Robotics and Advanced Manufacturing Systems
About the course
The course can be taken as a single course.
- Kinematic modeling, coordinate transformations, modeling conventions
- Forward Kinematics
- Inverse kinematics
- Path generation
- Acceleration and speed calculations
- Other acceleration principles
- Basic definitions, structure and types of robots
- Actuators, sensors, fundamental control concepts
- Programming approaches, integration into production systems
- Offline programming
- Selected areas of application
Admission requirements
Bachelor degree in Engineering program in mechanical, electrical power, electronics, mechatronics, material science, industrial engineering, process engineering or other equivalent majors.
In addition, the following requirements must be met:
-minimum 25 ECTS in mathematics (equivalent to Mathematical Methods 1, 2 og 3), 5 ECTS in statistics and 7,5 ECTS i physics on a higher level is required.
Application code: 9371
Objectives of the course
Introduction to the Industrial robot, the Cobot and some aspects of Service robots. Design of robots and their industrial applications. Technical, economic, and organizational issues related to the implementation of robotics in advanced flexible manufacturing systems.
Knowledge (K):
- Robots: Structure, applications, role in industry and society
- Robot kinematics, coordinate frames and path generation
- Control systems and programming principles
Skills (S):
- Design and programming of robots
General competence (GC):
- Applying robots in advanced manufacturing systems
- Industry 4.0- 5.0 advanced manufacturing systems
Credit reduction
If you pass the examination in this course, you will get an reduction in credits (as stated below), if you previously have passed the following courses:
- STE6210 Robotics in Manufacturing Systems 5 ects
Teaching methods
Language of instruction and examination
Teaching language: English
Examination language: English. Answers are also accepted in Norwegian.
Schedule
The schedules are normally finalized and published well in advance of the start of the semester, often a few weeks beforehand. This gives students the opportunity to organize their studies and prepare for upcoming activities.
It is recommended to check the schedule regularly, as changes may occur.
Information to incoming exchange students
This course is open to incoming exchange students.
Study Level: Master's
Admission prerequisites:
To take this course, you must first meet the requirements listed in the “Admission requirements” section above.
For details on how to apply for exchange, course selection guidelines, or to contact the Incoming Admissions Team, please visit: Admissions for Student Exchange.
Examination
| Oral exam | Date: 09.12.2026 –10.12.2026 Duration: 1 Hours |
Grade: A–E, fail F |
To take an examination, the student must have passed the following coursework requirements
| Exersizes | Grade: Approved – not approved |
Everything you need to know about before, during, and after the exam; registration, absence, appeals, and diplomas: UiT Exams homepage
More info about the coursework requirements
8 exercises are included in the course, where 5 (freely selected) of the exercises are mandatory.
Exercises are performed individually or as project work by student teams. Students attending the practical exercises on-site can deliver exercise reports as a team.