Robot Control Principles · SHS1 Robotics

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 1.1.2.LI.2 - Describe the attributes and functionalities of a robot’s subsystems and how they interconnect.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Name and describe the four main subsystems of a robot: the control system, the sensing system, the actuation system, and the power system.
Explain the specific function of each subsystem using accurate technical language.
Trace the flow of information and energy between subsystems, describing how they interconnect to produce robot behaviour.
Predict and document the observable effect on a robot’s function when a specific subsystem is disconnected or removed.
Justify why a given system is or is not a robot by referring to the presence and interconnection of its subsystems.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Principles of Robotic Systems (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Robot Control Principles (1.2)
Content standard: 1.1.2.CS.1 - 1.1.2.CS.1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of robot subsystems and their functions. 1.1.2.LO.1 Assess various systems, classify whether they fall under robotic or non-robotic systems, and outline the functions of the subsystems of robots.
Indicator: 1.1.2.LI.2 - Describe the attributes and functionalities of a robot's subsystems and how they interconnect.
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 6 (Week 6 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 34

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Talk for Learning: Through questioning, initiate a session with an interactive talk with learners on the sub-systems of robots and how they are interconnected. Structure thoughts of learners using concept maps.

Experiential Learning: After identifying the various subsystems, learners work in groups using either a simulated robot or a real working robot. To help with their research on the role and significance of the various subsystems, they detach or disconnect the subsystems (in no particular order), one after the other, from the robot while documenting their observed effects and share with the class.

Assessment (1.1.2.AS.2). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning; Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Videos
- Pictures
- Assembled robots