Lego Olympiad

COMPETITION CATEGORIES

There are three divisions of competition (Computer-controlled, Theme, and Open). Some divisions are also broken down into different categories based upon the grade level of the participants.

The Computer Controlled and Theme Divisions allow teams of two to five members to compete using their own personal Legos and/or those supplied by their school/sponsoring group. These two divisions are limited to students in grades 4-12.

COMPUTER CONTROLLED DIVISION: Entries in this division must utilize a computer to control at least one electric motor. Control options include: MindStorms, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Computer based interfaces.

THEME DIVISION: A specific theme will be announced at the start of the contest. Team members must then work together to design, document, and then construct a project based on the theme. This is a good choice for teams that have not had the opportunity to prepare for the other divisions. It will also challenge the team's ability to solve problems under pressure. There will be up to three Theme Division categories organized by school grade.

The Open Division allows students grades K-8 (or younger) to compete using their own personal Legos and/or those supplied by their school/sponsoring group. Open Division participants can compete individually or in teams of up to five people.

OPEN DIVISION: There is no minimum age restriction for this division. There will be three Open Division categories organized by school grade. This allows participants to compete with others around their own age.

Trophies and awards will be presented at the conclusion of the contest. The entry fee is $4 per person