AI for Robotics

Instructed by Pantelis Monogioudis, Ph.D & staff.

What this course is all about

This course introduces students to the foundational concepts of AI as they apply to the complex world of robotics, emphasizing how AI algorithms enable robots to interpret sensor data, navigate dynamic environments, and interact intelligently with both objects and humans. The course explores key AI methods, including computer vision, natural language processing, path planning and reinforcement learning that give robots the ability to analyze, reason, and respond to the world around them. Students will engage with hands-on projects with a focus on real-world applications in areas like autonomous vehicles and industrial automation. By the end of the course, students will have gained a deep understanding of how AI enables autonomous robots to perform complex tasks, being instructed with natural language making them capable of working alongside humans in various settings.

Logistics:

NJIT Spring 2025: Thurdays 6:00pm - 8:45pm, Central King Building 310

Communication

We use Discord for all communication and questions related to lectures and projects. Info has already been sent to you via Canvas. Please install Discord in your smartphones as well.

Office Hours Professor Office hours will be coordinated via Discord - the process is simple: direct message the professor and make arrangements for a 30min slot. After we agree on the slot, please send a Google calendar invitation to me and include Gmeet info (no Zoom please). Please include in your invitation the questions / issues you face so that we can have a productive meeting.

Grading

Midterm (15%)

Final (25%)

Project (30%)

Assignments (30%)

Staff (TAs)

TBP

Support

Discord ticketing system. Open a ticket to address a grading issue and other issues that require a staff or professor response. All tickets are private between student and staff/professor.