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May 2021
BotsIQ will host several smaller competitions this May 2021! The dates include: May 11th - Commonwealth Charter Academy TechWorks (Homestead) May 17th - Commonwealth Charter Academy TechWorks (Homestead) May 25th - Robert Morris University (Moon Township) May 27th - Robert Morris University (Moon Township) Catch the Action on BotsIQ’s Live Stream: https://youtu.be/XRRX1iJ8Vy8 Battles start at 10AM
Find out moreJoin BotsIQ for its annual STEAM Showcase! All are welcome! Sparks will fly as high school students test their robotic creations in gladiator-style battles during BotsIQ’s exciting combat robotics competitions at Commonwealth Charter Academy’s TechWorks in Homestead, PA. Attendance is limited to the participants, however all events will be live streamed online and outside at the Waterfront area. Additional exhibits and opportunities to learn more about advanced manufacturing and robotics careers will be available in the Waterfront’s common areas. TechWorks at CCA will host a table with hands-on STEM activities for participants, while the CCA Boston Dynamic Spot robotic dog makes [...]
Find out moreApplications for the BotsIQ Summer Camp are due by today. Applicants must be: A U.S. Citizen or Qualified Non-citizen Entering 8th or 9th grade A resident of Fayette or Westmoreland County Interested in a career in manufacturing For more information, visit our website: www.botsiqpa.org/summer-camps/. Support for this program is made possible by the Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Investment Board. Questions? Email Michel Conklin at [email protected]
Find out moreBotsIQ will host several smaller competitions this May 2021! The dates include: May 11th - Commonwealth Charter Academy TechWorks (Homestead) May 17th - Commonwealth Charter Academy TechWorks (Homestead) May 25th - Robert Morris University (Moon Township) May 27th - Robert Morris University (Moon Township) Catch the Action on BotsIQ’s Live Stream: https://youtu.be/V28rjSzIMAA Battles start at 10AM
Find out moreTwo Tours, One Day Event is an Invite Only Event for BotsIQ Close the Loop participants. Students must be accompanied by one parent/guardian. Tour #1 - Intervala Intervala is a full-service manufacturer that provides solutions for their customer’s electronic and electromechanical manufacturing requirements. 1001 Technology Dr., Suite 1181 Mount Pleasant, Pa. 15666 Tour #2 - Westmoreland County Community College Advanced Technology Center Westmoreland's ATC offers state-of-the-art labs and classrooms for a variety of careers in manufacturing and other technically-oriented areas. 1001 Technology Drive, Suite 1009, Door 24 Mt. Pleasant, PA 15666-1767 All students must: Complete the Intervala Pre-Event Activity Complete the [...]
Find out moreBotsIQ will host several smaller competitions this May 2021! The dates include: May 11th - Commonwealth Charter Academy TechWorks (Homestead) May 17th - Commonwealth Charter Academy TechWorks (Homestead) May 25th - Robert Morris University (Moon Township) May 27th - Robert Morris University (Moon Township) Catch the Action on BotsIQ’s Live Stream: https://youtu.be/1aL9yLJkVf0 Battles start at 10AM
Find out moreBotsIQ will host several smaller competitions this May 2021! The dates include: May 11th - Commonwealth Charter Academy TechWorks (Homestead) May 17th - Commonwealth Charter Academy TechWorks (Homestead) May 25th - Robert Morris University (Moon Township) May 27th - Robert Morris University (Moon Township) Catch the Action on BotsIQ's Live Stream: https://youtu.be/bru4zCZxSGI Battles start at 10AM
Find out moreAugust 2021
Miller Fabrication Solutions - Homer City 9:00AM - 12:00PM 57 Cooper Avenue, Homer City, PA 15748 Join BotsIQ in a behind-the-scenes look at Miller Fabrication in Homer City. Included in the experience is: General overview of Miller Fabrication Solutions. Tour of their Homer City facility Mini Job Shadow Q&A with Human Resources and more! Learn more about Miller Fabrication Solutions: Sample work may be found in Project Gallery, in order to help visualize the end products The current equipment list is available here. Note that this list covers equipment across all locations, but they have some impressive machinery at the Homer [...]
Find out moreSeptember 2021
BotsIQ is accepting applications for its high school combat robotics program from schools and qualified youth organizations until September 7, 2021. By signing this application, schools/QYOs are committed to: Forming a BotsIQ team and competing in the 2022 BotsIQ Preliminary and Finals Competitions (dates pending). Sending at least one instructor to a BotsIQ Teacher Professional Development Training Day (Friday, October 22nd). Providing information promptly to the BotsIQ Staff when requested. BotsIQ Combat Robotics Application 2021-22
Find out moreOctober 2021
Each BotsIQ Combat Robotics School should identify one student leader as their BotsIQ Student Ambassador. The student will attend two virtual meetings with BotsIQ staff and other student ambassadors and receive regular emails about upcoming due dates, reminders, etc. Tentative Virtual Meetings: Monday, November 8th at 4PM OR Saturday, November 13th at 10AM Monday, February 7th at 4PM OR Saturday, February 12th at 10AM The student name and email address should be sent to Michel Conklin ([email protected]) by October 1st.
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