Robotics (FTC) Team Forming Event

900 Pressley Rd,Charlotte NC 28217

10 August, 2022

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Presented by Queen City Robotics Alliance - FREE event.What is FTC robotics?FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) is a national program for students in grades 7 – 12. In teams, students are challenged to document a season of building, designing, programming, and testing complex robots to be used in competition. During competition events teams learn to work together through an alliance-based system designed to be competitive, respectful, and fun. Why Join a FTC Robotics Team?Gain technical skills trough hands-on experiencesMake new friendsLearn teamwork and other soft skillsIt’s fun!Participating on a robotics team is lots of fun, but is also a lot of work. Are you ready to join a robotics team?Robotics is much more like a team sport than a typical school club. As such, it requires a commitment to showing up in order for the team to be successful. Much of what we do is self driven. This is not a class, students need self motivation to attend meetings and to will get the most out of the experience. During the build and competition season, students will work on tasks with strict deadlines alongside mentors and other students. Some robotics teams meet 20-40 hours a week (outside of school), so please consider your availability before making a commitment. Time commitmentThe FTC season is from September to February. Teams have about 15 weeks between the challenge release and the season’s first qualifying tournament in January. While there is no minimum time commitment to be on the team, we have found that members who show up for at least two meetings a week during the build season get the most out of the program. During the build and competition season students should plan for a minimum of 7 hours per week for scheduled team meetings plus possible individual work at home of 3-5 hours per week. Kids’ schedules are already jam-packed with school, extracurriculars, sleepovers, and other activities. If your student is already committed to a lot of after-school activities, you might want to nurture your child’s passion for robotics with short-term commitments, like QCRA's summer or after school programs. Still Interested? If the thought of working for hours and hours perfecting a robot for competition sounds WICKED AWESOME, then CONGRATS, you’re in the right place! Register today to find a robotics team that's right for you! Interested in robotics, but can’t attend this event? Fill out the student interest form and a member of our team will follow up with you soon. About Queen City Robotics AllianceQueen City Robotics Alliance (QCRA) is an umbrella organization that facilitates the formation of new robotics teams in and around Charlotte and provides a shared workspace with access to tools and computer resources. The QCRA robotics program uses FIRST robotics competitions to promote STEM in a project based learning environment and to help students explore career paths in STEM fields. Our goal is to involve more kids in STEM and show them that they have a future in well paying tech jobs. * FIRST = For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology What is STEM?STEM stands for Science, Technology Engineering, and Mathematics. STEM represents a unique approach to teaching and learning designed to encourage problem-solving, developing both practical skills and appreciation for collaborations.STEM employs a multi-discipline approach to learning by integrating multiple areas of study into cohesive learning programs based on real-world applications. STEM education creates critical thinkers, increases science literacy, and enables the next generation of innovators.Why you should consider pursuing a STEM careerAn excellent job outlook: Careers related to STEM are on the Bureau of Labor Statistics' list of occupations the government agency predicts will have the highest average employment growth over the next decade.High earnings: STEM workers earn a median annual salary of $84,880. That is more than double the $37,020 median wage non-STEM workers earn.Jobs are available at all educational levels: Regardless of the level of education you plan to attain - high school diploma or associate, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree - you can find a suitable STEM occupation.Some STEM Careers include:Actuarial ScienceAerospaceAgricultureAir Traffic ControllerArchitectAviationBiochemistryComputer TechnicianData AnalysisDental HygienistDentistDrone PilotElectricianEngineerGraphic DesignerHealth Care ProfessionalInformation Security AnalysisInformation TechnologyMachinistManufacturing TechnologistMedical doctorScientistSoftware DevelopmentStatisticianTechnical WritingWebsite DeveloperWelder