In this interactive two-hour workshop with an academic and/or postgraduate ambassadors, students will develop their understanding of how biosensors are used in medical and sporting settings. Using the Arduino controller module students will be able to apply their knowledge to use a range of sensors (e.g., EMG, flex sensors, and accelerometers) to monitor and record human activity. Students will have opportunity to critically consider how Biosensor-Based Human Activity Recognition can be used in a variety of industry settings and the importance of building diverse data sets to inform the design and testing of Biomedical equipment or even industrial platform such as fighter jets.

Curriculum Links:

• Computer Science Computing (Key Stage 4-5/ Level 2-3) – understanding data flow through IPO systems
• Biology (Key Stage 5/ Level 3) – Sports Physiology/ Exercise and Co-ordination
• Sport and Exercise Science (Level 3)– Field and Laboratory Fitness Testing
• Physical Education (Key Stage 5/ Level 3) – The role of technology in Sport and Exercise/Applied Physiology

Gatsby Benchmarks:

Workshop: 1, 3, 4, 7

Taster Day: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7

Make it a Taster Day: Includes a campus tour and HE information talk. You can choose this when you complete the booking form.