FIRST Tech Challenge brings science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) alive through a dynamic, hands-on approach to robotics. The program challenges students to apply STEM concepts in real-world situations and inspires tomorrow's innovators and entrepreneurs
Teams design, build, and program their robots to compete on a 12' X 12' field, in 2v2 matches, against other teams. Robots are built from a reusable platform, powered by Android technology, and programmed using blocks or the Java programming language. Teams, including students, coaches, and mentors, are required to develop strategy and build robots based on sound engineering principles, such as rapid prototyping. Awards are earned for the competition, as well as team's community outreach, robot design, and other real-world accomplishments.
Start a Team Season MaterialsThe Challenge
The Robot Game
Design, build, and program a robot to compete in fast pased 2v2 matches. The Robot game consists of a autonomous and teleoperated period.
Judging
Prepare a 5 minute presentation about your team and your robot. Participate in multiple Q&A team interviews.
Interview Feedback Form Judging Summary Sheet
Engineering Portfolio
Prepare a short document outlining your robot's design, control, and innovation; alongside your team's sustainability and outreach.
Judging Summary SheetCosts and Funding
Our goal is to give every student in the province the opportunity to participate in STEM education. Cost is a major barrier for students across the province and we are committed to reducing costs and providing new and existing teams the resources they need to participate.
Every team in the province is required to pay a registration fee of $300 CAD. After paying this registration, we will provide you all the resources required for your team to participate in FIRST Tech Challenge.
Cost
$300
HST Included
Your Team Receives:
- Participation at the FIRST Provincial Championship
- FTC Starter Kit + Control Bundle*
- FTC BIOBUZZ Practice Materials**
- Travel Stipend***
Provided Travel Stipends for Teams
With your registration fee paid, you're team gets the opportunity to participate in the Newfoundland and Labrador Championship competition in St. John’s. We recognize that travel is another barrier for students to participate in programs like this. For teams that require overnight travel to participate, your registration fee will also unlock travel stipends to support getting to the competition.
| Driving >100km | Driving >250km | Driving >500km | Driving >800km | Flying From Labrador |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $75 per participant (up to $750) | $125 per participant (up to $1250) | $150 per participant (up to $1500) | $200 per participant (up to $2000) | $800 per participant* |
*depending on team size, we may not be able to accommodate all flight tickets. We will do our best to provide funding for as many students and coaches as possible.
