EV3 Programming

The name of the robots we are using now

• Lego Mindstorm NXT
• Lego Mindstorm EV3
• Lego Mindstorm 123
• Lego MIndstorm Gsota

are used to connect motors

• Switch
• Ports 1-4
• Ports
• Ports A-D

The electronic component that controls the operation of the robot by the following instructions contained in the stored program.

• EV3 Brick
• Ports
• Block
• Sensor

An NXT and EV3 sensor that detects physical contact and reports back to the brick whether its contact area is pushed or not.

• Touch Sensor 
• Touch
• Comment
• Sensor

A programming command that allows a computer to repeat a code sequence.

• Loop
• Color
• Robot
• Code

A device that detects some important physical quality or quantity about the surrounding environment, and conveys information to the robot in electric form.

• Robot
• Sensor
• Color
• Loop

are used to connect sensors

• Ports 1-4
• Ports
• EV3 Brick
• Ports A-D

When working in a group for robotics, students should  

• stay on task but don't work with other group members
• Socialize with group members outside of your group and then work alone
• Socialize with other group members and don't help your group
• stay on task and work with other group members appropriately

How do you turn on the EV3?

• Center Button
• Right Button
• Left Button
• Top Button

How do you turn off the EV3 properly?

• Press the Back button until a Shut Down dialog box appears, then select the check with the Center button
• Insert the Shut Down USB adapter into the USB port on the side of the EV3
• Remove the rechargable Li-Ion battery pack
• Press and hold the Left and Right buttons for 5 seconds