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Robotics & Electronics

Girls Building the Future

Join other girls in our dedicated robotics lab. Learn engineering, programming, and problem-solving through hands-on projects.

Robotics & Electronics
Free Training Program

Robotics & Electronics

Duration

3 Months

Class Size

20 Students

For Girls

Ages 14-22

Certificate

Yes

Welcome to the exciting world of robotics and electronics! In this hands-on program, you'll learn to build and program real robots, work with sensors and motors, and understand the electronics that power our modern world.

No previous experience needed. You'll start with the basics of circuits and programming, then progress to building increasingly complex robots. By the end, you'll have built your own robot and learned skills that can lead to careers in engineering, automation, and technology.

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Our Robotics Lab

Fully equipped with everything you need to build and program robots

Arduino Kits

Professional Arduino microcontroller kits for learning

Robot Components

Motors, sensors, wheels, and chassis for building

Electronics Lab

Breadboards, resistors, LEDs, and circuit components

Programming Stations

Computers with all necessary software installed

Tools & Equipment

Soldering irons, multimeters, and testing equipment

3D Printer

Print custom parts for your robot designs

What You'll Learn

Program Curriculum

From basic circuits to advanced robotics - everything you need to know

Introduction to Electronics

Learn the basics of electricity, circuits, and electronic components. Understand voltage, current, resistance, and how to build simple circuits on breadboards.

Arduino Programming

Master the Arduino platform. Learn to write code that controls LEDs, motors, and sensors. Understand digital and analog inputs and outputs.

Motors & Movement

Learn about different types of motors - DC, servo, and stepper. Control motor speed and direction to make your robots move.

Sensors & Inputs

Work with ultrasonic sensors, light sensors, temperature sensors, and touch sensors. Teach your robots to sense and respond to their environment.

Robot Construction

Design and build your own robot chassis. Learn mechanical assembly, weight distribution, and how to integrate all components.

Autonomous Programming

Program your robot to make decisions and navigate autonomously. Implement line-following, obstacle avoidance, and maze-solving algorithms.

Wireless Control

Learn to control robots remotely using Bluetooth, WiFi, or radio frequency. Build robots that can be operated from a smartphone.

Final Robot Project

Build a complete robot of your own design. Present your project at our annual robotics showcase and competition.

Student Projects

What Our Students Build

Examples of robots and projects created by girls in our program

Line Follower Robot

Line Follower Robot

An autonomous robot that follows a black line on a white surface using infrared sensors.

Arduino Sensors Autonomous
Obstacle Avoidance Robot

Obstacle Avoidance Robot

A robot that navigates through a room without bumping into obstacles using ultrasonic sensors.

Ultrasonic Navigation Autonomous
Bluetooth Controlled Car

Bluetooth Controlled Car

A robot car controlled wirelessly from a smartphone app using Bluetooth communication.

Bluetooth Mobile App Remote Control

Annual Robotics Competition

At the end of each program, we host a robotics competition where students showcase their robots and compete in challenges. Winners receive prizes and recognition, and all participants gain valuable experience.

50+

Student Teams

10

Participating Schools

3

Competition Categories

Meet Your Instructor

Robotics Engineer

Learn from a passionate female engineer with experience in robotics and automation

Dr. Temwa Phiri

Dr. Temwa Phiri

Robotics Engineer & STEM Educator

Dr. Temwa holds a PhD in Mechatronics Engineering and has worked on robotics projects in Africa and Europe. She is passionate about introducing girls to engineering and has designed our robotics curriculum to be hands-on, accessible, and fun. Her mentees have gone on to study engineering at universities across Africa and have won awards in international robotics competitions.

Why Choose This Program

Program Features

Everything you need to succeed in robotics

Starter Kit Included

Each student receives an Arduino starter kit to keep

Fully Equipped Lab

Access to professional robotics and electronics equipment

Team Projects

Learn collaboration by building robots in teams

Competition Experience

Participate in our annual robotics competition

Certification

Nationally recognized certificate upon completion

University Pathways

Connections to engineering programs at universities

Your Future

Careers in Robotics

Robotics skills open doors to many exciting careers

Robotics Engineer

Design and build robots for industry

Electronics Engineer

Design electronic systems and circuits

Embedded Systems Developer

Program the software inside devices

Automation Engineer

Design automated manufacturing systems

Automotive Engineer

Work on vehicle electronics and systems

Researcher

Advance the field of robotics

Success Stories

Our Robotics Graduates

Girls who discovered their passion for engineering

I never imagined I could build a robot. The robotics program showed me that engineering is creative and fun. Our team won second place in the competition! Now I'm studying electrical engineering at the university.
Zione
Zione Banda

Robotics Graduate, 2024

The robotics program taught me how to solve problems systematically. I loved working with sensors and programming. I now mentor younger girls in the program and plan to study mechatronics.
Temwa
Temwa Phiri

Robotics Graduate, 2023

Our team built a robot that could sort objects by color using sensors. We presented at a national science fair and won a scholarship. This program changed my life.
Chisomo
Chisomo Mwale

Robotics Graduate, 2024

Ready to Build Robots?

Join our Robotics & Electronics program and discover the thrill of creating robots that move, sense, and respond. Free for all girls and young women.

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