Year 4: Expert Robotics and Innovation

September: Review and Capstone Planning
– Quick review of advanced concepts.
– Planning capstone projects for the year.
– Project: Define and plan a capstone project.

October: Specialized Topics in Robotics
– Exploring specialized fields (e.g., underwater robotics, space robotics).
– Guest lectures from industry experts.
– Project: Research and present on a specialized field.

November: Advanced AI and Machine Learning
– Deep learning and neural networks for robotics.
– Implementing advanced AI models.
– Project: Integrate deep learning into a robot project.

December: Robotics in Industry
– Exploring industrial robotics applications.
– Case studies of robots in manufacturing, healthcare, etc.
– Project: Design a robot for a specific industrial application.

January: Capstone Project Development
– Focused work on capstone projects.
– Regular reviews and feedback sessions.
– Project: Ongoing development of capstone projects.

February: Robotics and Ethics
– Ethical considerations in robotics and AI.
– Understanding the societal impact of robotics.
– Project: Develop guidelines for ethical robot design.

March: Advanced Fabrication and Prototyping
– Using advanced fabrication techniques (e.g., laser cutting, CNC machining).
– Rapid prototyping methods.
– Project: Fabricate parts for the capstone project.

April: Final Integration and Testing
– Final assembly and testing of capstone projects.
– Troubleshooting and optimization.
– Project: Complete and refine capstone projects.

May: Capstone Presentation and Competition
– Preparing for final presentations and competitions.
– Presenting projects to a panel of judges.
– Project: Participate in a capstone showcase and competition.

June: Review and Graduation
– Reflecting on the four-year journey.
– Discussing future opportunities in robotics.
– Graduation ceremony and celebration of achievements.