Toronto
York University – Bergeron Centre for Engineering Excellence
11 Arboretum Lane, North York, ON M3J 1P3
Think Like a Coder: Your First Algorithm
September 26, 2026
11 AM – 03 PM
WORKSHOP
Think Like a Coder: Your First Algorithm
Kick off the new Technology Year with a hands-on LEGO Robotics experience using LEGO SPIKE Prime. Beginner students build and code their first moving robotic machine, while Advanced students dive into robot subsystems, gears, and real Python programming — all materials provided free.
September 26, 2026
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About this workshop
Kick off the new technology year with an exciting hands-on LEGO Robotics experience! Students will build on their robotics and coding skills through practical challenges using LEGO SPIKE Prime.
Beginners will strengthen their understanding of sequencing, motors, and programming as they build and code moving robotic machines. Advanced learners will take on more challenging engineering concepts, exploring robot subsystems, gears, decomposition, and real Python programming.
Whether returning from last year or joining the program for the first time, students will have the opportunity to build, code, test, debug, and bring their robotic creations to life.
Students will explore how instructions control robotic systems and learn why the order of commands matters. Through hands-on activities, they will connect motors to the SPIKE Prime Hub, create coding sequences, and build and program a moving robotic machine.
Advanced learners will take their robotics skills further through engineering thinking and real Python programming. Students will explore decomposition, robotic subsystems, motors and gears, and learn how Python code can directly control robotic hardware.
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The class was really fun. And the teachers help you out a lot. I can't wait to come here next year. I feel like this would help me because I want to be an IT engineer, and I…
Temi, Toronto
The class has brought out… hidden critical thinking skills like logical, reasoning, problem solving and creativity. We appreciate the program for providing a conducive, inclusive and student centered environment. This program help built student confidence, understanding and ultimately preparing them for future success.
Oluwaseyi, Parent, Regina