Welcome to the Firestone Robotics website! We are a group of individuals with a similar mindset; think, create, destroy, and repeat.
We compete in VEX Robotics tournaments all across the state every year and work our hardest to create not only decent robots but also knowledgeable students and leaders of the future.
The club is lead by the club president, Jared Borodkin, and our advisor Dan Spak, as well as the hundreds of helpful parents and volunteers.
We can't wait to compete during this 2018 - 2019 season and hope to see everyone at worlds this year!
PLTW Curriculum
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WHAT IS PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING?
P.O.E.
The Principles of Engineering class at Firestone High School is often considered one of the most important classes for an engineering student. This is due to it being an introduction course to physics and materials, teaching students the basics to many varieties of engineering fields. While it is important, it is also a very challenging class, often being compared to a college level physics class. It is also one of the three Foundation classes.
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"Through problems that engage and challenge, students explore a broad range of engineering topics, including mechanisms, the strength of structures and materials, and automation. Students develop skills in problem solving, research, and design while learning strategies for design process documentation, collaboration, and presentation."
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- Project Lead the Way; POE
WHAT ARE THE COURSE HIGHLIGHTS?
Calculate The Forces That Act On A Truss
You'll be taught how to calculate the forces that act upon a truss.
Calculate Mechanical Advantage
You will be able to calculate the mechanical advantage of a system.
Calculate Forces and Moments
You will learn how to calculate a force and moment.
Experience Working As A Team
You will learn valuable teamwork skills.
Use West Point Bridge Design Software
You will be able to use West Point Bridge Design Software to create a stable bridge.
Create A Simple Machine
You will learn about the seperate classes of simple machine and how to make them.
WHERE CAN I LEARN MORE ABOUT PLTW?
Follow the picture below for more information on Project Lead The Way.
