A rhythm,
not a textbook.
Every term follows the same high-stakes shape. We don't teach chapters; we run production cycles.
"Building the foundation for autonomous systems requires more than theory—it requires muscle memory."
The 10-Month Pulse
Our curriculum is synchronized across all labs to mirror real-world industrial cycles.
Spark Program
Grades 2-5
Dismantle & Discover
Dismantling simple household appliances and toys to understand physical components.
Logic Foundations
Learning basic sequential logic, loops, and conditions through gamified physical toys.
Motor & Motion
Integrating gears, axles, and electric motors to build basic moving models.
Tinkering Sprints
Constructing custom structures and physical linkages using modular blocks.
Intro to Sensors
Utilizing touch, light, and ultrasonic sensors to make physical models react.
Iterative Prototyping
Applying the 'Failure as Data' loop to modify and optimize mechanical assemblies.
System Assembly
Building complete mechanisms combining structural blocks and sensors.
Playtest & Log
Actively playtesting with peers, collecting feedback, and logging stress tolerances.
Refinement Sprints
Improving durability and calibrating moving parts based on test logs.
Show & Tell Showcase
Demonstrating working mechanical models to parents and teachers in a friendly showcase.
Build Program
Grades 6-8
Friction Identification
Exploring local school or neighborhood challenges and documenting frictions.
Technical Specs
Creating project requirements and reviewing patent solutions or design frameworks.
3D Modeling & CAD
Designing custom brackets, joints, and physical casing mockups in 3D CAD software.
3D Printing MVPs
Printing physical parts and validating tolerances on 3D printing equipment in the lab.
Microcontroller Wiring
Wiring boards (e.g. Arduino), learning circuits, and reading basic sensor data.
Firmware Programming
Coding functions in Python/C++ to read inputs, control actuators, and process data.
System Assembly
Assembling CAD enclosures, prints, and wired microcontrollers into one device.
Stress Task Runs
Subjecting prototypes to mock competition trials and tracking error rates.
Sensor Calibration
Calibrating sensor drift, optimizing battery usage, and reinforcing mechanisms.
Incubator Pitch
Presenting the fully functional robotic prototype to school leaders and senior engineers.
Found Program
Grades 9-12
User Interviews
Identifying user pain points through real-world customer interviews.
TAM & Feasibility
Evaluating market sizes, competitor setups, and business feasibility models.
Concept Mockups
Assembling rough structural layouts to validate product usability and size.
IoT Circuit Design
Designing custom electronic circuits, including power systems and wireless links.
Cloud Dashboards
Connecting microcontrollers to cloud databases and creating web UI interfaces.
MVP Production
Integrating hardware and software into functional Minimum Viable Products (MVPs).
Enclosure Design
Printing robust, industrial casing parts for actual outdoor usage.
Beta Field Tests
Deploying beta units to local shop owners or school offices for active day-to-day testing.
Telemetry Analysis
Analyzing usage logs, measuring failure points, and refining the product UX.
Venture Pitch
Pitching final hardware and real user feedback logs to investors and studio teams.
Evolutionary Bands
One framework, three levels of intensity. We scale the complexity while keeping the stakes high.
Spark
Focus on curiosity and tactile discovery.
Foundations of logic and mechanical assembly through hands-on play.
Introduction to the concept of "Failure as Data."
Build
Focus on technical proof and system engineering.
Preparation for regional robotics competitions and hackathons.
Mastery of CAD, Python, and additive manufacturing.
Found
Focus on Founders: bringing real products to market.
User-led development cycles with actual external customers.
Venture-style pitch decks and intellectual property management.
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