A. Who can join Science Innovation (Arduino) SIA 

• Anyone who is interested to learn simple coding (C++) and build interesting electronics projects in a team of 2 or 3 
• Both IP and SIP students are eligible.  
• Only about 12 places available (depending on number of students who opt for this SIA in Jan 2023)
• Registration opens in Jan 2023 as part of SIAs option for all Sec 3s 

B. Students who should NOT apply

• those who have registered or are interested in other research/special programmes in 2022 (e.g. SMP, NSMP, HSSRP, MPP, HP, BSP, AEP, HMP)

• those who have NO interest in electronics or hands-on stuff

•  those who have heavy commitments like student councillors 

C. FAQ:

Q1: What is the time commitment for this SIA? 

• 1 period (about 45 min) every fortnight, usually indicated in the timetable (SIA period)
• and 1 hour of independent learning (using DIY kit) every other week if interested. 

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• From 2023 Term 1 to 3 - End with Term 3 week 10 CREATE Day presentations 

Q2: How is the selection tests like for this SIA?

• NO prior knowledge or good science grades needed, but preferably taking physics in upper sec. 
• Depends on students' other commitments and also on the students' registration response and availability of places (about 12 only).

Q3: Will students in Advanced Physics course have a module where they build using Arduino?  

• Yes in previous years, in Sec 4 only. Advanced Physics is NOT a requirement to join this SIA. 

Q4: What is the expected product at the end of this SIA?

• A prototype of a device, gadget or system that uses a microcontroller that benefits someone/some people.

Q5: Is there a fixed theme for the electronics that we will be designing, or are students free to design the prototypes?

• No fixed theme, as long as it is beneficial to someone/some people. . We'll start with individual ideas, then form teams (of two or three) with an idea of common interest. 

Q6: May I know if we are allowed to choose our own team to work with？

• Yes.

Q7: Are the students pre-selected this year for 2023 Arduino SIA?

• No.
• When SIA registration is opened to all in Jan 2023, those who've expressed interest earlier (e.g. using microcontroller kit in Dec may be considered, given the limited places

Q8: Would this SIA affect our subject combinations in Sec 3? 

• No.  

Q9: Are the prototypes limited? Can we come up with our own prototype to make? 

• Your team (2 or 3 students) can decide on what prototype to create. Only limited by your imagination and level of difficulty of idea.  

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