Pathfinders: Navigation & Innovation

About this workshop

Our April workshop builds on previous learning by advancing students into two exciting tracks: Navigation & Innovation and Capstone Build & Development.

Beginners focus on navigation systems, programming line-following robots that can stay on track, respond to stations, and make directional decisions using colour sensors. Through hands-on challenges, learners experiment with different coding approaches, debug issues like drifting or missed turns, and refine their robots for accuracy. This process strengthens their understanding of how sensors, logic, and movement work together, while also developing teamwork and persistence.

Advanced learners transition from planning to execution as they begin constructing their capstone projects. Using the blueprints developed in the previous month, they assemble their robots, integrate motors and sensors, and test key functionalities such as movement, detection, and decision-making. Along the way, they document their progress, refine their designs, and prepare for their final showcase presentations.

This is a free workshop and an exciting opportunity for students to deepen their robotics knowledge, strengthen problem-solving skills, and bring their ideas to life in a supportive, high-energy environment.