Mar 31, 2015
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
ENGINEERING.UTEP.EDU
UTEP Robotic Outreach
• The UTEP Robotics Program is intended to attract students into engineering through their engagement in robotic competitions. The UTEP College of Engineering and its partners support several robotic competitions geared for students as young as 4th graders and up to high school students. Whatever your age group, robotic skills will be development, but more importantly team and life skills.
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Resources
• UTEP Information Web page: –http://engineering.utep.edu/plaza/rob
otics/uteprobotics.htm• FIRST main Web Page
–http://www.usfirst.org/ –http://www.youtube.com/user/FIRSTW
orldTube#p/c/3B1C4E0C4756E728/0/u7k5IxsixO4
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Program SummaryJrFLL FLL FTC FRC
Grade K -3rd 4th -8th 9th – 12th 9th – 12th
Age 6 – 9 9-14 14 - 18 14 - 18
Team size 2 - 6 10 10 15 - 25
Adult Coach / mentors
1 1-2 2 or more 2 + 2 or more
Robot type Simple Lego Lego NXT NXT /TETRIX AndyMark + NI + other
Programming N/A Mindstorm LabView / RobotC
LabView / RobotC
Challenge components
Research & Lego Model
Robot, Research, Teamwork
Outreach, Eng. Notebook,
Robot
Robot, Outreach,
Business LogEl Paso events Championship Championship Qualifier Kickoff
Registration / Parts / other (no Trvl incl)
$60 – $220 $350 - $770 $1250 - $2000 Reg. $5K-$7K / Parts. $1K - $10K
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FTC Cost
US Pricing
2012-2013 FTC Program Registration Fee $275
2012-2013 FTC Full Competition Kit (Including Mindstorms) $650 (can reuse previous season)
2012-2013 FTC Competition Kit (Without Mindstorms) $450 (can reuse)
2012-2013 FTC Resource Kit (optional extra parts) $199
2012-2013 Software Renewal Kit (included in registration) Free
Samantha WiFi Module ** $65(can reuse)
Event Registration Fee (depends on location) $50 - $300Travel Costs - food, lodging, gas, etc $0 - $500Team T-shirts (optional) $0 - $150
Additional Parts - sensors, motors etc. (optional) $0 - $500
Total Budget (Depends on team ) Rookie: $1250 - $2000Veteran: $275 - $1000
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FLL Cost
US Pricing
Annual Registration (required) $225
Optional FLL Robot set (Lego Mindstorms) . Only needed if you don’t have a robot. $420
Annual Field Setup kit including mat and Lego parts. A set can be shared by multiple teams. (optional but recommended) $75
Local event registration (El Paso) $50
Other Materials (T-shirts, more Lego sets, food, etc.) ???
Typical rookie team budget $770
Typical veteran team budget $350
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Calendar 2012-2013JrFLL FLL FTC FRC
Registration Opens August 2012 5/7/2012 5/4/2012 Late August
Challenge released August 2012 8/28/2012 Mid Sep ,2012 1/5/2013
Registration Closes Before event Late Sep, 2012 Before event Before event
UTEP Kickoff N/A Mid Sep ,2012 Mid Sep ,2012 1/5/2013
Technical workshops N/A 9/10/2012 and more TBA
Mid Sep ,2012and more TBA
1/5/2013 and others TBA
UTEP event registration
Sep 2012 – Jan 2013
Sep 2012 – Jan 2013
Sep 2012 – Jan 2013
October 2012
UTEP Tournament (Tentative)
February 16, 2013
*Subject to change
February 16, 2013
*Subject to change
January 26, 2013
N/A, must compete in
Dallas, Houston or San Antonio
Other Events Lubbock Championship
3/2/2013
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Main UTEP Contacts
• E-mail: [email protected]• Dr Virgilio Gonzalez - Faculty
–Phone (915) 747 6622• Gabby Gandara – Engineering
Student Services–Phone (915) 747-6945
For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology
The University of Texas at El Paso
July 2012
“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
FIRST®:
“To transform our culture by creating a world where science and technology are celebrated and where young people dream of becoming science and technology leaders.” Dean Kamen, Founder
Vision
Mission
To inspire young people to be science and technology leaders, by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering, and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership.
“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
“We want to change the culture by celebrating the mind. We need to show kids that it’s more fun to design and create a video game than it is to play one.”
Dean KamenFounder
Dean Kamen, FounderFIRST®:
“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
» 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity
» Founded 1989, by inventor Dean Kamen
» Headquarters in Manchester, NH
» Programs for K-12– FIRST® Robotics Competition (FRC ®) for
Grades 9-12 (ages 14-18), 1992– FIRST ® Tech Challenge (FTC ®) for
Grades 9-12 (ages 14-18), 2005– FIRST ® LEGO® League (FLL ®)
for Grades 4-8 (ages 9-16; 9-14 in the U.S. and Canada), 1998
– Junior FIRST ® LEGO ® League (Jr.FLL ™) for Grades K-3 (ages 6-9), 2005
» FIRST Place R&D facility and science & technology resource to the community
Who We AreFIRST®:
“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
FIRST® Programs:
FIRST Learning… never stops building upon itself, starting at age 6 and continuing through
middle and high-school levels up to age 18. Young people can join at any level. Participants
master skills and concepts to aid in learning science and technology through robotics, while
gaining valuable career and life skills.
