Physical Computing and Robotics · Algorithms & Programming

Inputs and Outputs

Programming hardware to respond to environmental changes like light, sound, or touch.

Key Questions

  1. 1How do sensors act as the 'senses' of a computer system?
  2. 2What are the challenges of calibration when using sensors in different environments?
  3. 3How would you design an automated system to improve classroom comfort?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: Computing - Programming and AlgorithmsKS2: Computing - Computer Systems and Networks
Year: Year 6
Subject: Computing
Unit: Physical Computing and Robotics
Period: Algorithms & Programming

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