Artificial Intelligence for Robotics. 3 credits, 3 contact hours

Catalog description

Prerequisites: DS 675 . This course introduces students to the foundational concepts of AI as they apply to the complex world of robotics, emphasizing how AI algorithms enable robots to interpret sensor data, navigate dynamic environments, and interact intelligently with both objects and humans. The course explores key AI methods, including computer vision, natural language processing, path planning and reinforcement learning that give robots the ability to analyze, reason, and respond to the world around them. Students will engage with hands-on projects with a focus on real-world applications in areas like autonomous vehicles and industrial automation. By the end of the course, students will have gained a deep understanding of how AI enables autonomous robots to perform complex tasks, being instructed with natural language making them capable of working alongside humans in various settings.