Get Started with ORC!

Edit from the Admin: The following page and linked content is currently out of date, we are working towards publishing new content in the new year! – Robert, ORC Chair 2024

Welcome to the IEEE Ottawa Robotics Competition!

What do teams do?

• Build and program a robot for a specific challenge
• Prepare a report, and presentation (The Technical Component) for judges
• Present their work, compete against other teams, receive feedback and have fun at the ORC on Competition Day

How many can participate in a team?

Teams need the following:

• 1 Team supervisor (18+ adult)
• 2-7 Students
  • Grades 4-12
• 1 Robotics kit per challenge
  • Order from http://www.orc.ieeeottawa.ca/order-a-kit/
  • Not sure which kit to choose? See our Kit Fact Sheet

Registering for the Competition

Go to the registration page: http://www.orc.ieeeottawa.ca/competition/

1. Make sure to read the Supervisor Information Package and the Media Consent Form
2. Pick up to 2 challenges with your team
   • LEGO: http://www.orc.ieeeottawa.ca/lego
   • Arduino: http://www.orc.ieeeottawa.ca/arduino-challenge
   • Micro:bit: http://www.orc.ieeeottawa.ca/microbit/
3. Register all supervisors (max 2) and each of your teams by the registration deadline
4. Register for work periods if needed (days where your team can work with competition day arenas and with our team)
   • http://www.orc.ieeeottawa.ca/workshops