Micro-credential:
Autonomous Mobile Robots
An introductory short course to learn the foundations of Autonomous Mobile Robots and their seemingly endless capabilities across industries.
In this program you will learn from Australia’s leaders in this technology, OMRON and Western Sydney University.
Enrolments will close at 11.59 PM, Sunday, 20 April 2025.
Course Overview
Discover how Autonomous Mobile Robots are revolutionising industries worldwide. This course covers foundational concepts, current innovations, and practical applications of AMRs, helping you stay ahead in a rapidly evolving field.
Key topics covered:
- Components and capabilities of AMRs (motion and vision sensors, safety protocols).
- Practical applications of AMRs in various industries.
- Hands-on training with AMR technology in a micro-factory environment.
Course Details
Entry Criteria: No autonomous mobile robotics experience is necessary. The course is offered only for Western Sydney University students.
Why should you do this micro-credential?
Get hands-on with real-world robots!
Program and operate a mobile robot to complete tasks in a micro-factory environment. This exclusive experience gives you practical skills that employers value.
Cost: Course fees waived for Western students
The Benefits
A micro-credential to accelerate your understanding of autonomous mobile robots and their endless capacities in assisting humans
Accelerate Innovation
Identify new opportunities for growth and obtain knowledge about autonomous mobile robotics for creative problem-solving
Enhance Productivity
Utilise OMRON’s expertise to gain insights into automation applications and procedures that yield high productivity of end products and smooth operations
Multi-domain Understanding
Gain a multifaceted perspective in revolutionising industries through the adaptable and cross-domain capabilities of autonomous robots
Advance Career Path
Open up career paths in industries such as robotics, manufacturing, logistics, automation, and research, where AMR technologies are increasingly in demand
Hands-on Training
Practical exposure to AMRs to not only reinforce theoretical concepts but also provide confidence in applying the acquired knowledge
Enrolments will close at 11.59 PM, Sunday, 20 April 2025.
Course Structure
The Autonomous Mobile Robots Course will consist of 30 hours time commitment spread over 3 weeks
- 1 online, self-paced learning module each week on OpenLearning.
- 3 online lectures via Zoom
- 3 face-to-face training workshops for hands-on skills development at the Micro Factory, Parramatta Engineering Innovation Hub
Online lecture dates:
- Mondays: 28 April, 5 May, 12 May 2025
- Time: 2.00 PM – 4.00 PM
- Location: Zoom
3 face-to-face workshops:
- Thursdays: 1 May, 8 May, 15 May 2025
Times: 2.00 PM – 5.00 PM
Location: Parramatta City Campus 2, Parramatta Engineering Innovation Hub, Level 5
Certificate Criteria
Attendance
Attend all in-person workshops
Assignments
Complete all (3) lab worksheets and quizzes
Feedback
Submit one short feedback form
Please note that this course is also delivered as part of the MECH 7007 – Mechanical System Design subject.
If you are a student from the MECH 7007 – Mechanical System Design subject, please follow your original timetable and register for this course with your subject coordinator.
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