Underwater Robotics Programs
with Atlantis S.T.E.A.M.
Sessions for Grades 4-10
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Atlantis S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) is a local non-profit that offers classes in underwater robotics. Learn the basics of R.O.V.’s (Remotely Operated Vehicles) and become familiar with buoyancy, thrusters, and manipulators as well as motor control and electrical circuits. Some classes will provide the opportunity to test ROVs in local waters.
For full class descriptions, visit www. swparks.org/robotics
Instructor: Ash Bystrom,
Location: Atlantis STEAM, 9289 Hwy 525, Clinton (Next to Lincoln Computer on the Highway)
Bring: Lunch, snack, weather appropriate clothing & hat (outdoor classes)
Min 4/Max 8 (except where noted)
Offerings: See summary below, then look further down for detailed info.
- Underwater Robotics I for Grades 4-6
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, July 7-11, 9:00am-2:00pm Fee $315
- Underwater Robotics I for Grades 7-10
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, July 14-18, 9:00am – 2:00pm Fee $315
- Underwater Robotics I for Grades 4-6
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, July 21- 25, 9:00am – 2:00pm Fee $315
- Underwater Robotics II for Grades 4-10
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, July 28- August 1, 9:00am – 2:00pm Fee $315
- Underwater Robotics II for Grades 4-10
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, August 11-15, 9:00am – 2:00pm Fee $315
- Intro to Competition Underwater Robotics Grades 4-10
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, August 18-22, 9:00am-2:00pm Fee $350
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Underwater Robotics I
Grades 4-6; Grades 7-10
Build an underwater robot! Working in groups, students will learn the skills of building an underwater robot, or “ROV”, (Remotely Operated Vehicle) as they assemble a practice ROV in class. In addition to learning how to solder wire connections, students will become familiar with thrusters, manipulators, cameras, buoyancy, motor control, and electric circuits. Students will test the practice ROVs by piloting their robots and completing tasks underwater.
All participants will be expected to follow our “Safety First” protocols, which includes both physical and emotional/psychological safety.
Underwater Robotics II
Grades 4-10
Prerequisite: Underwater Robotics I or permission of Instructor
Building upon their ROV knowledge, students will expand their learning about manipulators, water proofing cameras, joy-stick controllers, and other new skills as they work in groups to create practice underwater robots. Students will test their new tools on their practice ROVs by attempting to complete tasks underwater.
Intro Competition Underwater Robotics
Grades 4-10
This camp is focused on taking a deep dive into competitive underwater robotics. Students will receive hands-on experience in skills building for underwater robotics as well as learn about graphic design, marketing communications, engineering concepts, and ocean science without the pressures of competition. Yes, participants will also be flying underwater robots! All participants will be expected to follow our “Safety First” protocols, which includes both physical and emotional/psychological safety.
Requirement: Entry with instructor permission only. Serious intent to compete on underwater robotics teams during the 2024-2025 school year, this is not for those looking for a camp. Underwater Robotics I is highly suggested, along with experience or a passion for STEAM, however, non-tech students such as graphic artists and writers with a passion for the ocean and their world, are encouraged to participate. Those on competition teams can use this time to hone skills, learn new techniques while in a relaxed environment.