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Robot Operating System (ROS) Specialization

Robot Operating System (ROS) Specialization

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The Robot Operating System (ROS) Specialization course is designed for robotics enthusiasts and professionals aiming to enhance their skills in advanced robotics software development. This specialization provides a deep dive into the fundamentals and advanced concepts of ROS (a.k.a ROS2), including efficient programming, simulation, and integration of autonomous systems. Participants will gain hands-on experience in utilizing ROS for real-world robotics applications, mastering techniques for building robust and intelligent robotic systems.

Throughout the course, students engage with practical exercises and projects, ensuring a thorough understanding of ROS architecture, node management, and interfacing with hardware components. The curriculum also covers cutting-edge topics in robotics, such as sensor integration, navigation, and complex robotic movements, preparing learners for the demands of modern robotics challenges. Graduates of this specialization are well-equipped to innovate in the field of robotics, contributing to advancements in automation and AI.

Certificate

All participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from Tertiary Courses after achieved at least 75% attendance.

Funding and Grant Applications

No funding is available for this course

For WSQ funding, please checkout the details at NICF - System integration with Robot Operating System (ROS)

Course Code: C1091

Course Booking

The course fee listed below is before subsidy/grant, if applicable. We will apply for the grant and send you the invoice with nett fee.

$1,200.00 (GST-exclusive)

$1,308.00 (GST-inclusive)

Mode of Training

Physical Classroom Training
Synchronised Teaching using ZOOM
On-Site Training (5 pax and above)

Course Date * Course Date

Course Time * Course Time: No. of Participants

Sponsorship *

Self-Sponsored
Organisation-Sponsored

Name(s) on Certificate *

NRIC (Last 3 Digits and Alphabet)

Additional Message or Emails for Course Notification

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Post-Course Support

We provide free consultation related to the subject matter after the course. Please email your queries to enquiry@tertiaryinfotech.com and we will forward your queries to the subject matter experts and get back to you asap.

Course Cancellation/Reschedule Policy

We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule the course due to unforeseen circumstances. If the course is cancelled, we will refund 100% to participants.
Note the venue of the training is subject to changes due to class size and availability of the classroom.
Note the minimal class size to start a class is 3 Pax.

Course Details

Topic 1 Introduction to Robot Operating System (ROS)

Overview of ROS (a.k.a ROS2)
ROS Applications
ROS Installation

Topic 2 ROS CLI Tools

Configuring environment
Using turtlesim, ros2, and rqt
Nodes
Topics
Services
Parameters
Actions
Using rqt_console to view logs
Launching nodes
Recording and playing back data

Topic 3 ROS Client Libraries

ROS file system
Creating a workspace
Creating a package
Writing a simple publisher and subscriber (Python)
Testing with Turtlesim
Writing a simple service and client (Python)
Creating custom msg and srv files
Implementing custom interfaces
Using parameters in a class (Python)
Using ros2bags

Topic 4 ROS TF2

Managing Dependencies with rosdep
Creating an action
Writing an action server and client (Python)
Composing multiple nodes in a single process
Launch
tf2
Testing
URDF

Topic 5 ROS Turtlebot

Introduction to Turtlebot
Install Turtlebot packages
Control the robot
Physical Turtlebot

Topic 6 ROS Navigation

Overview of LIDAR
ROS Cartographer
Using Cartographer to create a map of environment

Topic 7 ROS Navigation

Introduction to SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping)
Launching the navigation stack
Navigating the robot via rviz
Physical robot demo

Topic 8 ROS Applications

Obstacle Avoidance
IoT with ROS
Line Following
Gesture Controlled Navigation

Topic 9 Application of ROS to Robot Arm

Introduction to robot kinematics
Using Moveit package
Controlling robot arm with ROS
Physical robot arm demo

Course Info

Prerequisite

Basic IT Literacy skills Basic IT Literacy – Refers to skills required to operate at the user level a graphical operating system environment such as Microsoft Windows® or Linux Ubuntu®, performing basic operating commands such as launching an application, copying and pasting information, using menus, windows and peripheral devices such as mouse and keyboard. Additionally, users should be familiar with internet browsers, search engines, page navigation, and forms.

Funding Validity Period

Valid from 18/05/2021 to 15/03/2022

Mode of Training

Blended Learning: e-learning and Instructor-led Classroom Training

CITREP+ Claim Procedure

Trainees who wish to claim for CITREP+ funding must submit their online claim applications to IMDA via ICMS upon course or certification completion. Please refer to the Claim Application Guide for detailed application procedures.

For Organisation-Sponsored Trainees, the claim application will be submitted by the sponsoring organisation.

For Self-Sponsored Trainees, the claim application has to be completed by the individual.

All claims for CITREP+ disbursement must be submitted to IMDA within three (3) months from completion date of the last examination or final post-training assessment. Late submissions will not be accepted. Applications with incomplete supporting documents will be rejected for processing.

CITREP+ Funding Support

Category	Type	Training course and certification
Organisation- sponsored	Non SMEs	Up to 70% of the nett payable course and certification fees, capped at $3,000 per trainee
	SMEs	Up to 90% of the nett payable course and certification fees, capped at $3,000 per trainee
	Professionals (40 years old and above)
Self-Sponsored	Professionals	Up to 70% of the nett payable course and certification fees, capped at $3,000 per trainee
Self-Sponsored	Professionals (40 years old and above)	Up to 90% of the nett payable course and certification fees, capped at $3,000 per trainee

CITREP+ Forms

CITREP+ Company Declaration of SME Status for Funding Support Form 2

Job Roles

Robotics Engineer
ROS Developer
Automation Engineer
Robotics System Integrator
ROS System Architect
AI & Robotics Researcher
Autonomous Systems Developer
Robotics Software Engineer
Robotics Application Developer
Embedded Systems Engineer
Mechatronics Engineer
Robotics Control Systems Designer
Machine Learning Engineer (Robotics)
Robotics Simulation Engineer
Industrial Robotics Programmer
Robotics Project Manager
Drone Technology Developer
Advanced Manufacturing Engineer
IoT Solutions Architect (Robotics)
Robotics Technical Consultant

Trainers

Man Guo Chang: Man Guo Chang graduated from Nanyang Technological University, School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, major in Computer Engineering.

He has more than 25 years of working experience in the Semiconductor field, specialized in IC Testing, Inline Electrical Testing, Product & Yield Engineering, Data Analysis, System Engineering, and Software Development. He is also an ACTA certified trainer, currently providing STEM training to adult learners in the area of Computer Vision, Internet of Things, Embedded Electronics, and Python Programming.