​​ART 3504 / 5704
​TS: Physical Computing

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of creating interactive physical systems using micro-controllers, sensors, actuators, and code. You will use the Arduino platform to create projects while learning about electric circuits, different components, and how they can be used to create artworks and other fun devices.

​This course does not require prior coding experience but it is recommended. For example, ART 3504 TS: Creative Coding, CS 1054, CS 1044, or equivalent.

The textbook is:

Make: Learn electronics with Arduino - An Illustrated Beginners's Guide to Physical Computing
Jody Culkin and Eric Hagan, Maker Media, 2017 - $12


For this course you will also need to buy some materials:

• (01) ARDX Starter Kit - $70  or  (01) ARDX- Basic Experimentation Kit $45 + (01) Arduino Uno R3 $23
• (01) Basic digital multimeter - $16
• (02) 9V battery - $10
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​Here is where you can find them:

The ARDX starter kit for Arduino costs $70 and already includes an Arduino Uno R3.   Where to buy: ElectroMaker, Mouser,  RobotShop, SeeedStudio, or Amazon

If you already have and Arduino Uno R3 or can't find the kit above you can buy the ARDX Basic Experimentation Kit instead ($45) and buy the arduino separately ($23)

Where to buy the ARDX Basic Kit : ElectroMaker, Mouser, or SeeedStudio

Where to buy the Arduino Uno R3: Arduino Store, RobotShop, Amazon, SparkFun

Digital Multimeter -  Anything between $15 to $40. Where to buy: any hardware store or Online. Examples of recommended ones:  RobotShop $16 Sparkfun $15, Amazon $13 Home Depot $28. If you already have one you can probably use it.

Standard 9V battery - $10. Where to buy: Any local store or online. You will might need 2 (one for your multimeter)