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  Course Description
Course Name : Introduction to Robotics

Course Code : MK-526

Course Type : Optional

Level of Course : Second Cycle

Year of Study : 1

Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 6

Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. İBRAHİM DENİZ AKÇALI

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Knows historical development of the Robotic Science .
Knows analysis of robotic structure and its systematics .
Understands Mechanics of robots.
Performs modeling in joint,actuator and cartesian spaces .
Formulates position and orientation .
Develops forward and inverse kinematic concepts .
Knows solvability, single and multiple solutions geometrical and algebraic methods .

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : To learn fundamental concepts in relation to robotics and to acquire the fundamental skills to formulate robotics problems analytically.

Course Contents : Structure,classification and systematics of robots; Mechanics of robots; Joint,actuator and cartesian spaces; Workspaces; Description of position and orientation; Inverse kinematics of manipulators;Solvability; Single and multiple solutions; Geometric and algebraic solutions.

Language of Instruction : English

Work Place : Classroom


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Basic Components of Robotics Relevant references Concept Explanations
2 Historical Development of Robotics Relevant references Explanations
3 Systematics of Robots Relevant references Systematic Planning
4 Structure of Robots Relevant references Theoretical Explanations
5 Mechanics of Robots Relevant references Theoretical Analysis
6 Joint, Actuator and Cartesian Spaces Relevant references Theoretical Analysis
7 Illustrations Relevant references Problem Solving
8 Formulation of Positions Relevant references Theoretical Analysis
9 Forward and Inverse Kinematics of Robots Relevant references Theoretical Analysis
10 Mid-Term Exam
11 Solvabiltiy Relevant references Mathematical Investigation
12 Single and Multiple Solutions Relevant references Case Studies
13 Geometrical Solution Methods Relevant references Description of Methods
14 Algebraic Solution Methods Relevant references Description of Methods
15 Applications Relevant references Problem Solving
16/17 Final Exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  J.J. Craig, Introduction to Robotics: Mechanics and Control. Reading: Addison-Wesley(1989)
 K.S. Fu, R.C. Gonzales and C.S.G Lee, Robotics: Control, Sensing, Vision and Intellgence. New York: McGraw-Hill(1987)
 M.P. Groover, M. Weiss, R.N. Nagel, N.G. Odrey, Industrial Robotics: Technology, Programming and Applications
 Y. Koren, Robotics for Engineers, McGraw-Hill New York (1987)
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 3 50
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Is equipped with the basic knowledge of math, science and engineering 5
2 Is dominated with basic concepts, theories and principles in mechanical engineering 5
3 Plans and does experiments in advanced level, interpretes and analizes the results and the data 5
4 Is equipped with a variety of skills and advanced engineering techniques 5
5 To design a system, component or process in order to meet the needs of various engineering problems within the limitations of technical, economic, environmental, manufacturability, sustainability 5
6 Independently reviews and learns the applications in an enterprise, makes a critical assessment of the problems faced with, has the ability of selecting the proper technique to formulate problems and propose solutions 5
7 Identifies a product or its production process, design, development, and prioritise its use 5
8 Becomes aware of the necessity of lifelong learning and continuously self-renew 5
9 Is capable of effective oral and written English for technical or non-technical use 4
10 Uses computers effectively, has the ability of computer-aided drafting, design, analysis, and presentation 4
11 Has teamwork skills, good communication skills and works efficiently as a member of versatile and an interdisciplinary team 5
12 Is aware of the technical and ethical responsibilities, inquisitive and innovative 5
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 6 84
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 3 3 9
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 3 3
    Final Exam 1 3 3
Total Workload: 141
Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.64
ECTS Credit: 6