Advanced Robotics Holiday Program
Advanced Robotics Holiday Program
4 / 6 spots available
- Age: Yr 10- 12
- Duration: 120 mins, 5 Sessions
- Maximum 6 in a class
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In this course you will work with the state of the art VEX V5. This course is designed for students ready to dive deeper into engineering, programming, and competitive robotics. With a focus on team-based challenges, students will build, program, and refine their robots to compete in exciting tasks like Team Freeze Tag and Ring Leader.
Some programming experience is helpful.
Who Is This Course For?
Who Is This Course For?
- Students in Years 10 - 12 who have experience with basic robotics and want to advance their skills.
- Students interested in engineering, robotics, and programming who enjoy hands-on learning.
- Teams preparing for robotics competitions and want to enhance their building and coding skills.
- Not suitable for beginners – Students without robotics experience should start with Smart Builders.
Why Choose This Course?
Why Choose This Course?
- Hands-on, Challenge-Based Learning – Learn by building and competing!
- Industry-Relevant Skills – Gain practical experience in robotics, coding, and problem-solving.
- Competitive & Team-Oriented – Work in teams to design, program, and refine your robots.
Key 2025 Dates
Key 2025 Dates
Key Term Time Dates
- Term 1: 6 February to 11 April 2025
- Term 2: 29 April to 27 June 2025
- Term 3: 22 July to 26 September 2025
- Term 4: 14 October to 19 December 2025
Key Holiday Program Dates
- Easter Holidays: 21 April to 25 April 2025
- Winter Holidays: 7 July to 18 July 2025
- Spring Holidays: 29 September to 10 October 2025
- Summer Holidays: 22 December to 26 January 2026




Course Objectives
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Master Mechanical Design
Build complex robot structures and understand how different components work together.
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Develop Programming Skills
Use VEXcode EXP to program robots for autonomous and driver-controlled tasks.
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Enhance Strategic Thinking
Compete in engineering-based challenges, applying problem-solving and design thinking.
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Improve Teamwork & Communication
Work collaboratively to design, build, and refine robots in a competitive environment.
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Explore STEM Careers
Connect robotics concepts to real-world industries like automation, engineering, and AI.
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Competition Preparation
Develop strategies, refine robot performance, and practice teamwork to excel in robotics competitions, simulating real-world engineering challenges.