Grantham College Institute of Technology (IoT) National Launch Event Activities

IoT National Launch Event

The national launch by the Department for Education of Institutes of Technology (IoT) takes place on Thursday 08 July 2021. As part of the launch, and in showcasing our own Institute of Technology opening its doors in August 2021, Grantham College is offering two free-to-attend events on the day: Introductions to Robotics and Digital Simulation.

In-College on Thursday 8 July 10am – 12noon in room EG.14: An introductory classroom-based session on Robotics. Exploring principles of robot design styles and operation, learners will be introduced to the basics of programming a robot arm to pick and place, interfacing with objects.

Online via Microsoft Teams on Thursday 8 July 11am – 1pm: An online introduction showcasing how digital simulation is being used in the renewable energy industries. The learners will receive an introductory session on how software is being used in the workplace to develop sustainable building designs, working towards zero net energy, and in building smart grids.

For more information, to book onto the events, and for more details on our exciting range of Institute of Technology courses, please contact Dr Steven Peacock: speacock@grantham.ac.uk