Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY
As the 2016-17 academic year draws to a close at The Storm King School, Dr. Paul Feffer’s Intro to Computer Science class had the chance to show off their final projects. This year, the students designed their own computer games using Arduino microcontrollers. The students had their games on display in the dining hall just before lunch on Tuesday, May 9.
Mr. Lewis reaches Level 2 in “Fast Hide” by Allen Li and Richard Chen
GAMES GALORE
As faculty and students arrived, they were able to play the games and talk to the creators about their projects. The students designed some very interesting games, including “Fast Hide” by Allen Li and Richard Chen, “Hero Ball Game” by Igor Klimtsov, and a bat mobile with an Arduino-controlled motor made by Chris Quartey. Sports fans, especially Coach Alan Lewis, enjoyed “Beat the Lakers” by Alice Chen and Mingwei Yang, and all had a laugh trying to dodge falling wigs in “The Don Loses His Toupee – The Wall Edition” by Michael Roper and Andy Byrne. “We have some very creative games here today,” said Dr. Feffer. “The projects are the culmination of what the students learned in class all year. They got to apply their knowledge and have some fun in the process.”
Jed Wu and Jim Ning show off their “Frog Game” to Ms. Toni
INTRO TO COMPUTER SCIENCE
Intro Computer Science introduces the student to a number of topics within computer science including computer programming in Java and the use of microcontrollers. The course begins with an exploration of computer architecture, the fundamentals of data representation in computer memory, and rudimentary website design. The Java programming language is introduced in a graphical environment where students learn about the basic language syntax and structure, and develop their ability to think algorithmically. During the latter half of the year, students are introduced to simple electrical circuits and microcontrollers, which are used to interface with hardware components such as LEDs, servos, and speakers, and sensors to measure light, sound, temperature, touch, and motion.
Arduino is an open-source electronics prototyping platform based on flexible, easy-to-use hardware and software. It’s intended for artists, designers, hobbyists, and anyone interested in creating interactive objects or environments.
Visit our Academics webpages for more information about The Storm King School’s Science curriculum.
Mike Roper and Andy Byrne show off their creation called “The Don Loses His Toupee”