Emmanuel Catholic College Curriculum Handbook
Year 8

Robot IT

This subject is an introduction to coding and computer science by way of making and designing, using microcontroller boards and various software coding environments. With a focus on robotics, students engage in a project-based curriculum where they construct physical objects whilst solving design problems. Students develop skills using programming code and computer science concepts. 

This subject covers a range of content through practical tasks including: 

  • Programming using block and Python languages 
  • Design and troubleshooting of algorithms 
  • Electronics, circuits and power supplies 
  • Hardware components and how they work within a device. 

Contact Information
Mr Brad Nicholas
Head of Technologies
Brad.Nicholas@cewa.edu.au