Maui Community College
Course Outline
1. Alpha
ETRO Number
310
Course Title
Applied Robotics
Credits
3
Department
STEM Author Dr. Jung Park
Date of Outline
03/10/2010
Effective Date spring 2011
5-year Review Date spring 2016
2. Course Description:
Introduces robotics programming and includes robotic applications for
multifunction part manipulation and motion with stepper and servo-motors. Studies topics related to robotic
design including robotic vision, motion planning, sensing and sensors, actuators, navigation systems,
mobility, and forward and inverse kinematics. Provides laboratory hands-on applications of concepts and
theories.
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Contact Hours/Type
3. Pre-requisites
4 hr. lecture/lab
ETRO 205 and 305, MATH 219 or 232, and PHYS 219, all with grade C or
better.
Pre-requisite may be waived by consent
yes
no
Co-requisites
Recommended Preparation
4. Function/Designation
AS Program
AAS Program
BAS Program
AA Category
Category
List Additional Programs and Category:
Category
Other
Developmental/Remedial
Additional Category
List Additional Programs and Category:
List Additional Programs and Category: Engineering Technology
Other/Additional: Explain:
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Chancellor
Approval Date
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See Curriculum Action Request (CAR) form for the college-wide general education student learning
outcomes (SLOs) and/or the program learning outcomes (PLOs) this course supports.
This course outline is standardized and/or the result of a community college or system-wide agreement.
Responsible committee:
5. Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs): List one to four inclusive SLOs.
For assessment, link these to #7 Recommended Course Content, and #9 Recommended Course
Requirements & Evaluation. Use roman numerals (I., II., III.) to designate SLOs
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
I. Demonstrate an understanding of robotics concepts, applications, and uses.
II. Design, write, and debug computer programs that control a mechanical robotic system.
III. Configure, implement, test, and evaluate robotic systems.
IV. Discuss robots capabilities through comparative surveys, operational principles, integrated design
issues, and brainstorming.
6. Competencies/Concepts/Issues/Skills
For assessment, link these to #7 Recommended Course Content, and #9 Recommended Course
Requirements & Evaluation. Use lower case letters (a., b.…zz. )to designate competencies/skills/issues
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
a. Explain the general functions of a robot.
b. Describe the design steps followed to develop a robotic system.
c. Implement edge detection algorithms and apply them in images.
d. Design road maps and their applications in robotics.
e. Interface various forms of sensing to microprocessors or computers.
f. Incorporate hardware sensors into a robotic navigation system.
g. Implement basic electronic circuits and data acquisition techniques to interface a computer to a
mechanical subsystem.
h. Use software such as LabVIEW, AutoCAD, and DAQ technology for designing robotic systems.
i. Create prototypes using mobility design systems and principles.
7. Suggested Course Content and Approximate Time Spent on Each Topic
Linked to #5. Student Learning Outcomes and # 6 Competencies/Skills/Issues
Introduction to robotics. 1-2 weeks (I, IV, a, b)
Robotic (computer) vision. 2-3 weeks (I, III, a, b, c)
Motion planning. 2-3 weeks (I, II,III, a, b, d)
Sensing, sensors, and actuators. 2-3 weeks (I, II, III, IV, a, b, e, g)
Robotic navigation. 2-3 weeks (I, II, III, IV, a, b, c, f, g, h)
Mobility in robotics. 2-3 weeks (I, II, III, a, b, h, i)
8. Text and Materials, Reference Materials, and Auxiliary Materials
Appropriate text(s) and materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include:
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Fred. G Martin , "Robotic Explorations: A Hands-on Introduction to Engineering", Prentice Hall, 2001,
ISBN-10: 0130895687 | ISBN-13: 9780130895684
Appropriate reference materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include:
Appropriate auxiliary materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include:
Software such as LabVIEW, AutoCAD.
Handyboards.
9. Suggested Course Requirements and Evaluation
Linked to #5. Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and #6 Competencies/Skills/Issues
Specific course requirements are at the discretion of the instructor at the time the course is being offered.
Suggested requirements might include, but are not limited to:
Labs/exercises:
Class participation:
Projects/research:
Quizzes (In class & pre-class):
Written examinations:
40-60% (I, II, III, IV, a-i)
10% (I, II, III, IV, a-i)
10-20% (I, II, III, IV, a-i)
10-20% (I, II, III, IV, a-i)
10-30% (I, II, III, IV, a-i)
10. Methods of Instruction
Instructional methods will vary considerably by instructor. Specific methods are at the discretion of the
instructor teaching the course and might include, but are not limited to:
Inquiry lab experiences.
Lab activities and exercises.
Demonstrations.
Group projects or team challenges.
Audio/visual presentations (pre-prepared or internet-based).
Class discussions.
Guest speakers or field trips.
Lectures.
11. Assessment of Intended Student Learning Outcomes Standards Grid attached
12. Additional Information:
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