Robotics

Why Robotics? 

AI, Robotics and automation are transforming industries across the globe. By exposing students to robotics at an early age, we equip them with the skills needed to thrive in the future job market. They develop problem-solving abilities, critical thinking, creativity, and technical skills that are highly sought after in fields such as engineering, computer science, manufacturing, healthcare, and more.

Learn college and career readiness skills and work with like-minded peers and mentors!

• Club Meetings start on September 21 and 22, 2024

  • Watsonville meetings Saturdays from 1–4pm at Sequoia High School, 229 Green Valley Rd, Freedom, CA 95019 

  • Santa Cruz meetings Sundays from 1–4pm at X Academy Maker Space, 229 Encinal St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

• Club members will design the ROV (Remote Operated Vehicle) using Fusion 360. Design activities include: 

  • Electronics assembly

  • Writing software

  • Building test devices 

  • Learning about buoyancy

  • Learning how to manage a team

• Club members will use a laser cutter to build a watertight box for the electronics out of acrylic, and a 3D printer to create parts for the ROV

• Each club member will have a role on one of three engineering teams: hardware, software and testing

• Everyone also has a business role so they can hone entrepreneurial skills

• All club members will have the opportunity to compete in the 2025 MATE ROV regional competition

• No previous experience required! We'll provide all training and equipment

• Have questions or need additional information? Email robotics@santacruzcoe.org or call Tim at 408-334-1700. Para español, por favor llame Barbara at 831-334-1703.

Sign up to be a mentor and support one of our robotics teams! Our clubs will have the opportunity to competing in the MATE Underwater Robotics Competition. Each year 100s of teams from around the world build ROVs to complete a set of tasks that simulate real world ROVs - searching for ship wrecks, surveying and repairing coral reefs, maintaining underwater power lines and supporting aqua culture. 

Experience not required - just bring your growth mindset and encouraging attitude! 

Mentors and volunteers will be required to obtain fingerprint clearance.