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SUBCHAPTER A:ACADEMICS (970)

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Section 970: ROBOTICS COMPETITION

(a) THE CONTEST. PURPOSE.

(1) Purpose. Robotics incorporates numerous STEM components that develop beneficial knowledge and skills for students, including mechanical and software engineering, computer programming and mathematics. Participation in robotics fosters creativity and innovation, while teaching students to work collaboratively and to think critically and analytically.

(2) Format. The contest structure shall be as specified in the current UIL Robotics Handbook.

(b) ENTRIES

Each member school shall be allowed to enter contestants as specified in the current UIL Robotics Handbook.

(c) QUALIFICATION.
Criteria for advancement shall be as specified in the current UIL Robotics Handbook. Advancing contestants shall qualify to participate in the UIL Robotics State Championships.