ACIT4020 Robotics and Control Project Course description

This course provides a hands-on experience with the application of novel theories and methods into a specific system in robotics and control. The application topic will be tightly connected to on-going research projects and the relevant laboratories at OsloMet. The topic will be announced one semester prior to the start of the course.

The course comprises of a review of the research challenge, lectures on state-of-the-art theories and methods used in the design of the specific application, practical aspects for the development work. The project work will be in real or virtual laboratory environment. Students will get a holistic perspective on research and development work and hands-on experience with the cutting-edge technologies.

Language of instruction: English

Student's scientific background should comply with the the admission requirements of the robotics and control specialization. It is highly recommended that the student has previous knowledge in mathematics, programming, robotics and control. It is recommended that the student has taken the courses ACIT4810 Advanced Methods in Modelling, Simulation, and Control, ACIT4820 Applied Robotics, and Autonomous Systems and ACIT4830 Special Robotics and Control Subject.

No formal requirements over and above the admission requirements.

Knowledge

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:

• have advanced knowledge of novel theories and methods for a specific robotics and control application
• knowledge in practical aspects for the development work.

Skills

Upon successful completion of the course, the student:

• can assess suitability of different theories and methods for the specific robotics and control application
• can apply novel theories and methods for the specific robotics and control system
• can design and implement the chosen algorithms, software and hardware for the specific robotics and control application.

General competence

Upon successful completion of the course, the student:

• can analyze, present and debate the possible novel solutions for a robotics and control project in light of the theoretical and practical approaches

Topics covered in this course

• Application of novel theories and methods into a specific system in robotics and control.
• Project work related to current research projects at the Mechanical, Electronic and Chemical Engineering department and related laboratories at OsloMet.

This course will feature weekly lectures, seminars and laboratory work to provide both theoretical and hands-on experience. The course responsible will introduce the project topic at the beginning of the semester. The project work will be carried out in groups of a size suited for the assignment (between 2 and 4 students) and focused around the relevant laboratories at OsloMet. The student will supplement the lectures and laboratory work with their own reading and project work.

The following required coursework must be approved before the student can take the exam:

• Four assignments in groups, 2-4 students, approximately 500-1000 words per assignment per student
• Short oral presentation of the assignments (approximately 10 minutes per group).

The assessment will be based on two part-exams:

1) Group project report, in groups of 2-4 students, 10000-20000 words, where each student contribute approximately 5000 words. The project report counts 80% of the final grade.

2) Individual project presentation (10 minutes). The oral examination counts 20% of the final grade

Both exams must be passed in order to pass the course.

Part 1: The exam may be appealed, the right to appeal is individual. This means that each group member may only submit an appeal on their own behalf.

Part 2: The oral examination cannot be appealed.

The exam must be written in either English or a Scandinavian language.

In group work, the students’ different contributions must be reflected in the submitted work. Normally, all members of the group receive the same grade, but in exceptional cases, individual grades may be assigned within groups after further assessment. In such cases, all students in the relevant group will be informed that grades will be given individually before the grades are published.

New/postponed exam:

In case of failed exam or legal absence, the student may apply for a new or postponed exam. New or postponed exams are offered within a reasonable time span following the regular exam. The student is responsible for registering for a new/postponed exam within the time limits set by OsloMet. The regulations for new or postponed examinations are available in regulations relating to studies and examinations at OsloMet.

A student who fails or has legal absence in the ordinary exam, may submit a reworked version at a re-sit.

All aids are permitted, provided the rules for plagiarism and source referencing are complied with.

Grade scale A-F.

Two internal examiners. External examiner is used periodically.

The course main teacher will be one of the teachers in the Robotics and Control specialization. Questions can be sent to specialization coordinator, Professor Tiina Komulainen.