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Robotics Bootcamp

Building tomorrow's engineers — one robot at a time.

Students assembling mBot robots
Ages 10–16

Igniting a Passion for Robotics and STEM

The SEN Robotics Bootcamp ignites elementary and junior high school students' passion for STEM through hands-on robotics and problem solving. Students work with different robot platforms — including mBots, EV3 kits and Arduino-based systems — moving from curious newcomers to confident builders and programmers. We believe in exposing students to multiple platforms so they understand the underlying concepts, not just one tool.

The bootcamp uses guided challenge progressions: students assemble their robots, program them to navigate obstacles, respond to sensors, and complete creative challenges. Every step builds confidence and capability.

10–16
Age Range
mBot · EV3 · Arduino
Platforms We Explore
100%
Hands-On
Curriculum

What Students Learn

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Robot Assembly

Students physically build and wire their robots from components — developing spatial reasoning, fine motor skills and a solid understanding of how machines work.

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Programming

Using block-based and text-based programming tools, students program their robots to move, sense and respond to the world around them.

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Problem Solving

Challenge-based tasks push students to think critically, troubleshoot errors and find creative engineering solutions under real conditions.

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Teamwork

Students work in small teams, learning to communicate, delegate and collaborate — skills that matter far beyond the robotics lab.

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Engineering Thinking

The design-build-test cycle teaches students to plan, execute, evaluate and iterate — the cornerstone of every engineering discipline.

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Challenge Showcase

Each cohort closes with a challenge event where students put their skills to the test in a fun, celebratory showcase of what they've built.

In Action

Bootcamp Moments

Student assembling mBot at Grace Prep Robotics Bootcamp Students working with robots Robotics Bootcamp students
Structure

How the Bootcamp Works

Session 1

Introduction & Orientation

Students are introduced to robotics, meet their teams, and receive their mBot kits. Basic orientation on the tools and safety.

Session 2

Robot Assembly

Teams assemble their mBot robots from scratch — screwing, connecting, wiring — building ownership of their machines.

Session 3

First Programs

Introduction to mBlock programming. Students write their first code to make the robot move, light up, and beep.

Session 4

Sensing & Responding

Students program sensors — ultrasonic and line-following — to make robots respond intelligently to their environment.

Final Session

Challenge Day & Showcase

Teams compete in a robot challenge and present to invited guests, families and school staff. A celebration of their achievement.

Bring the Robotics Bootcamp to Your School

We partner with schools and organizations across Ghana to deliver the Robotics Bootcamp. Reach out to discuss scheduling and logistics.

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Equip the Next Generation

Have Robots or Kits? Let's Partner.

Access to quality robotics equipment is one of the biggest barriers to expanding STEM education in Ghana. If your institution has robots, Arduino kits, EV3 sets or other equipment you'd like to put to work — we'd love to hear from you.

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Equipment Loans

Lend your robots or kits to SEN bootcamps. We handle logistics, maintenance and return — your equipment serves students and comes back in good shape.

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Donations

Donate robotics kits, Arduino components or other STEM tools to permanently expand SEN's capacity to reach more schools and students.

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Host a Bootcamp

If your university or institution has a well-equipped lab, consider hosting a SEN Robotics Bootcamp. We bring the students and facilitation — you provide the space and tools.

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