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====== Drive Systems and PC Tools ======

===== Skilled Level =====

Students demonstrate **basic identification, safe handling, and understanding** of core components.

● Identify FRC core components: **RoboRIO, Driver Station Radio, VRM, PCM, PDH/PDP**.

● Explain the **function and purpose** of each component.

● Demonstrate correct **powering on/off procedures**.

● Connect components safely according to polarity and FRC safety rules.

● Observe correct operation: RoboRIO powers up, radio connects, VRM provides regulated power.

● Recognize **common faults** (unpowered device, incorrect wiring, misconfigured CAN).

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===== Independent Level =====

Students can **integrate, configure, and troubleshoot** core components in robot subsystems.

● Wire RoboRIO, Radio, VRM, PCM, and PDH/PDP independently, including power, CAN, and signal connections.

● Assign and verify **CAN IDs** for CAN-enabled devices.

● Configure and update **firmware** using vendor software.

● Diagnose issues such as unpowered devices, brownouts, or communication failures.

● Verify telemetry for core components (current, voltage, device health).

● Mentor another student in wiring, configuration, and testing of core components.

● Document wiring, configuration, and troubleshooting steps for team reference.

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===== Leader Level =====

Students **lead installation, configuration, and troubleshooting** for all core components.

● Lead the design and layout of **core components in the robot**, ensuring accessibility, safety, and proper wiring.

● Supervise the wiring and integration of multiple core components simultaneously.

● Train team members on **safe handling, wiring, configuration, and troubleshooting** of RoboRIO, Radio, VRM, PCM, PDH/PDP.

● Develop **team standards and documentation** for component wiring, labeling, and configuration.

● Troubleshoot complex system-level issues under competition conditions (brownouts, CAN communication errors, VRM faults).

● Verify **inspection readiness** for all core components prior to competitions.

● Integrate component health monitoring into team processes (Driver Station, telemetry, log checks).