ROBOTICS & AUTOMATION SYSTEMS

Catalog description

This course presents an overview of robotic and automated systems, focusing on state-of-the art industry practices and future research directions. Topics include robot operating systems, sensor fusion, feedback control, localization and mapping, path and motion planning, robot-robot and human-robot interaction, and autonomous operation. Students will engage in hands-on laboratory exercises and independent and project-based learning implemented via simulations and modern robotic platforms. The expected background for students includes programming knowledge using a high-level language, as well as some experience in electronic interfacing. (3 credits)