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2 day step by step course is aimed at developing
an understanding of the PIC programming
technology control language. Participants will
program the PIC16F819 supplied as part of the course
to control outputs such as LEDS, Motors, Buzzers
and Log Data. The PIC16F819 communicates directly
from the PC for Data logging, Direct PC Control
systems, Monitoring for Temperature/ Light/
Switches/ Voltages, etc. An application of this technology is a small programmable Robot. You will build and program your own robot using the award winning CoreChart program. Starting from simple movements the eRacer can be programmed to move forward, turn left and right, sound a buzzer, flash LEDs, interact with its surroundings and follow light sources, all controlled by YOU. This hands-on approach offers skill development in mechanics, electronics and programming techniques. This course provides teachers the opportunity to implement, in the classroom, various programming and design possibilities for students, both in electronics and real life control applications. Students will be able to participate in Line Following or Obstacle Avoidance competitions using the eRacer robots. ELabtronics and the University Robotic Mentor students will provide support. Microcontrollers have revolutionized the operation of all types of automated equipment. Whether it be the engine management system of a modern motor vehicle, the 'do it all' microwave in the kitchen or that new toy with its flashing lights and space age sounds, a microcontroller is sure to be at the heart of its operating system. Today approx. 14 billion microcontrollers are embedded in a multitude of gadgets and products. eLabtronics are the South Australia specialists who developed the world's first true Icon Assembler called CoreChart (bitset technology) for young students to fully exploit the power of the Microchip, giving them a head start of 5 years! Currently microcontroller programming is only taught at the University for 3 to 6 months. The CoreChart Robotic University / High School mentoring program won the 2002 University of South Australia Chancellor's Award. The CoreChart programming software is used by professional engineers to program high end industrial controllers, satellite Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Auto transmission systems etc. The eRacer can be re-programmed 100,000 times and has ample space for expansion. This could be your start to a journey of robotic innovation limited only by your imagination.
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