Course Information
2026-2027 Academic Year
CA21 Robotics I
| Course Code | CA21 |
| Course Title | Robotics I |
| Course Description | Design robotic systems using the engineering design process. Build and program robots to perform basic autonomous tasks. Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical components through hands-on experimentation. Gain the knowledge and skills for careers in the Robotics pathway. |
| Cluster Grouping | Connecting and Supporting Success |
| Career Cluster | Digital Technology and Computer Science (DTCS) |
| Course Lead Consultant | Mike Renne michael.renne@dpi.nc.gov |
| Course Status | Pilot |
| Course Type | Adopted |
| POL (Proof of Learning) | Local |
| Credential as POL | N/A |
| Curriculum Date | Summer 2026 |
| Hours of Instruction | 135-150 |
| Recommended Maximum Enrollment | 20 |
| Course Credit | 1 |
| Inherently Honors | No |
| Meets Computer Science (CS) Graduation Requirement | Yes* |
| Math Option Credit | No |
| Prerequisites | None |
| Cluster Grouping(s) | Connecting and Supporting Success |
| Career Cluster(s) | Digital Technology and Computer Science (DTCS) |
| Pathway Level(s) | Robotics (ROBO) - Prerequisite |
| Aligned Credential(s) or Certification(s) | N/A |
| CTSO(s)(Career and Technical Student Organization) | Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) SkillsUSA Technology Student Association (TSA) |
| SOC Code(s)(Standard Occupational Classification Code) | Calibration Technologists and Technicians (17-3028)Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3023)Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians (17-3024)Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3026)Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3027) |
