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IGCSE Computer Science 0478 — 6.2 Robotics

What makes something a robot, and where robots are used.

Modules (29)

Printables for this journey

Every module above has its own free printable worksheet with an answer key. These crosswords and word searches cover the same terms:

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Crossword: 2.3 Encryption and 3.1 Computer Architecture (Modules 204–217) 10 clues · Private key, Encrypting with the recipient's public key, Decrypting with the private key, Sending a secure message with asymmetric encryption and more
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Crossword: 3.2 Input and Output Devices (Modules 273–282) 10 clues · 3D printer, Speaker, Actuator, Choosing a suitable output device for a context and more
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Crossword: 3.2 Input and Output Devices and 3.3 Data Storage (Modules 293–303) 10 clues · Sensors, microprocessor and actuator in a control system, Matching sensors to the data they capture, Choosing the most suitable sensor for a given context, Choosing input devices, output devices and sensors together for a system and more
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Crossword: 6.1 Automated Systems and 6.2 Robotics (Modules 618–631) 10 clues · Advantages and disadvantages of automation in agriculture, Advantages and disadvantages of automation in weather monitoring, Advantages and disadvantages of automation in gaming, Advantages and disadvantages of automation in lighting and more
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Crossword: 6.2 Robotics (Modules 632–641) 10 clues · Characteristic of a robot: programmable, The three characteristics of a robot together, Deciding whether a device is a robot, Example robot: factory equipment and more
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Crossword: 6.2 Robotics (Modules 642–651) 10 clues · Role of robots in domestic settings, Role of robots in entertainment, Matching a robot task to its role, Advantage of robots: safer work and more
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Crossword: 6.2 Robotics and 6.3 Artificial Intelligence (Modules 652–661) 10 clues · Writing exam answers about robotics, Artificial intelligence (AI), Intelligent behaviour in a computer, The two types of AI in this course and more
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Word Search: 2.2 Methods of Error Detection to 3.1 Computer Architecture (Modules 189–217) 20 words to find · Choosing an error detection method for a scenario, Interception of data on a network, Plaintext, Ciphertext and more
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Word Search: 3.2 Input and Output Devices (Modules 262–282) 22 words to find · Choosing a suitable input device for a context, LCD screen, LED screen, Comparing LCD and LED screens and more
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Word Search: 3.2 Input and Output Devices and 3.3 Data Storage (Modules 283–303) 22 words to find · Humidity sensor, Infra-red sensor, Level sensor, Light sensor and more
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Word Search: 6.1 Automated Systems and 6.2 Robotics (Modules 608–631) 21 words to find · Advantage: accuracy and consistency, Advantage: safety in dangerous places, Advantage: lower running costs and fewer errors, Disadvantage: cost to buy, install and maintain and more
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Word Search: 6.2 Robotics (Modules 632–651) 22 words to find · Characteristic of a robot: programmable, The three characteristics of a robot together, Deciding whether a device is a robot, Example robot: factory equipment and more
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Word Search: 6.2 Robotics and 6.3 Artificial Intelligence (Modules 652–678) 20 words to find · Writing exam answers about robotics, Artificial intelligence (AI), Intelligent behaviour in a computer, The two types of AI in this course and more

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