Date:

Sunday, March 4, 2012 from 13:00-17:00

Location:

E3-558 EITC
University of Manitoba

Speakers:

Dr. Amhad Byagowi

Abstract:

In this workshop students will experiment with a number of shields using the Arduino UNO. The shields will allow access to a number of peripherals like networks, motors, and other tools useful for robotic applications.

Participants will use an Arduino UNO during the lab and have the option of purchasing the unit for $30 to continue experimenting at home.

Refreshments will be served from 5:00pm-6:00pm in E1-514 EITC (IEEE Lounge).

Pre-Requisites:

Programming experience and basic circuit knowledge required.

Registration:

$5 for IEEE student members per workshop
$10 for non-members per workshop

Only 20 spots available on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Register for the advanced workshop before March 3, 2012 by clicking here..

Payment required to complete registration. If the fee is not received the spot will be assigned to another student.

Organizers:

• University of Manitoba Amateur Radio Society (UMARS)
• University of Manitoba Space Applications and Technology Society (UMSATS)
• University of Manitoba IEEE Student Branch (UMIEEE)
• IEEE Computer and Computational Intelligence Chapter
• IEEE EduManCom Chapter
• Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Manitoba

Event Sponsor:

• Shell Canada

Contact:

For more information contact Dario Schor, VE4SCH or Frank Serafin, VE4FHS.