Introduction to Robotics

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An introductory study of the field of robotics-devices designed and programmed to perform various tasks. Topics include; hardware design (mechanical and electronic); software design; power subsystems; sensors; actuators; effectors; applications; comparison to biological systems; safety; societal impact and ethics. Student will study theory (lecture component) and build/program a robot (laboratory component). Prereq:  Math-151.