IISC Boys Robotics Team

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The FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) is a global robotics competition of about 7000 teams for students in grades 7-12. Teams design, build, and program robots to compete on a themed playing field. Developing STEM skills, teamwork, and problem-solving ability using industry-standard tools.

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How the Competition Operates

Teams compete head-to-head, earning points based on their robot's performance. Between meets, teams have the opportunity to refine and improve their robots to enhance their chances in the next competition. Points are accumulated across multiple meets, and the highest-scoring teams, based on both technical performance and strategy, qualify for regional and national championships.

This Season’s Challenge

In the "Decode" challenge, teams design, build, and program robots to complete tasks like resource collection, instrument deployment, and interacting with obstacles, developing an understanding of real-world issues. Robots operate in both autonomous and driver-controlled phases, requiring strategic planning and quick decision-making.

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All participants must be in grades 7-12.
No prior robotics experience is required
Students must commit to the following times at a minimum (exceptions can be made if needed):
- Wednesdays: 6pm-8pm
- Sundays: 10am - 1pm
Competition dates:
- November14, December 6, February 8 (On team standing)
Program Cost is $100