Introduces basic concepts in robotics including coordinate
transformation, kinematics, dynamics, Laplace
transforms, equations of motion, feedback and feedforward
control, and trajectory planning.
Prerequisite
AMS 161 or MAT 127 or 132 or 142;
AMS 210 or MAT 211 or MEC 262
Course Goals
Textbook
Major Topics Covered in Course
Covers simple and complex sensors (such as cameras), hybrid and behavior based control and path planning. Concepts are illustrated through laboratories using the LEGO Robot Kit.