MECH 1351 Autonomous Robots

3 (2 lecture; 3 lab) Credit Hour(s)

This lab-based course uses a hands-on approach to introduce the basic concepts of robotics, focusing on the construction and programming of autonomous mobile robots. Students will first learn the basic principles of mechanical construction, electronics, sensors, motors and robot programming and then work in groups to build and test increasingly more complex mobile robots, culminating in an end-of-semester robot project.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Understand the basic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control systems that make up autonomous robots and perform basic programming tasks.
Use a range of robotic sensors to give autonomous robots more intelligence.
Design and build a complex, agile robot to complete a task.

This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.