Robot Design and Implementation (H7123)
Robot Design and Implementation
Module H7123
Module details for 2026/27.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module learning outcomes
Explain and apply fundamental concepts of robot components and
mechanics, including end-effectors, actuators, sensors, and kinematics.
Design and implement electronic circuits, microcontroller programs, and image processing techniques for robotic applications.
Design, model, and prototype a physical robotic system capable of performing a specified task.
Collaborate effectively in teams to analyse system performance and communicate technical outcomes through reports and presentations.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Group written submission | T2 Week 10 | 40.00% |
| Report | PS2 Week 1 | 60.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111000000 |
| Spring Semester | Laboratory | 3 hours | 00000011111 |
| Spring Semester | Laboratory | 2 hours | 11111100000 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Please note that the University will use all reasonable endeavours to deliver courses and modules in accordance with the descriptions set out here. However, the University keeps its courses and modules under review with the aim of enhancing quality. Some changes may therefore be made to the form or content of courses or modules shown as part of the normal process of curriculum management.
The University reserves the right to make changes to the contents or methods of delivery of, or to discontinue, merge or combine modules, if such action is reasonably considered necessary by the University. If there are not sufficient student numbers to make a module viable, the University reserves the right to cancel such a module. If the University withdraws or discontinues a module, it will use its reasonable endeavours to provide a suitable alternative module.