This hands-on robotics course teaches students the essential skills needed to imagine, design, build, and program functional robots. Participants will learn the core principles that support all branches of robotics—from industrial automation to creative engineering to competitive battle bots.

Throughout the program, students will:

Learn the fundamentals of robot design and structural planning

Practice coding and sensor integration using beginner-friendly tools

Build, test, and refine their own robot through guided challenges

Explore pathways into different robotics fields and competitions

Every participant will leave with their own working robot, along with the foundational knowledge needed to continue into more advanced robotics, engineering, or competitive programs.

About the Instructor:
Carrie Beach is a CTE (Career and Technical Education) teacher at Thomas Jefferson Middle School and serves as Mixxer Community Makerspace’s Resident Advisor for STEAM programming. Whether she’s teaching 3D modeling, jewelry making, or something entirely new, Carrie brings her creativity, curiosity, and deep love of hands-on learning to every class she leads.

Originally from Kansas, Carrie now calls Winston-Salem home with her husband David their two wonderful (college age) kids.

A lifelong maker with a passion for crafting and creating, she’s always exploring new skills and helping others discover the joy of making.