About the Course
What do punch-activated flamethrowers, automatic pet feeders, and mind-controlled drones have in common? They’re all real devices built and programmed using Arduino® microprocessors. This open-source electronics platform integrates hardware and software to create an unlimited array of automated electronic systems. In this course, we’ll discover what a digital prototyping platform can accomplish as we create devices that undertake tasks such as reading data from a sensor or activating lights based on motion and proximity. Using an Arduino® microprocessor, a breadboard, and a sensor and actuator kit, we’ll explore existing prototypes, learn to modify code, and adapt designs to fit the needs of a given assignment.
The content in Coding and Creating with Arduino® overlaps with the CTY course Arduino® Prototyping. Students who have already taken Arduino® Prototyping may wish to consult with an enrollment advisor before enrolling in this course.
Learning Objectives
- Read and demonstrate understanding of pseudocode, comments, and actual code
- Explain how to create a prototype
- Follow a schematic to create working prototypes with the Arduino® microcontroller
- Investigate, plan, and build projects to solve given challenges
About Advanced Enrichment courses
These courses offer above-grade-level material that is presented in a novel context, explored with other advanced learners, and guided by a CTY educator to help prepare students for higher-order thinking and college-style academic challenges.
Requirements
CTY courses have grade-level requirements and most require minimum test scores. Some courses may also have prerequisites.
Identification DetailsDates and Tuition
Online
You will be asked to join or sign in first.
Days: Every Tue for 13 weeks
Times: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Register by: December 15, 2025
Time Commitment:
Please acquire all course materials by the course start date, unless noted as perishable. Items marked as “perishable” should not be acquired until the student needs them in the course. If you have questions about these materials or difficulty locating them, please contact [email protected].
- ELEGOO UNO R3 Super Starter Kit Compatible with Arduino® IDE*
- Fritzing Software
*Can be found on Amazon, and may also be available from other online or local retailers.
Time commitment: 2.5-3.5 hours per week (1.5 hours of class time, 1-2 hours of independent work). Course will include 12 sessions over 12 weeks.
You will be asked to join or sign in first.
Days: Every Tue for 13 weeks
Times: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Register by: February 17, 2026
Time Commitment:
Please acquire all course materials by the course start date, unless noted as perishable. Items marked as “perishable” should not be acquired until the student needs them in the course. If you have questions about these materials or difficulty locating them, please contact [email protected].
- ELEGOO UNO R3 Super Starter Kit Compatible with Arduino® IDE*
- Fritzing Software
*Can be found on Amazon, and may also be available from other online or local retailers.
Time commitment: 2.5-3.5 hours per week (1.5 hours of class time, 1-2 hours of independent work). Course will include 12 sessions over 12 weeks.
Registration Fee and Financial Aid
Tuition and fees will be waived or reduced for students who qualify for financial aid.
Learn more about Financial Aid