Radio Controlled Robotics

A beginner course in programming for remote operation

No Prerequisites
$2100 - 2.0 Credits

In-Person Course

COURSE INFORMATION

Course Dates

Radio Controlled Robotics
Jan 5 – Feb 18 - 2026
2:30pm – 4:30pm
M,W
12 Sessions

Topics

RF Technology
Power control
Microcontrollers
Motor Drivers
Signal properties and troubleshooting
Antenna theory
Remote video systems
Video latency
Small mechanical drive systems
Gearing and gear ratio principles
Soldering skills
Wiring layout and signal concerns
Dealing with sensitive electronics in harsh environments
Conformal coating, device potting and other protection methods
Electronic troubleshooting and repair

During this course, students will discover the art of customizing a ground-based vehicle platform (RC Car) to accomplish various tasks with distance, temperature, Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU), and other crucial sensors. With a focus on C++ programming and microcontrollers, students will gain hands-on experience with Arduino development platforms

This innovative course provides students with the opportunity to develop their skills by working on an individual project tailored to their unique interests. Each student will design and construct a personalized vehicle, equipped with necessary sensors, capable of accomplishing intricate tasks.

Upon completion of this innovative course, students will possess a solid understanding of basic robotics principles, C++ programming, and the ability to create unique custom vehicles.

Course Overview

Course Dates

Radio Controlled Robotics
Jan 5 – Feb 18 - 2026
2:30pm – 4:30pm
M,W
12 Sessions

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Registration

The Pre-Registration List

To help ease the college registration for our CTECH students we've created a spreadsheet to hold students' place in class while they wait for classes to be scheduled, vouchers to be received, voucher access (I believe it's a month before class), or any other complication in the process. We can add you to the spreadsheet before you get a CTCLink ID, but you will need to have one eventually.

We'll reach out to you as we get closer to the class start date.

If you see a class you'd like to get in, you can contact us to be added to this spreadsheet.

You can also simply email me and I can add you as well.
Damian Cianci
dcianci@edmonds.edu

The Registration Process

Register by phone between 9am and 4pm PDT (This is the easiest way)
425-640-1840

Important - You will need a CTCLink ID number in order for us to help you over the phone or in person. You can follow the steps below to get one.

Fill out an application to Edmonds College:

Online Admissions Application

https://apply.ctc.edu/user
* This can take 1-5 business days to get your ID

A few notes for your application:
Enroll as: "First Year"
Program: "Professional Technical"
Term: "_____" (Season plus year, such as: Spring 2023)
Degree or Certificate: "Undecided - Professional Technical"

Once you have received your CTC Link ID number please let us know and we can get you registered for your class.

Washington State colleges are now using CTCLink for all student services.

Follow the link below - login in or create an account
Go to "Student Homepage"
Choose "Manage Classes"
"Class Search and Enroll"
Choose Edmonds College and the quater (Control + F to search page)
Search for class name or number (Class Number will get you to where you want faster)

Online Registration Login Page - CTCLInk

NOTE - All our classes fall under "Special Topics: Manufacturing".