Aims & Objectives
- To learn basic principles of operations of sensors, motors and data logging
- To equip students with practical skills to build simple robot applications using the Lego MindStorms NXT smart robot
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the module, students will be able to: - Apply basic engineering knowledge for smart robotics’ applications
- To identify and select appropriate sensors and motors for the assembly of a smart robot through a hands-on approach
- To use appropriate NXT’s code sequence to control a mobile smart robot
Teaching & Learning Approaches
- Small group lectures are conducted to present the contents of the module to the students
- Practical hands on and mini-projects form an important part of the module as they allow students to apply their knowledge and skills into actual practice
Course Duration
Total duration
Lecture & practical hands-on
Mini-projects
Quiz |
40 hours
27 hours
12 hours
1 hour | The course can be conducted either over a semester or intensively over a 1-week period.
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