MSc/PgDip Robotics and Embedded Systems

In this module you will develop the C programming skill which forms the foundation of embedded systems, and gain a deep understanding of the tools, techniques and platforms that are used for programming of embedded systems. Further it will give you in-depth knowledge of the AVR family of controllers, and help you to understand the Real Time needs of  Embedded Systems, and the framework of RTOS and using µC/OS-II with ATMega128 through designing RTOS based applications.

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This module aims to give you a full understanding of the workings of different 32-bit microcontroller architectures, including the ARM core architecture, and  a deep understanding of programming and optimization on ARM7. You will also develop Embedded Linux programming skills with ARM, RTLinux APIs and Device Driver programming.

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The aim of this module is to give you a comprehensive understanding of the role of Artificial Intelligence in Control and Robotic Applications, and provide the student with practical experience of using techniques such as Fuzzy Logic, Artificial Neural Networks, and Evolutionary Computing in Engineering applications within the robotics area.

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This module will teach you to critically review and analyse current autonomous intelligent robots, consolidate and extend knowledge in robotics applications and provide a practical understanding of robotic navigation and locomotion.You will also be taught the theory and practice of autonomous intelligent mobile robots and how these techniques and technologies impinge on research and industrial activities.

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You will work under the direction of an academic supervisor to carry out an advanced research or development project related to robotics and/or embedded systems. As part of this project you will be expected to:

• Plan, manage and implement a project related to robotics and/or automation
• Utilise appropriate sources of information to carry out and produce a literature review
• Develop a framework for critical assessment and evaluation
• Organise an MSc Dissertation.

Many of our students work on projects in conjunction with aeronautical companies associated with the University.

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