Robotics
Enriching Students with Hands-On Technology Skills.
Imagine this...
Every day, students build robots, program them with code, and solve unique challenges alongside teammates. No textbooks, no lectures—just hands-on, authentic learning applied to the real world.
I cannot say enough how attending UMEI has changed my life and shaped me as a person.
Not only have I received the best academic education possible, but I
have grown in my confidence, leadership capabilities, and my faith.
UMEI Student
I cannot say enough how attending UMEI has changed my life and shaped me as a person.
Not only have I received the best academic education possible, but I
have grown in my confidence, leadership capabilities, and my faith.
UMEI Student
Inside the Program
Program Advantage
Achievement & Impact
History of the Program
Preparing for the Future
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Learning Through Robotics
UMEI's Robotics Program is built on a simple principle: students learn best through building, experimentation, and real-world problem solving. Robotics is offered as a fully integrated, enriched four-year program designed to develop technical skill, creativity, and resilience.
The program emphasizes hands-on learning, interdisciplinary thinking, and practical application — preparing students for pathways in engineering, technology, skilled trades, and related fields.
Inside the Program
A Four-Year Robotics Journey
Program Advantage
UMEI offers a structured, four-year robotics pathway:
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Grade 9 – LEGO Robotics Foundations
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Grade 10 – Custom Robot Design & Build
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Grades 11 & 12 – FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC)
Students develop skills in:
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Mechanical and electrical systems, programming and automation
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Teamwork, project management, communication and leadership
Confidence Through Challenge
Achievement & Impact
UMEI robotics teams consistently compete at a high level within Ontario, demonstrating strength in engineering design, programming, strategy, and collaboration. Beyond competition, the program helps students develop confidence, direction, and clarity through applied technical learning. Students gain valuable experience in teamwork, critical thinking, and leadership while applying classroom learning in meaningful, real-world ways. The program builds resilience, initiative, and problem-solving for future pathways.
A Tradition of Robotics
History of the Program
The Robotics Program, founded over 20 years ago, was established to provide students with authentic technical challenges aligned with evolving workforce demands. What began in a small lab has grown into a dedicated workspace, reflecting sustained student interest and program growth. Mentorship and community involvement remain central to the program’s development. Through hands-on learning and collaboration, students build technical skills, curiosity, and practical experience that support future pathways.
Skills for Future Innovators
Preparing for the Future
As robotics, automation, and emerging technologies reshape industries, the program equips students with highly transferable skills:
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Analytical thinking
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Technical literacy
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Creative problem solving
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Collaboration and adaptability
By integrating theory with practical experience, students are prepared not only to understand technology, but to build and innovate with it.
Learning Through Robotics
UMEI's Robotics Program is built on a simple principle: students learn best through building, experimentation, and real-world problem solving. Robotics is offered as a fully integrated, enriched four-year program designed to develop technical skill, creativity, and resilience.
The program emphasizes hands-on learning, interdisciplinary thinking, and practical application — preparing students for pathways in engineering, technology, skilled trades, and related fields.
Inside the Program
A Four-Year Robotics Journey
Program Advantage
UMEI offers a structured, four-year robotics pathway:
-
Grade 9 – LEGO Robotics Foundations
-
Grade 10 – Custom Robot Design & Build
-
Grades 11 & 12 – FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC)
Students develop skills in:
-
Mechanical and electrical systems, programming and automation
-
Teamwork, project management, communication and leadership
Confidence Through Challenge
Achievement & Impact
UMEI robotics teams consistently compete at a high level within Ontario, demonstrating strength in engineering design, programming, strategy, and collaboration. Beyond competition, the program helps students develop confidence, direction, and clarity through applied technical learning. Students gain valuable experience in teamwork, critical thinking, and leadership while applying classroom learning in meaningful, real-world ways. The program builds resilience, initiative, and problem-solving for future pathways.
A Tradition of Robotics
History of the Program
The Robotics Program, founded over 20 years ago, was established to provide students with authentic technical challenges aligned with evolving workforce demands. What began in a small lab has grown into a dedicated workspace, reflecting sustained student interest and program growth. Mentorship and community involvement remain central to the program’s development. Through hands-on learning and collaboration, students build technical skills, curiosity, and practical experience that support future pathways.
