT) or Scratch programming will help.

Virtual Access - the link is available upon registration only. Look for the email with the zoom link! Email us at support@nova-labs.org if you do not receive it within 15 minutes.

***Your instructor, Nick Carter, is donating all proceeds for this class to Nova Labs. You may contact him at nick.carter@nova-labs.org.