Students build professional-grade, large-scale robots to compete in high-intensity field games. This category focuses on advanced industrial hardware, complex control systems, and real-world engineering workflows.
What We Do
While the goal is to build a high-performing machine, the program is designed to teach real-world skills that every maker values:
- Engineering Excellence: Students use 3D printing, CAD, and CNC fabrication to iterate on custom parts.
- Software Development: Robots are programmed using Java-based platforms to handle both autonomous routines and driver-controlled action.
- Gracious Professionalism: A core FIRST value that encourages fierce competition and mutual gain. It means teams help each other succeed, even in the middle of a tournament.
- Business & Outreach: Teams function like small startups—managing budgets, designing their brand, and performing community outreach to inspire others.