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WHO

Individuals keen to develop new skills with programming and electronics

WHAT

Fundamentals of microcontroller architecture, programming, and electronics, using Arduino platform and C++ programming

COST

£95 Inc VAT

DURATION

1 Day

Overview

Get started with programming with this introductory course on Arduino and C++ programming! Learn about microcontroller architecture, input and output pins, schematics, and more. Get started with the fundamentals of electronics and take the first step towards mastering digital innovation.

About the course

Understand the basics of microcontroller architecture, programming, and electronics.

The course is taught by industry experts who have extensive experience in the field and will guide you through the process of using Arduino and C++ programming to create innovative digital solutions.

 

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the basics of microcontroller architecture
  • Be able to use input and output pins to control external devices
  • Read schematics and understand electronic components
  • Be familiar with the Arduino Integrated Development Environment (IDE)
  • Write and execute basic C++ programs on an Arduino microcontroller board

 

What you will learn

Learn how to effectively utilise input and output pins for the control of external devices by simulating everyday devices like a traffic light controller.

 

As you progress, you’ll start to understand schematics and be able to specify electronic components.

 

Familiarity with the Arduino Integrated Development Environment (IDE) will become second nature, allowing you to seamlessly create, edit, and manage projects. Through hands-on experience, you’ll get to grips with writing and executing elementary C++ programs on an Arduino microcontroller board.

Short course stories

The past couple of years I wanted to get into electronics, but there was loads of entry requirements, but I’ve surprised myself what I can learn in just one day.

Zachary Barrance – Events Manager

I didn’t expect it to be as fun as it was, Ive never had such an experience of learning something and being able to apply it so quickly afterwards. The quality of teaching was really high.

Zachary Barrance – Events Manager

Having someone there to teach us, showed me that it isn’t actually that big and scary, that’s what made it perfect for me.

Zachary Barrance – Events Manager

Meet your STEAMhouse trainer

Chris Evans is a highly experienced engineer who currently works at STEAMhouse as Head of Product Innovation and Operations .

He is has years of experience working for the faculty of Computing, Engineering, and the Built Environment. Chris has been instrumental in driving exciting changes at the university over the years, including the organisation of the yearly robotics competition, Techfest.

In his roles at BCU he was responsible for managing all laboratories in the Electronics, Robotics & Engineering department. He teaches on the common first and foundation year modules and provides technical support to all students on those courses. He supported other academic staff in their teaching and provided assistance to a group of some 400 students. Chris is a highly skilled and dedicated professional, who is passionate about engineering and education.

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