MEC 140 - Introduction to Robotics

4 credit hours - Fours hours of lecture and directed laboratory weekly; one term.
Learn the basic principles of robotics, such as mechanical construction, electronics, sensors, motors and robot programming. This course uses a hands-on approach to introduce the basic concepts, focusing on the construction and programming of autonomous mobile and Industrial robots. Works in groups to build and test increasingly more complex robots, culminating in an end-of-semester robot project. Lab fee $100.

Prerequisite(s): EET 130 or permission of department chair.

Note: Typically offered MC; fall and spring terms.