WHAT THIS IS ALL ABOUT

Design, program, and compete with robots!

The First tech challenge teaches students to think like real engineers.
Teams, divided into alliances, will compete with robots designed,
built and programmed entirely by them.
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A training course

Our programs, through teamwork, aim to strengthen participants’ skills, creativity and self-esteem as well as guide the younger generation to more informed choices for their future.
School orientation

Suitable for every field of study starting from secondary school
Participants experience roles in a wide variety of fields, technical and non-technical.

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A ROBOTIC CHALLENGE

FIRST Tech at a glance

First Tech challenges teams each year in designing in building and
programming robots will compete head-to-head on the competition field.

Theme

Each year the competition field and challenges are set to a different theme. In 2022 -2023, for example, the theme was, “PowerPlay: Sustainable Energy.

Technology for ‘Art and Entertainment is the Theme of this year’s “CenterStage”

Missions

The competition is based on a series of missions that the robot must complete in 2 1/2 min. Teams compete in alliances that change with each round.

Race Course

The scope of the competition remains the same from year to year while the elements of the robotics challenge change.

The Robot Game 2023-2024
will be revealed on September 9!

O1. Designing and building
The construction of the robot is society to precise rules with respect to electronic and motion parts:
– Controller (REV Robotics): same for all teams.
– Batteries, motors and drivers are subject to limitations.
There are several kits that can be purchased for mechanical parts and structure, but the robot can be built with material of the teams’ choice as long as it meets the rules.

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TEAM AND COMMUNITY BUILDING

Not only robotics

The challenge on the competition field is just the last step. The real test lies in the journey, where students with the help of a coach will discover the value of commitment and collaboration. Each team as a representative of FIRSTV values shall:

Outreach: each team must share its journey and acquired skills with the whole community so that it can become a value to all.

Website and social: knowing how to present oneself today has become crucial; each team will need to prove its communication skills: creating a website, devising the team's brand and documenting the journey.

Fundraising: as FIRST we are committed to seeking funding that can enable all teams to participate in the program. Equally each team is required to engage in fundraising for participation in the competition (purchasing materials, travel, gadgets).

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Season 2024-2025

During the 2024-2025 FIRST® DIVE℠ season, presented by Qualcomm, teams will use their expertise to explore life beneath the ocean surface. Along the way, we will discover the potential in each of us to strengthen our community and innovate for a better world with healthy oceans. Join us as we explore the future.

Registration is now open for the new season of the FIRST Tech challenge ITALY

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