LaunchPad Junior

About Futurenauts

The Futurenauts Series is a pioneering initiative designed to equip diverse demographics with cutting-edge skills in AI, robotics, and automation. Each program within the series is meticulously tailored to meet the specific needs and challenges of its participants, ranging from high school students to seasoned professionals across various sectors. For high school students, the Futurenauts Launchpad provides a foundational education in advanced technologies and critical thinking skills necessary for future innovators. College students benefit from the Futurenauts Internship, which offers practical, hands-on experience with real-world projects, enhancing their academic knowledge and preparing them for competitive job markets.

Adding to this array is the Futurenauts B.Tech program, a comprehensive bachelor’s degree that integrates deep theoretical insights with practical applications in AI, robotics, and automation. This program is designed to foster not just knowledge but innovation and practical problem-solving skills, preparing students to lead and innovate in technology-driven fields. For professionals aiming to sharpen their expertise or pivot their careers towards technology-centric roles, the Futurenauts Professional Edge offers specialized corporate training, while the Futurenauts AI for All initiative ensures inclusive access to AI education, empowering both technical and non-technical professionals to utilize AI in their work.

Futurenauts LaunchPad Junior: Inspiring Tomorrow’s
Innovators in AI, Automation, and Robotics

Program Overview

Duration: 12 Months

Format: Monthly Classes followed by a Capstone Project

Target Audience: Students from 5th to 7th Grade

Objective: To introduce younger students to the exciting worlds
of Artificial Intelligence, Automation, and Robotics, with interactive and simplified use of inGen Dynamics products.

Curriculum Structure

Months 1-4: Exploring the Basics

Fun with AI and Robotics

Class 1: Journey through the history and cool current applications of AI and Robotics.

Class 2: Simple machine learning concepts and fun
Python activities.

Building Our First Robots

Class 1: Learn about robot parts like sensors and motors;
build your first mini robot using simple kits.

Class 2: Introduction to home automation with easy-to use kits.

Getting to Know inGen Robots

Class 1: Play with Origami AI through interactive games
that teach AI basics.

Class 2: Program Aido and Fari robots to perform simple,
fun tasks.

Months 5-8: Diving Deeper

Adventures in Advanced AI

Class 1: Basic data games and simple predictive models.

Class 2: Fun activities with neural networks using kid-friendly
software tools.

Robotics Challenge

Class 1: More fun with robot programming using simple
coding tools.

Class 2: Create small robotic systems that can sense and
act.

Automation in Our World

Class 1: Discover how robots help keep us safe with
Sentinel.

Class 2: Explore how robots can help doctors with Kobe’s
health modules.

Months 9-10: Project Skills and Prep

Dream Big with AI

Class 1: Imagine and sketch AI solutions for simple daily
problems.

Class 2: Start simple projects focusing on learning and fun.

Create with Robots

Class 1: Design and build a small robot with a special
task.

Class 2: Learn how to mix different inGen gadgets for
exciting effects.

Ready, Set, Project!

Class 1: Team up, choose roles, and plan your very own
invention.

Class 2: Start sketching your projects and gathering cool
tech.

Months 11-12: Capstone Project and Celebration

Project Fun Phase I

Class 1: Dive into your project, building and testing.

Class 2: Check your progress and get tips from mentors.

Project Fun Phase II –

Class 1: Make your project better and test it with friends.

Class 2: Get ready to show off your project to everyone.

Showtime and Graduation

Class 1: Final touches and practice your show-and-tell.

Class 2: Present your project to classmates and some cool
tech folks; graduation party!

Capstone Project: Over the final two months, students apply what
they’ve learned to create an innovative project, culminating in a fun
presentation to classmates and visiting tech experts, promoting
creativity and teamwork.

Join Futurenauts LaunchPad Junior and start your adventure in
becoming a young tech innovator!