College of Inform & Comp Sci 256 - Make: Physical Computing
Spring
2026
01LL
F 10:10AM 12:10PM
UMass Amherst
76579
Lederle Grad Res Center A104A
Inspired by the Maker movement, this course provides a hands-on introduction to physical computing: sensing and responding to the physical world using computers. Specific topics include: basic electronics and circuit design, microcontroller programming using Arduinos, sensing and responding to the physical world, rapid prototyping (3D printing and laser cutting etc.), soft circuits and wearable electronics. The course will encourage and empower students to invent, design, and build practical hardware projects that interact with the physical world.
Open to freshman, sophomore, and junior BS-CS students. COMPSCI 187/CICS 210 w/ C & R1
Multiple required components--lab and/or discussion section. To register, submit requests for all components simultaneously.