Skills for Future Innovators
Preparing for the Future
As robotics, automation, and emerging technologies reshape industries, the program equips students with highly transferable skills:
-
Analytical thinking
-
Technical literacy
-
Creative problem solving
-
Collaboration and adaptability
By integrating theory with practical experience, students are prepared not only to understand technology, but to build and innovate with it.
Benefits of Co-Op at UMEI
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Engineering Inspiration Award
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Quality Award
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Safety All-Star Awards
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FTC Provincial Finalists (2nd place)
Robotics Awards
Self-worth
&
Faith
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Responsibility
&
Resilience
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University Math
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Physics
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Computer Engineering: Robotics Control Systems
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Compete at the FIRST Tech Challenge & FIRST Robotics Competition (Team #8081)
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Assume Leadership roles on Team 8081
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Partner with local businesses on projects
GRADE 11/12 PROGRAM
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University Math
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Physics
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Computer Engineering: Robotics Control Systems
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Compete at the FIRST Tech Challenge & FIRST Robotics Competition (Team #8081)
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Assume Leadership roles on Team 8081
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Partner with local businesses on projects
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GRADE 10 PROGRAM
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Academic Math
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Academic Science
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Gr. 10 Robotics
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Compete regionally and nationally as part of the FIRST Robotics Club (Team #8081)
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Volunteer at UMEI's Robotics Jr/Sr Summer Camps
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Academic Math
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Academic Science
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Gr. 10 Robotics
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Compete regionally and nationally as part of the FIRST Robotics Club (Team #8081)
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Volunteer at UMEI's Robotics Jr/Sr Summer Camps
GRADE 9 PROGRAM
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Academic Math
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Academic Science
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Gr. 9 Robotics
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Compete regionally and nationally as part of the FIRST Robotics Club (Team #8081)
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Volunteer at UMEI's Robotics Jr/Sr Summer Camps
GRADE 9 PROGRAM
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Academic Math
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Academic Science
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Gr. 9 Robotics
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Compete regionally and nationally as part of the FIRST Robotics Club (Team #8081)
-
Volunteer at UMEI's Robotics Jr/Sr Summer Camps
Self-worth
&
Faith
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim.
Responsibility
&
Resilience
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim.
-
University Math
-
Physics
-
Computer Engineering: Robotics Control Systems
-
Compete at the FIRST Tech Challenge & FIRST Robotics Competition (Team #8081)
-
Assume Leadership roles on Team 8081
-
Partner with local businesses on projects
GRADE 11/12 PROGRAM
-
University Math
-
Physics
-
Computer Engineering: Robotics Control Systems
-
Compete at the FIRST Tech Challenge & FIRST Robotics Competition (Team #8081)
-
Assume Leadership roles on Team 8081
-
Partner with local businesses on projects
GRADE 11/12 PROGRAM
GRADE 10 PROGRAM
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Academic Math
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Academic Science
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Gr. 10 Robotics
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Compete regionally and nationally as part of the FIRST Robotics Club (Team #8081)
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Volunteer at UMEI's Robotics Jr/Sr Summer Camps
GRADE 10 PROGRAM
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Academic Math
-
Academic Science
-
Gr. 10 Robotics
-
Compete regionally and nationally as part of the FIRST Robotics Club (Team #8081)
-
Volunteer at UMEI's Robotics Jr/Sr Summer Camps
GRADE 9 PROGRAM
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Academic Math
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Academic Science
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Gr. 9 Robotics
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Compete regionally and nationally as part of the FIRST Robotics Club (Team #8081)
-
Volunteer at UMEI's Robotics Jr/Sr Summer Camps
GRADE 9 PROGRAM
-
Academic Math
-
Academic Science
-
Gr. 9 Robotics
-
Compete regionally and nationally as part of the FIRST Robotics Club (Team #8081)
-
Volunteer at UMEI's Robotics Jr/Sr Summer Camps
UMEI features the only 4-year Robotics Program in Southwestern Ontario.
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