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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Introduction to Robotics program is developed by IIT Kanpur. It explores the concepts and mathematical calculations that go behind building robotic manipulators. This introductory course lays a foundation in advanced topics such as AI, automation, self-driving vehicles, and much more. Concepts studied include kinematics, VAL programming, automation, trajectory planning, and vectors.
The Introduction to Robotics certification syllabus uses video lectures, book references, a final assessment to facilitate learning. Learners must be familiar with mathematics, differential equations, and matrices- all on a fundamental level. This AICTE approved course is best suited for undergraduate and postgraduate-level electrical, mechanical, and computer students.
Engineering teachers and working professionals may also apply as this elective course is an FDP (Faculty Development Program). Candidates can opt for the Introduction to Robotics certification by securing the minimum marks as mentioned. For this, they need to complete the course, submit assignments, and write the final-term proctored test.
The Highlights
- Undergraduate/Postgraduate -level course
- NPTEL and Swayam’s e-verified certificate
- Assignments
- Twelve-week program from IIT Kanpur
- Training type- Elective
- Category- ME, Product design, Manufacturing technology
- Ongoing course
- Final proctored examination
- Online training
- Free learning
Programme Offerings
- Final proctored exam
- video lectures
- assignments
- Ongoing course
- E-certificate
- online learning
- Elective curriculum
- Postgraduate level training
- 12-Week Programme
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| INR 1000 | yes | IIT Kanpur |
For learners, the Introduction to Robotics training is accessible for free. Those who need the course completion certificate must pay Rs.1000 to attempt the certification exam towards the end. The course fee structure is as follows.
Introduction to Robotics course fee structure
Online course details | Fees |
Audit learning | Free |
Verified learning | Rs. 1,000 |
Eligibility Criteria
To join the Introduction to Robotics by SWAYAM, students must be familiar with matrices, differential equations, and mathematics- all set at a primary level.
Certification qualifying details:
Learners must secure an average assignment score >/= 10/25 and proctored test score >/= 30/75 to avail of the Introduction to Robotics certification.
What you will learn
By completing the Introduction to Robotics training, candidates will understand:
- Automation
- Trajectory planning
- VAL II programming
- Robot manipulators
- Force control
- Forward and Inverse Kinematics
- DH Parameters
- Vectors
- Rotational and Transformational matrices
- Robot classifications
- Jacobian, manipulation, and Singularity abilities
Who it is for
Students pursuing their last years in computer, electrical, and mechanical engineering can apply for this online training. Additionally, teachers and professionals are welcome to join the Introduction to Robotics program.
Admission Details
Step 1. Visit the Introduction to Robotics online course webpage using the following link: Introduction to Robotics - Course (nptel.ac.in).
Step 2. Sign in or register a SWAYAM account by clicking the option as seen at the top.
Step 3. Applicants need to use their Facebook/Google/Microsoft account to sign into SWAYAM. If not, manually enter a mail ID.
Step 4. Once you receive a verification mail from SWAYAM, continue to build your learning profile.
Application Details
Interested candidates need to view the course’s web page and register for the Introduction to Robotics by SWAYAM. One can either sign in to their existing SWAYAM account or list a new username, password, and mail ID.
The Syllabus
- Introduction
- Origin of automation
- robot joints
- classification of robots
- work volume
- Vectors
- spatial description
- rotation matrix
- homogenous transformation matrix
- DH Parameters
- Forward Kinematics
- Inverse Kinematics
- Jacobian
- Singularity
- Manipulation ability
- Trajectory planning
- Statics and Dynamics of robotic manipulators
- Linear control of robot manipulators
- Force control
- Manipulator – Mechanism Design
- Programming in VAL II
Evaluation process
Students must appear for a proctored exam in-person scheduled towards the program’s end. For this, they need to register using the application available on the website only during registrations. Additionally, an exam fee of Rs. 1000 must be paid.
The final exam is scored out of 100. Learners must obtain 40% in both assignments and the final exam to receive the certificate.
Instructors
IIT Kanpur Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Professor Ashish Dutta – a renowned academician from IIT Kanpur, teaches the course.
The best eight assignments out of all 12 will be considered. The total score will be added and divided by eight to get your average assignment score.
Students can refer to this: https://www.isibang.ac.in/~athreya/psweur/ for learning.
The Introduction to Robotics certification course is approved by the AICTE.
No, the Introduction to Robotics certification is only verifiable on NPTEL’s website.