Students demonstrate basic understanding and safe use of sensors.

● Identify common sensors by type, symbol, and physical appearance.

● Explain the function and application of each sensor (e.g., limit switch detects position, encoder measures rotation).

● Correctly wire sensors to the RoboRIO or other controllers (signal, power, ground).

● Demonstrate safe handling of sensors (avoid short circuits, protect sensitive components).

● Use a multimeter or basic software tools to verify sensor connectivity and basic functionality.

● Observe sensor outputs in a simple test program (e.g., read a limit switch state or encoder counts).

Students can integrate sensors into robot subsystems and troubleshoot issues.

● Independently wire and configure a sensor to a subsystem (e.g., arm, drive, or intake).

● Calibrate sensors where applicable (e.g., gyro zeroing, encoder scaling).

● Read and interpret sensor data in software to control a subsystem or feedback loop.

● Diagnose sensor issues: disconnected wires, reversed polarity, faulty readings, or misalignment.

● Document sensor placement, wiring, and configuration for team reference.

● Mentor or assist another student in wiring, configuring, or troubleshooting a sensor.

Students lead sensor selection, integration, calibration, and troubleshooting for the robot.

● Lead the design and placement of sensors for a subsystem or the whole robot.

● Supervise the installation, calibration, and verification of multiple sensors across the robot.

● Train and mentor team members on sensor wiring, programming, calibration, and troubleshooting.

● Develop and maintain sensor documentation, including wiring diagrams, configuration notes, and calibration procedures.

● Lead troubleshooting during build or competition for sensor-related failures, including CAN/analog/digital issues.

● Evaluate sensor performance and recommend upgrades or optimizations for robot efficiency and reliability.

● Integrate sensor data with software and robot systems for autonomous or precision functions, demonstrating understanding of sensor fusion concepts.

● Identify and research new sensors for possible use in the upcoming season.