Introduction to Autonomous Systems
Students are introduced to the concept of autonomous systems and how they make decisions without constant human intervention.
Key Questions
- Explain what makes a system 'autonomous' compared to a remote-controlled system.
- Compare the decision-making process of a human to a simple autonomous robot.
- Predict the benefits and challenges of autonomous systems in everyday life.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
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