Lesson Plan
Course Title: Robotics and Automation
Session Title: The Robotics Profession
Performance Objective:
After completing this lesson, students will be able to identify employment and career
opportunities, investigate and work toward industry certifications in robotics, and explore career
preparation learning experiences, including but not limited to, job shadowing, mentoring, and
apprenticeship training to the satisfaction of the teacher.
Specific Objectives:
The students will be able to:
 identify employment and career opportunities in Robotics and Automation.
 investigate and work toward industry certifications in Robotics and Automation.
 explore career preparation learning experiences, including, but not limited to job.
shadowing, mentoring, and apprenticeship training in Robotics and Automation.
Preparation
TEKS Correlations:
This lesson, as published, correlates to the following TEKS. Any changes/alterations to the
activities may result in the elimination of any or all of the TEKS listed.
Robotics and Automation:

130.370(c)(1)(B)(C)(K)
…identify employment and career opportunities;
…investigate and work toward industry certification;
…explore career preparation learning experiences, including, but not limited to, job
shadowing, mentoring, and apprenticeship training.
Interdisciplinary Correlations:
English I:

110.31(b)(1)(E)
…use a dictionary, a glossary, or a thesaurus (printed or electronic) to determine or
confirm the meanings of words and phrases, including their connotations and
denotations, and their etymology.

110.31(b)(15)(B)
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…write procedural or work-related documents (e.g., instructions, e-mails,
correspondence, memos, project plans) that include:
(i)
organized and accurately conveyed information;
(ii)
reader-friendly formatting techniques.

110.31(b)(18)(A)(B)
…use conventions of capitalization; and
…use correct punctuation marks including:
(i)
quotation marks to indicate sarcasm or irony;
(ii)
comma placement in nonrestrictive phrases, clauses, and contrasting
expressions;
(iii)
dashes to emphasize parenthetical information.

110.31(b)(19) – Oral and Written Conventions/Spelling.
Computer Science I:

126.22(c)(3)(A)(B)
…discuss copyright laws/issues and model ethical acquisition and use of digital
information, citing sources using established methods;
…demonstrate proper etiquette and knowledge of acceptable use policies when using
networks, especially resources on the Internet and intranet;

126.22(c)(4)(A)
…use local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs), including the
Internet and intranet, in research and resource sharing;

126.22(c)(6)(B)
…implement methods for the evaluation of the information using defined rubrics;

