Course CodeBSC116Fee CodeS2Duration (approx)100 hoursQualificationTo obtain formal documentation the optional exam(s) must be completed which will incur an additional fee of £30. Alternatively, a letter of completion may be requested. Study robotics online. Learn about the parts of a robot, how they are put together to create different types of robots, and explore the potential for using robotics in horticulture and beyond. Lesson Structure There are 8 lessons in this course: Types of Robots A Brief History of Robotics Types of Physical Robots Robotic Actuators Mechanical Components of Robots Robot Movement Robotic Sensors Types of Sensors Signal Processing Challenges Power Supply & Control Systems Power Supply Control Systems Types of Robot Control Techniques Control Systems Used in Robots Kinematics Configuration and Workspace Structure of Robots Configurations and Configuration Space Cybernetics Robot Brain Developments in Autonomy Robot Maintenance Why maintenance Preventative maintenance After breakdown maintenance Maintenance planning Applications Industrial Robots Logistics Service Robots WHY STUDY ROBOTICS? Understanding robotics will be critical to work in many, if not most jobs of the future. Understanding robotics is important to your future employ-ability and productivity. If you have not previously studied robotics this is a course you may well need to do.