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SUMMARY PAMPHLET
Presented By:
Don Bertrand Founder & Managing Director RoboAchievement Co LLC 250 West Main Street, Suite 222 Branford, CT 06405 Tel: 203 430-3141
Website: http://roboachiever.com
RoboAchiever
STEM Learning Systems
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The RoboAchiever STEM Learning Enrichment Sytem
We all now know the importance and benefits of STEM learning for our youth to advance and
today's workers retain pace with new job demands. STEM stands for science, technology,
engineering and math. We hear it's important, but where do we begin? Isn't it simply too
costly, too hard, totally boring and just plain not worth the effort.
Well fret no more! At last, a fun, new, fresh approach to the STEM tech learning we now all
seek to engage. RoboAchiever!
The goal of our 4 sequenced RoboAchiever program modules is to create an exciting, fun
learning environment, in which students, teachers, parents, and jobseekers in pursuit of
retraining can collaboratively engage, that instills confidence, and inspires additional learning
and self-development in the STEM areas of math, computer science, engineering and
technology. We champion such educational studies as reveal promise for enhanced math,
science and tech learning when undertaken in a multi-disciplinary fashion, implemented on a
project-based learning approach.
The freedom associated with hands-on trial and error engagement, coupled with team student
interaction and common assistance, enhanced by physical, real-world interaction can increase
likely student understanding and retention of such math challenges and science concepts as are
confronted in our learning sessions.
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Our business motto as revealed on our website is "Learning Discovered, Not Delivered", in
keeping with our belief in a hands-on, project-based learning approach.
From Basic Math to 3D Printing, we go beyond the traditional Robotics programs with a
sequenced learning curriculum that pursues a multi-disciplinary approach to learning. With a
program fine-tuned over 4 years of onsite study, customer feedback and implementation, you
receive the benefit of tested field refinement. The RoboAchievement Co LLC infrastructure is
geared to undertake the most demanding of program implementation environments and our
primary concern is on providing an economical and methodological approach to the process.
The following are key beneficial aspects of our approach:
Solution1: Instant turnkey STEM learning setup at your facility
Solution2: Accessible and affordable entry-level introduction to STEM learning without
presumption of prior tech knowledge or achievement level
Solution3: Flexible course delivery schedule to meet your onsite program delivery needs
We look forward to working with you to build a strong partnership in advancing your STEM
learning development goals for the population you serve.
In addition to the above-described course modules, we offer additional STEM-related products
and services to suit your varied needs, as further discussed in this Guide:
� 3-Session Mini-Mods (mini modules) based on Thames & Kosmos educational project
learning kits; perfect for Summer Camps or small afterschool programs (12 participants)
$450 (includes instructor fee)
� Robotics Nights – a day or evening event of 5 science and robotics-themed game
challenge events for youth, parents or caretakers (60 participants) $800
� STEM Talks – "Robotics:
Robotics – A Gateway Entry to Student STEM Learning $300
Beyond Robotics – The Emergence of Mechatronics Multiskilled Learning $300
* All prices subject to change post-publication without notice.
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Youth Curriculum
ROBOACHIEVER The RoboAchiever program is designed to support and reinforce the learning that takes place
during the school day. It supports the development of numeracy skills through activities where
students apply math concepts they are learning in class. It is primarily geared toward
elementary grades 3 – 6. Through 4 game levels, it provides online study in the areas of Basic
Math addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; all in a fun hands-on, game adventure
learning environment.
RoboDigital
RoboDigital is an accessible, fun gateway to student STEM learning.
LEGO MINDSTORMS RCX ARDUINO DAGU MINIBOT
RobotC Programming Electronic Circuit Design Robot Construction
Our RoboDigital learning system provides a beginner’s program to the fundamentals of
computer programming, electronics, and robotic design and construction. The goal is to
advance the learner's skill level and foster their confidence and enthusiasm for continued
learning and discovery.
Adult Curriculum
RoboCrafts RoboCrafts consists of study of 3 segments: Helicopters – Mechanical Assembly – Hydroponics.
HELICOPTERS
In the first segment students are introduced to the basic physics of flight, and the
corresponding functions of the various helicopter and airplane components. Computerized
Real Flight Simulator program is utilized to implement simulated R/C helicopter flight
navigation, followed by actual R/C helicopter test flights made available to students upon
conclusion of this segment.
MECHANICS
In this segment students build a variety of R/C vehicles and structures using Thames and
Kosmos "Remote Control Machines" construction kit.
HYDROPONICS
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The students plant seeds in water-based nutrient environment that they manage. They learn of
a plant’s basic nutrient and growth needs, as well the environmental hazards harmful to
growth.
MATH COMPONENT
The RoboCrafts program includes a foundational math enrichment component with focus on
Trigonometry.
RoboMachines The goal of this program is to introduce learners to the fields of mechanical systems and control
systems, the two additional knowledge areas beyond computer programming and electronics
covered in RoboDigital. From design to construction, here, in RoboMachines, we will begin with
computer-assisted parts and tool design and end with an introduction to parts construction
through 3D printing. The topics covered include CAD (computer-aided design) using Google
Sketchup, Blueprint Reading, CNC (computerized numeric controls), and 3D printing.
Pricing *
Program costs can roughly be calculated on a per-hour basis averaging $120 - $150/hr ($180 -
$225/session) which includes 3 workstation setups, laptop use with internet access, all kits and
materials returnable on course completion, and instructor.
NOTE:
Courses consist of 1-1/2 hr sessions and serve up to 12 learner participants for
recommended 2-3 sessions per week. Reduced cost implementation available if you take
advantage of our Free Professional Development training for your staff or volunteers to serve
as course guides in lieu of our instructors.
Custom-tailored, mix-and-match module component offerings also available at
like affordable prices.
* Post-publication fees subject to change without notice.
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STEM Talk Presentations
Don Bertrand serves as a speaker on the importance of STEM learning and gateway-entry
programs. He has been a consistent workshop presenter at the Bridgeport Annual STEM
Conference.
TV Host Reverend Al Sharpton was Keynote
Speaker at the Kick-off event of this 2014
STEM Conference, with Don Bertrand and
the RoboAchiever team hosting Technology
Night the following evening, followed by
Don's "Beyond Robotics" workshop included
as part of the week's closing sessions.
Hosted by the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, Bridgeport, CT
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Don's available presentation topics include:
Robotics – A Gateway Entry to Student STEM Learning $300
Beyond Robotics – The Emergence of Mechatronics Multiskilled Learning $300
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Hosted STEM Game Challenge Events
Hosted by RoboAchiever at your site, serves up to 90 parents and students organized in 10
competitive teams to navigate 5 STEM-related game contest challenge events. Great Learning!
Great Fun! 2-1/2 hr session $800.
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Mini-Mods (5 session mini modules)
Packaged learning modules delivered at your site as 5-session programs at reduced cost and
size, called by us "Mini-Mods." Presently featured projects (exhibited on our website store)
include a choice of either:
Remote-Control Machines
Solar Mechanics
Alternate program projects may be selected from among a large array of fun, hands-on project
learning kits shown on our website as an authorized Dealer of Thames&Kosmos educational
products company. Sample project subjects focus on physics, chemistry, botany, biology, earth
lab, electronics, etc.
All are assured to provide great learning fun.
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Education Kits
We are proud to serve as an accredited Dealer of the Thames & Kosmos product line of hands-on
educational learning kits. Please visit our online store at http://roboachiever.teamr.com to view
presently featured products as may be of special learning development interest to you. Also, please
contact us for such volume purchase discounts as may be available to your organization.