Postgraduate Courses
ROAS
Robotics and Autonomous Systems
- ROAS 5600Introduction to Discrete Event Systems[3-0-0:3]DescriptionThis course aims to provide an introduction to the fundamental knowledge of physical systems modeled with discrete state space and event driven transitions. Discrete Event Systems (DES) arise in the modeling of many engineering domains, such as automated manufacturing systems, communication networks, software systems, process control systems, and transportation systems. This course will introduce a unified modeling framework and emphasize the analysis and control of DES. Basics of automata and language theory are presented first as mathematical preliminaries. Then comes a detailed treatment of state estimation, diagnosis, security and supervisory control theory of DES based on automata model. Topics of other DES models like Petri nets, timed and hybrid automata are also covered towards the end of the course.Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.Demonstrate mastery of mathematical essentials of discrete event systems.
- 2.Have a thorough understanding of the current development of discrete event systems.
- 3.Identify the significance of discrete event systems in modern robotics and autonomous systems.
- 4.Analyze and design control systems via knowledge of discrete event systems.
- 5.Build solid foundations for more advanced topics and courses in control and autonomous systems.
- 6.Emerge with a clear picture of both advantages and limitations of theory of discrete event systems.
- ROAS 6000Special Topics in Robotics[3-0-0:3]DescriptionSelected topics in robotics of current interest in emerging areas and not covered by existing courses. May be repeated for credit if different topics are covered.Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.Identify the knowledge of the selected topics in the field of robotics.
- ROAS 6800Seminar in Robotics and Autonomous Systems[0-1-0:0]DescriptionSeminar topics presented by students, faculty and guest speakers. Students are expected to attend regularly and demonstrate proficiency in presentation in accordance with the program requirements. Graded P or F.Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.Demonstrate effective presentation skills in seminar presentations.
- 2.Understand current research trends and applications.
- 3.Engage argumentative and critical thinking skills.
- ROAS 6990MPhil Thesis ResearchDescriptionMaster's thesis research supervised by co-advisors from different disciplines. A successful defense of the thesis leads to the grade Pass. No course credit is assigned.Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.Design, develop and conduct crossdisciplinary research in Robotics
and Autonomous Systems. - 2.Communicate research findings effectively in written and oral
presentations.
- ROAS 7990Doctoral Thesis ResearchDescriptionOriginal and independent doctoral thesis research supervised by co-advisors from different disciplines. A successful defense of the thesis leads to the grade Pass. No course credit is assigned.Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.Design, develop and conduct crossdisciplinary research in Robotics and Autonomous Systems.
- 2.Communicate research findings effectively in written and oral presentations.
