Full course description
Course Overview: A short interactive course to introduce you to the fundamental concepts of coding with the BBC micro:bit and learning how to navigate a Bit:Bot robot using the micro:bit. (Plus, a supply of Micro:Bits and a Bit:Bot robot for your class posted to school, limited to availability, email: schools@ulster.ac.uk).
This course provides an introduction to the exciting area of Computer programming which is offered as undergraduate degree courses here at Ulster University. During this short course you will have the opportunity to take part in six interactive lessons covering a range of topics including loops and event handling, decisions and conditions using the micro:bit and Bit:Bot robotic car.
Related Subjects: Design & Technology, ICT, Computing, Software Engineering, Digital Technology
NI Curriculum Links: This course compliments elements of the CCEA GCSE specification in Digital Technology, CCEA GCE specification in Digital Technology, CCEA GCE specification in Technology and Design, CCEA GCE specification in Software Systems Development and Extra-Curricular – Coding.
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