Raspberry Pi: Make a Workbench Computer

Build a touch-screen driven application and control appliances and devices using a Raspberry Pi

Created by: Dr. Peter Dalmaris
Educator and Author of "Maker Education Revolution".

What Will I Learn?

• Create graphical applications on the Raspberry Pi
• Understand the basics of controlling mains appliances using relays
• Learn how to use a low-cost relay board to control large loads with your Raspberry Pi
• Understand how to use a relay board to control large loads with your Raspberry Pi
• Control DC devices
• Use the camera to take snapshots, interval snapshots and videos.
• Create a Python application that allows you to control external devices and appliances, and interact with sensors
• Manipulate still images and video taken by the Raspberry Pi camera
• Design a driver circuit for the external relays
• Control mains appliances safely
• Create an enclosure for your mains controller circuit
• Setup a remote working environment for your Raspberry Pi
• Design a printed circuit board for the relay circuit

Requirements

• A basic understanding of the Raspberry Pi
• A basic understanding of electronics
• Ability to install free software on your computer
• Parts and tools, as listed in a free lecture in section 1

Target audience

• Anyone familiar with the Raspberry Pi looking to expand their skills
• Anyone interested in home automation
• Anyone looking for a challenging project