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The sci-fi vision of robots collaborating with humans to accomplish complex tasks is gradually becoming a reality. In response to this trend, NCKU SOC partnered with PTWA (Program the World Association) to host its inaugural cross-disciplinary, cross-age “AI and Robotics Summer Course and Competition Camp” at Macronix Hall in NCKU's Sheng-Li Campus from August 5th to 7th. The event attracted approximately 300 participants ranging from elementary school students to graduate students. The curriculum integrated electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, industrial design, and game design. The final day featured robotics competitions organized by skill level, concluding the camp while validating learning outcomes. This hands-on, minds-on learning experience left participants of all ages returning home enriched.

「AI 與機器人暑期課程暨競賽營隊」開幕大合照

最後一天進行機器人競賽

After three days of classes, both older and younger participants gained valuable insights. Guo, who will be a freshman this year, shared that he began exploring robotics in his first year of high school, focusing on obstacle-avoidance vehicles and sensors. This camp introduced him to robot simulation, opening up a new realm and level of understanding. One elementary student remarked that they learned programming can be divided into roles—some focus on conceptualizing models while others handle coding. Participants in this AI and Robotics Summer Course and Competition Camp hailed from across the nation. Over ten middle and elementary school students traveled from Hualien, while teachers brought students all the way from Kinmen—all to provide students with opportunities to engage with the latest robotics technologies and trends.

機器人競賽電腦模擬

The opening ceremony was held on the morning of the 5th at the Macronix Auditorium. Attendees included Macronix Chairman Miin Wu, Chief Strategy Officer of U.S.-based Alpha Ring International (ARI) Xie Hong-Hui, National Cheng Kung University President Shen Meng-Ru and Dean of SOC, Dean Su Yen-Kun of the Academy of Innovative Semiconductor and Sustainable Manufacturing, and Executive Vice Dean of SOC Lee Shun-Yu, among other faculty members, demonstrating their commitment to the technology camp. Outside the venue, the NCKU Science Education Center set up booths featuring physics, chemistry, and other science education activities. Attendees and camp participants were invited to conduct experiments and experience the joy of science.

成大科教中心在會場外設置包含物理，化學等科學教育攤位

Chairman Miin Wu stated in his address that one of the founding purposes of Miin Wu SOC (Miin Wu School of Computing) is to establish a computing-focused institution that transcends college and department boundaries, enabling students to acquire knowledge and skills across diverse fields. The AI and Robotics Summer Course and Competition Camp not only spans colleges and departments but also extends across universities, delightfully welcoming participants ranging from university students to elementary school children. Robotics is gaining significant prominence in the next wave of technological advancement. Robots require intelligence—meaning computational capabilities and AI—along with physical limbs, which involve mechanical and materials engineering. Only then can robots be lightweight, stable, and agile. We hope participants will diligently study mathematics and materials-related knowledge and techniques, while valuing hands-on experience, to become future pillars of our nation.

旺宏電子吳敏求董事長

President Shen Meng-Ru, Dean of SOC, noted that robotics is arguably one of the most challenging technologies. He expressed delight at the enthusiastic participation of both children and adults in the camp. He reminded attendees that technology stems from humanity, emphasizing that good technology must align with the real world and demonstrate respect for humankind. President Shen expressed gratitude to the teachers who organized the camp for their dedication in bringing everyone together. He also thanked Macronix International for donating the Macronix Hall at National Cheng Kung University, providing an excellent space. Over these days, participants of all ages have learned about robotics technology and trends, enjoyed hands-on activities, and gained competition experience in such a wonderful environment.

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The development of artificial intelligence technology and its applications is thriving. Generative AI has been widely adopted across various fields, including video creation, language translation, and bidirectional image-to-text and text-to-image generation. However, these applications primarily operate at the data and model computation level. “Physical AI,” which enables machines to truly perceive the real world, make judgments, and interact collaboratively, is viewed as the next wave of innovation. Robots capable of seeing, hearing, and moving represent one of the most tangible applications of this technology.

與會學員從小學生到研究所學生都有

Recognizing the importance of cultivating and nurturing talent, Miin Wu School of Computing hosts the “AI and Robotics Summer Course and Competition Camp” in 2025. Targeted at students ranging from fourth-grade elementary school through graduate school, the program facilitates cross-disciplinary and cross-age exchange and observation, enabling participants to learn new robotics technologies and grasp international trends. The program features four tiered levels of courses and competitions based on participants' programming proficiency. Content ranges from advanced autonomous robot training to AI programming blocks for elementary and middle school students to build their own robots.

Course Levels:

1. AI Robot Grasping and Placement: Participants are graduate students in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science. Students will use digital twin technology to simulate and test various scenarios and parameters through virtual techniques.
2. Robot Race Challenge: Participants are high school and college students with basic robot programming knowledge.
3. Creating Hand-Foot Dance Performance Robots: Targeted at high school or college students with no programming background but a strong interest in robot construction and design, preferably with experience in 3D modeling software.
4. Three-Day AI-Powered Robot Soccer: Targeted at middle and high school students, requiring at least a basic understanding of Scratch block-based programming.

Miin Wu School of Computing commenced operations in August 2020. Sponsored by Macronix International Chairman Miin Wu, it is dedicated to research and education in intelligent computing, AI, and robotics. Beyond this, it provides a comprehensive “interdisciplinary integration” teaching and research environment. The academy places particular emphasis on delivering competitive talent development programs from the perspectives of fundamental science education, foundational technology research, and societal needs. This approach aims to realize the academy's vision: “To cultivate interdisciplinary innovators with both domain expertise and computational proficiency, capable of applying cutting-edge computational technologies to solve real-world problems and collectively build a brighter future.”

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