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ACS6501   Foundations of Robotics   (15 credits)

 
Year Running: 2021/2022
Credit level: F7

Description

This is an introductory module on the foundations of robotics. The aim of this module is to consolidate fundamental robotics engineering aspects, including ethical ones, as well as introduce relevant topics to those new to the discipline. The module is separated into five distinct themes: (a) Introduction to robotics and robot ethics (b) Introductory maths (c) Systems modelling and simulation (d) Control systems analysis and design (e) Introduction to programming

 

Reading List


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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type Hours
Independent 96.0
Lab 19.0
Lecture 33.0
Tutorial 2.0
 

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type Duration % of formal assessment Semester
Course Work 0.0 30 % S1
Other 0.0 70 % S1
 

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2021-22.