“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
“…It’s like life. You never have enough information. You never have enough time. The kit of materials is what you have in the warehouse. There are always competing things and you must have a strategy. We’ve created a microcosm of the real engineering experience.”
Woodie Flowers FIRST National
Advisor
How It WorksFIRST® Robotics Competition:
“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
» Combines the excitement of sport with science and technology
» Creates a unique varsity Sport for the Mind™
» Grade 9-12 students (ages 14-18) discover the value of education and careers in science, technology, and engineering
How It WorksFIRST® Robotics Competition:
“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
» Mission is to INSPIRE, not EDUCATE
» BUT look at what is involved:– Math (algebra, geometry, trig, calculus)– Science (physics, chemistry,
experimentation)– Language arts (writing, public speaking)– Business (marketing, PR, fundraising)– Finance (accounting)– Computer Science (programming, 3D
animation)– Fabrication (woodworking, metalworking)– Mentorship: Working side-by-side with
professionals– Teamwork– Gracious ProfessionalismTM
– CoopertitionTM
FIRST® Robotics Competition:
“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
» Program for Grade 9-12 students (ages 14-18) designed to extend reach of FIRST
» Creates a bridge between the FIRST LEGO League and the FIRST Robotics Competition
» Accessible, affordable FIRST experience » Lower cost per team» No machine shop required
» Teams use a modular platform to design and build robots
How It WorksFIRST® Tech Challenge:
“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
» Problem Solving and Creativity
» Present children with a new real-world problem each year
» Design, build, and program robots using LEGO MINDSTORMS®
» Research challenges facing today’s scientists
» Unleash thinking, energy and fun
» Teams of Children and Coaches
» Grades 4-8 (ages 9-16; 9-14 in the U.S. and Canada)
» Work as a team» Learn with adults and mentors
How It WorksFIRST® LEGO® League:
“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
» Introduces 6 to 9 year-olds (Grades K-3) to the fun of science and technology
» New real-world Challenge project each year, based on the same theme as FLL
» Design and construct a model using LEGO bricks and moving parts
» Create “Show Me” poster depicting team’s research journey
» Learn from and interact with mentors
How It WorksJunior FIRST® LEGO® League:
“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
FIRST® Robotics Competition: 2012 FRC Season
» 2,075 teams
» Close to 52,000 high-school students
» From 9 countries: Australia, Brazil, Canada (3 provinces), Germany, Israel, Mexico, Turkey, U.K., U.S. (48 states)
» 49 Regionals/State Championships9 District Competitions
» 340 teams advance to FIRST Championship
“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
In 2012, close to 52,000 high-school students on 2,075 FIRST Robotics Competition teams are participating in the excitement and intensity of science and technology.
Inspiring StudentsImpact:
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“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
» Case History: Chatsworth High School, Los Angeles, CA
» 60% students graduate
» Less than 50% go on to college
» Every FIRST participant graduated on time, attended college and many enrolled in honors and advanced placement course
Academic SuccessImpact:
“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
» Case History: East Technical High School, Cleveland, OH
» “Just 5 years ago…an urban school…slated for closing. We’ve become the science/engineering magnet school… More students try out for FIRST team than football and basketball combined.”
» Enrollment from 900 to 1400
» Attendance rates from 60% to 82%
» FIRST team (includes 5 females) all graduated, all received scholarships including Case Western Reserve, Cornell, MIT, Air Force Academy, Ohio State, Georgetown
Academic SuccessImpact:
“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
ScholarshipsImpact:
More than $14 million in scholarship awards available to FIRST participants
“I am very thankful for the inspiration that the FIRST experience gave me, and for this scholarship that allows me to be at a top institution, headed for a challenging and intriguing career.”
Drew Blackburn, FRC AlumniGeorgia Tech FIRST Scholarship Winner
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“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
» FIRST students vs. comparison group
» Seek education in science & technology» Twice as likely to major in science or engineering» More than three times as likely to major specifically in engineering
Education in Science & TechnologyImpact:
Source: Brandeis University, Center for Youth and Communities, Heller School for Social Policy and Management
“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
Careers in Science & TechnologyImpact:
» FIRST students vs. comparison group
» Earn career opportunities: » Almost ten times more likely to have
internship
» Expect to pursue science & technology careers:
» More than twice as likely to pursue S&T career
» Nearly four times as likely to pursue career specifically in engineering
Source: Brandeis University, Center for Youth and Communities, Heller School for Social Policy and Management
“…to create a world where science and technology are
celebrated….where young people dream of becoming
science and technology heroes….”
Dean Kamen, Founder
» “This is the only sport I know of where everybody who plays can become a pro.” Walter P. Havenstein Chief Executive Officer
» “I'm standing in front of some of the best and brightest in the U.S. and from around the world, and I know you're going to do things that people said could never be done.” Joe Astroth, Ph.D.VP of Learning and Education
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