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Table 7

Arduino Programming and Control system - Learning Objectives, Assignments and outcomes.

	Intended Learning Objectives	Proposed Assignments	Observed Learning Outcomes
Arduino Programming	• Apply C language in Arduino programming • Create the interface to link the Arduino board with the sensors and actuators	• Participants must test directly in the robot and create a function, call it sensR(), that reads the left ultrasound sensor and converts its measurements in millimeters • Create a function, call it sensF(), that reads the front infrared sensor and converts its measurements in millimeters. • Create a function that reads the difference between the numbers of pulses counted by the encoders on each wheel since last request	• The participants shown good response to the Arduino module • The assessment of the assignment was positive • All groups were able to plan, organize and execute the task
Kinematics & Control	• Relate kinematics with the robot control system • Create and implement a kinematic model of a differential drive robot	• Adapt and merge the codes to the real hardware; i.e., for the motor driver, motor and encoder of the robot. The control of speed and direction of both wheels considering a command velocity comprising linear and angular velocities, following the presented scheme	• The evaluation of all participants was positive, highlighting the interpersonal help between each team.

	Intended Learning Objectives	Proposed Assignments	Observed Learning Outcomes
Arduino Programming	• Apply C language in Arduino programming • Create the interface to link the Arduino board with the sensors and actuators	• Participants must test directly in the robot and create a function, call it sensR(), that reads the left ultrasound sensor and converts its measurements in millimeters • Create a function, call it sensF(), that reads the front infrared sensor and converts its measurements in millimeters. • Create a function that reads the difference between the numbers of pulses counted by the encoders on each wheel since last request	• The participants shown good response to the Arduino module • The assessment of the assignment was positive • All groups were able to plan, organize and execute the task
Kinematics & Control	• Relate kinematics with the robot control system • Create and implement a kinematic model of a differential drive robot	• Adapt and merge the codes to the real hardware; i.e., for the motor driver, motor and encoder of the robot. The control of speed and direction of both wheels considering a command velocity comprising linear and angular velocities, following the presented scheme	• The evaluation of all participants was positive, highlighting the interpersonal help between each team.