Interdisciplinary Arts 0117 - Arduino for Everyone

This course will familiarize the student with the basic principles and techniques of programming and using Arduino microcontroller boards and integrating them with sensor and actuator circuits. Emphasis on general problem-solving skills and creativity in developing programs and circuits. This will be a project-based course; the majority of class time will be spent experimenting and building. Prior engineering experience not required, but the student should be comfortable with basic analytical thought and a beginning familiarity with simple electronics. All students will be using their own laptop and a provided USB cable to communicate with the Arduinos.

Arts, Design, and Media Independent Work Quantitative Skills Lab fee: $90.00 Students are expected to spend at least six to eight hours a week of preparation and work outside of class time. This time includes reading, writing, research, project work, and, as needed, attendance at TA sessions.