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Robot Modelling, 6 Credits

Robotmodellering, 6 Högskolepoäng

Established: 2025-02-27

Established by: Department of Engineering Science

Applies from: H25

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student should be able to show:

Knowledge and understanding

• knowledge of how to mathematically model a robot's kinematics.
• deeper understanding of 2D and 3D transformations for manipulators.
• knowledge of the methodology for solving inverse kinematic problems for manipulators.

Competence and skills

• ability to apply robot modelling in computer based simulation.

Entry requirements

Degree of Bachelor of Science in computer engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or industrial engineering and management. Additionally, the Bachelor of Science degree must be comprised of a minimum of 5 HE credits in programming and 15 HE credits in mathematics. Verified knowledge of English corresponding to the course English 6 in the Swedish Upper Secondary School (high school) or equivalent.

You also need approved result from the following course/courses: RBK600 Robot Certificate or the equivalent.

The forms of assessment of student performance

Individual assignment with written and oral presentation.

Course contents

The course is divided in two parts: The first part of the course focuses on classification of robots, coordinate systems, 2D and 3D transformations. Solving problems based on transformations. The second part of the course focuses on general solutions of the forward and inverse kinematics problems, solving Denavit-Hartenberg Convention, Jacobians and Singularities.

Other regulations

Course grading: F/Fx/E/D/C/B/A - Insufficient, Insufficient- more work required before the credit can be awarded, Sufficient, Satisfactory, Good, Very Good, Excellent

Course language: The teaching is conducted in English.

General rules pertaining to examination at University West are available at www.hv.se.

If the student has a decision/recommendation on special support due to disability, the examiner has the right to examine the student in a customized examination form.

Cycle

Second cycle

Progressive specialization

A1F - Second cycle, has second-cycle course/s as entry requirements

Main field of study

Automation, Production Technology