In this course, you will learn how robots perceive and make sense of the world through sensors. You will explore the fundamental principles behind common sensors used in robotics, such as proximity, motion, vision and environmental sensors. You will learn about how sensors? signals are being processed to support robot control and decision-making.
This course is designed for Robotics students who want to build a strong foundation in sensing and measurement before advancing to higher-level modules in mechatronics, perception, and autonomous systems. By learning how to select, integrate and interpret sensor data, you will gain essential skills that are highly valued in robotics, automation and intelligent systems industries.
- AUs
- 3.0 AUs
- Grade Type
- None
- Prerequisite
- MA1602
- Exam
- 25 November 2026, 9.00 am - 11.30 am
The Exam information shown may be subject to changes. Students are to check the finalised exam timetable with exam seat information, which will be available at the 'Examination Seating Arrangement' webpage, 2 weeks before start of examination.
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MA1602Robotics Programming FundamentalsSensing & Sensors
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| 1130 | COMMON LEC (LE) 1130-1220 Tue LT4 | ||||
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| 1330 | 23075 TUT (MA1) 1330-1520 Wed TR+20 Wk2-13 | ||||
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