OVERALL: Mentors are expected to provide some hands on guidance and share their professional expertise with students although decisions and work is primarily done by the students.
TECHNICAL:
Robot Programming/Software Engineering Mentor
- Assist team members with writing code to control robot in C++, Java, Robot C or Labview (depending on program)
- Maintains process focus
Electric Engineer Mentor
- Assist team with wiring the robot’s power and signal system
- Assist and instruct the team members in the electrical and electronics systems on the robot
Mechanical Engineer Mentor
- Provides assistance with design and construction of the robot
- Advise students on the safe use of tools and safety procedures
NON TECHNICAL:
Project Management Mentor
- Provides and overview of project management concepts for team
- Guides the team throughout the project life cycle
Scholarship Mentor
- Assist to educate students, mentors, and parents regarding scholarship opportunities available to FIRST students
- Coordinates application for student/mentor nominations for awards
Marketing Mentor
- Provides a basic overview of Marketing concepts
- Assists students with development and implementation of a Marketing Plan in coordination with the development of a Business Plan
Finance Mentor
- Assist the team in preparing a Business Plan, financial planning/budget for the season
- Organize and assists with fundraising efforts
FIRST® Tech Challenge season can run from August – April
If you would like to learn more about being a mentor at Westlake, please contact info@westaaustin.org.