Workshop: Arduino - New England Sci-Tech Inc

HomeWorkshop: Arduino

(Quicklink: https://nescitech.org/arduino)

For students grade 6th to adult.

Let us introduce you to one of the most dynamic areas in the Maker’s world – microcontrollers.

These little machines can do amazing things and are adding new capabilities as the basic building blocks get more powerful over time. One of the most popular microcontroller platforms is ‘Arduino.'

In this series of courses, you’ll learn the basics of coding and electronics, using simple “recipes” in each lesson to see the results fast. Each lesson shows you a new concept you can master and builds your skills so you’ll be ready to tackle more advanced concepts later.

We are currently offering Arduino classes at the Beginner level. See details for class times and content below.

Pictured right: Students participating in an Arduino-powered laser tag battle at the end of the Beginner Workshops

Arduino Electronics - Introductory Course (3 weeks)

Weekly sessions with a full take home kit included. This introductory series will be an introduction to the concepts and techniques only. Those wishing to take it to the next level will be able to sign up for additional workshops or become NESciTech members to be able to come back and keep working on projects. Click here to go to the information page about this class.

Three Weekly 1.5-hr Sessions, Next session is (TBA), for Grade 4 through 9, Free for Members. At the conclusion of three sessions, students will be able to KEEP the Arduino kit, if they want to.

Regular Instructor: Greg Paul
Interim Instructor: Max Leach

Arduino Robotics - Beginner Workshop (7 weeks)

No prerequisites. Come learn how to control robotic sensors, servos, and LEDs using the most popular and widely used robotics microcontroller development board, the Arduino. Together, we will learn how to write code using the Arduino coding language (based on C/C++), code that can be used to collect data from sensors or control devices like LEDs and servo motors. This class will work together to build and battle table top laser tag robots. This course is ideal for tinkerers and builders who are looking to unlock their journey into creating DIY electronic devices. Join us for all 6 build sessions and LASER battle on the final day! Students will now be able to keep a take home Arduino kit as well as their completed robots.

Students completing this class will be invited to join for Intermediate Arduino and our advanced electronics in space program, StratoScience Lab.

• SATURDAYS, 1:00-3:00 PM
• Seven Weekly 2-hr Sessions, Sept. 19, 26, Oct. 3, 17, 24, 31, Nov 7.
• Grade 6 through Adult, $165 (Members $55).
• This course is a prerequisite for the StratoScience Labs course.

Arduino Robotics - Intermediate Workshop (6 weeks)

Level up your robotics game by creating your own autonomous obstacle-avoiding robot from scratch! You'll learn even more advanced algorithms, programming, sensors, and motors! This class is designed for those makers who want to go from "curious" to "enthusiast." By the end, you will have created your own fully functional robot to take home to further tinker with! This course also comes with another complete Arduino kit and additional project-specific components.

Six Week 2-hr Sessions, TBA - probably Fall and Winter 2026. For Grade 6 through Adult, $200 (Members $75).

Intermediate Arduino Rover

Instructor: Max and Seth Kendall

Arduino Robotics - Jam Sessions (single sessions; weekly signups)

This workshop is for all levels of skill in grades 4 through adult, from those who are very new to those who have either completed other workshops or have had previous Arduino experience. Bring your own projects, challenges, and in-depth knowledge to share with fellow users.

If you're new, we can help you get started. For experienced users, we'll delve into complex topics, troubleshoot together, and learn from each other's experiences, pushing the boundaries of what you can create with Arduino.

Schedule: Many Friday evenings 6:30-7:30.

Web page: Arduino Jam Session

Please be aware of our Cancellation and Refund Policies. For questions, e-mail info@nescitech.org or call 508-720-4179.