126.22(c)(8)(B)(C)
…demonstrate proficiency in, appropriate use of, and navigation of LANs and WANs for
research and for sharing of resources;
…extend the learning environment beyond the school walls with digital products created
to increase teaching and learning in the foundation and enrichment curricula.
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Occupational Correlation: (reference: O*Net – www.onetonline.org)
Robotics Engineers 17-2199.08
Similar Job Titles: Associate Professor of Automation, Engineer, Automation Engineer
Tasks:
 Design or program robotics systems for environmental clean-up applications to minimize
human exposure or toxic or hazardous materials or to improve the quality or speed of
clean-up operations.
 Design robotics applications for manufacturers of green products, such as wind turbines
or solar panels to increase production time, eliminate waste, or reduce costs.
 Provide technical support for robotics systems; install, calibrate, operate, or maintain
robots; build, configure, and test robots.
Soft Skills:
Critical Thinking; Reading Comprehension; Mathematics; Writing
Teacher Preparation:
1. Understand that there are employment and career opportunities, industry certification,
and job shadowing, mentoring, and apprenticeship training in Robotics.
2. Present The Robotics Profession PowerPoint presentation.
3. Make copies of the Assignment: The Robotics Profession handout for each student.
4. Prepare to show the RCSA You Tube video.
References:
1. dictionary.com
2. ROBOTICS Introduction, Programming, and Projects, Second Edition by James L. Fuller
3. O-NET Online - http://www.onetonline.org
4. ClipArt – http://www.clipart.com/en/
5. The Robotics Certification Standards Alliance (RCSA) – http://www.rcsa.ca/
6. American Welding Society (AWS) - http://www.aws.org/certification/
7. Robotics Certification Standards Alliance (RCSA) You Tube video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GNvvKswgqc
Instructional Aids:
1. The Robotics Profession PowerPoint presentation
2. Internet access
3. Video screen projector
Materials Needed:
1. Pen/Pencil
2. Engineering Notebook
3. Technical Terms and Definitions handout
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4. Assignment: The Robotics Profession handout
Equipment Needed:
1. Computers with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint installed
2. Video screen projector
Learner Preparation:
Students must maintain a design and computation engineering notebook.
Introduction
Introduction (LSI Quadrant I):
SAY: Today we will understand that there are employment and career opportunities, industry
certification, and job shadowing, mentoring, and apprenticeship training in Robotics.
ASK: What types of careers are available in Robotics?
SHOW: The first slide of The Robotics Profession PowerPoint slide presentation. Tell the
students to check out the Robotics Career book from the school’s library.
SAY: Our first objective is to identify employment and career opportunities in Robotics.
ASK: What is Robotics?
SHOW: Show a photo of a robot or an actual robot.
ASK: What is employment?
SAY: Employment is an occupation by which a person earns a living; work; business.
ASK and SHOW: Do females have the same career opportunities as males in Robotics?
SAY: Yes, the field of Robotics offers opportunities to both females and males.
ASK and SHOW: What industries require the use of Robotics?
SAY: The Automobile, Information Technology, Astronomy, Medical are a few of the industries
that use Robotics. Show examples of robots used in these industries.
Outline
Outline (LSI Quadrant II):
Instructors can use the PowerPoint presentation, slides, handouts, and note pages in
conjunction with the following outline.
MI
Outline
Notes to Instructor
I. Introduction
Begin The Robotics
Profession PowerPoint
presentation.
(Slides 1-4)
Teacher proceeds
through presentation
with questions and
answers from
students.
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Part 1
II. Technical Communication
A. Technical terms and definitions
Continue PowerPoint
presentation
(Slides 5-9)
Teacher will discuss
the technical terms
and definitions with
students as they view
the PowerPoint
presentation.
.
III. Career Opportunities in Robotics
See PowerPoint
presentation.
(Slides 10-16)
IV. Employment Opportunities in Robotics
See PowerPoint
presentation.
(Slides 17-18)
Part 2
V. Technical Communication
A. Technical terms and definitions
Continue with
PowerPoint
presentation.
(Slides 19-20)
Teacher proceeds
through presentation
with questions and
answers from
students.
VI. Industry Certification
See PowerPoint
presentation.
(Slides 21-27)
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Prepare to show the
RCSA You Tube Video
(Reference 7.)
(Slide 22)
Part 3
VII. Technical Communication
A. Technical terms and definitions
Continue with
PowerPoint
presentation.
(Slides 28-31)
VIII. What is Job Shadowing?
See PowerPoint
presentation.
(Slide 32)
IX. What is Mentoring?
See PowerPoint
presentation.
(Slides 33-36)
X. What is Apprenticeship?
See PowerPoint
presentation.
(Slide 37)
XI. Rubrics for Grading The Robotics Profession
See PowerPoint
presentation.
(Slide 38)
Teacher discusses the
grading rubrics for The
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Robotics Profession
XII. Assignment: The Robotics Profession
A. Discuss The Robotics Profession
See Microsoft
PowerPoint
Teacher will need to
have copies of the
Assignment: The
Robotics Profession
handout for each
student
(Slide 39)
Verbal
Linguistic
Logical
Mathematical
Visual
Spatial
Musical
Rhythmic
Bodily
Kinesthetic
Intrapersonal
Interpersonal
Naturalist
Existentialist
Application
Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Review the Assignment: The Robotics Profession with the students.
Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Students will research The Robotics Profession lesson using Microsoft Word and the Internet.
Summary
Review (LSI Quadrants I and IV):
Question: What industries offer Robotics career opportunities?
Answer: The industries which offer Robotics career opportunities are: Automobile,
Information Technology (IT), Astronomy, Medical Field, Deep Sea Ocean Exploration, the Study
of Volcanoes, the Antarctic, and Archeology.
Question: What is the name of the agency which offers certifications in Robotics?
Answer: The Robotics Certification Standards Alliance (RCSA) is an international
robotics certification authority that confers various industry and educational related robotics
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certifications.
Evaluation
Informal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III):
Teacher observes as students complete the robotics profession research.
Formal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III, IV):
Students will complete the Assignment: The Robotics Profession with the teacher and answer
the reflection question: “O*NET Online has detailed descriptions of the world of work for use by
job seekers, workforce development and HR professionals, students, researchers, and more!
Visit the O*NET Online website (http://www.onetonline.org/). Do you think that this website may
help you locate career opportunities in Robotics? What types of Robotics career opportunities
are listed?
Extension
Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV):
Students will discuss their Robotics Profession research in class.
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Terms and Definitions
The Robotics Profession
Part 1:
130.370(c)(1)(B) Identify employment and career opportunities in Robotics.
Terms
Career
Definitions
An occupation or profession, especially
one requiring special training, followed as
one's lifework: He sought a career as a
robotics engineer.
Employment
An occupation by which a person earns a
living; work; business.
Robotics
Is the study of robots. The Merriam
Webster Dictionary, 1998, defines robotics
as “technology dealing with the design,
construction, and operation of robots.”
Part 2:
130.370(c)(1)(C) Investigate and work toward industry certifications.
Term
Industry Certification
Definition
Is a process of program evaluation
ensuring that individual programs meet
industry standards in the areas of
curriculum, teacher qualification, lab
specifications, equipment, and industry
involvement. [2010 Ga. ALS 390, 1].
Courtesy:
http://definitions/uslegal.com/industry-certification/
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Part 3:
130.370(c)(1)(K) Explore career preparation learning experiences, including, but
not limited to, job shadowing, mentoring, and apprenticeship training.
Terms
Job Shadowing
Definitions
Is an activity in which an individual spends
time with a worker on the job, observing
actual workplace tasks in order to explore a
potential career interest.
Courtesy: www.education.com
Mentoring
Is a developmental partnership through
which one person shares knowledge, skills,
information and perspective to foster the
personal and professional growth of
someone else.
Courtesy:
http://cmcismentorprogram.wordpress.com/mentoringprogram-manual/definition-of-mentoring/
Apprenticeship Training
A formal occupational training program
which combines on-the-job training and
related instruction and in which workers
learn the practical and conceptual skills
required for a skilled occupation, craft, or
trade. It may be registered or unregistered.
Courtesy:
http://www.dol.gov/vets/grants/grant3/glossary.htm
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Assignment: The Robotics Profession
Instructions: You will explore local employment and career opportunities and career preparation
learning experiences (job shadowing, mentoring, and apprenticeship training) in Robotics.
1. Career Opportunities in Robotics exists in many industries. What industry would you prefer
to work in? Select one of the industries below.
a. Archeology
b. Astronomy
c. Automotive
d. Information Technology
e. Medical
f. Security
g. Toy
2. Visit the website(s) of local Chamber of Commerce(s) in your area. Create a list of at least 8
local companies for job shadowing in Robotics for your class.
3. Determine the type of mentoring you think would be best for your Robotics class. Explain
why you think that this type of mentoring is best for you.
a. Traditional One-One Mentoring
b. Group Mentoring
c. Team Mentoring
d. Peer Mentoring
e. E-Mentoring or Online Mentoring
4. Create a list of local mentors for your Robotics class. Your mentors may be individual
professionals and corporations. You may use the Internet to assist you with your work.
5. Research a list of local apprenticeship training programs for your Robotics class.
6. Proofread for spelling, grammar, and capitalization.
Supplies: Microsoft Word, Internet Access
Deliverables: Microsoft Word Document, Reflection
Reflection: O*NET Online has detailed descriptions of the world of work for use by job seekers,
workforce development and HR professionals, students, researchers, and more! Visit the O*NET
Online website (http://www.onetonline.org/). Do you think that this website may help you locate
career opportunities in Robotics? What types of Robotics career opportunities are listed?
How your grade will be calculated.
Graded Elements
Completed Word handout
Completed Word handout discussed
Information (1-5)
Proofreading
Reflection
Total Points
Total Points
20
10
50
10
10
100
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