ACIT4020 Robotics and Control Project Emneplan

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.

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

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

• delivery of a written report (3000 words, +/- 10%)
• delivery of two rounds peer reviews
• mid-term presentation of literature search

The examination consists of two parts:

1. An individual written article between 5000 and 10000 words. The article counts 60% towards the final grade.

2. A 20-minute individual presentation. The oral exam counts 40% towards the final grade.

Each part must be passed with at least E to pass examination.

Part 1 of the exam can be appealed, part 2 of the exam cannot be appealed.

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.

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

Grade scale A-F

Two internal examiners. External examiner is used periodically.

Lothar Fritsch / Different instructor can take lead. Different instructors can offer parallel topics, sharing the supervision work in same course instance.

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Mastery a word processing application, including advanced spellchecking, formatting, template handling, and referencing. Experience with a reference database / reference manager for literature work will be advantageous. Consider using OsloMet’s library training for students: https://student.oslomet.no/en/kurs-universitetsbiblioteket