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WSQ - Fundamentals of Robot Operating System ROS for Beginners

Sessions 2 days
Duration 16 hrs
Level Beginner
Assessment 2 hrs

Venue

12 Woodlands Square #07-85/86/87 Woods Square Tower 1, Singapore 737715. 5 mins walk from Woodlands (NS9) MRT station.

The venue is disabled-friendly.

TSC Title: System Integration
TSC Code: ICT-DIT-3016-1.1

Funding for this course is valid from 10 Nov 2020 to 9 Nov 2026. Register and complete the course within this period to qualify for funding support.

By end of the course, learners should be able to

LO1: Conduct assessment on robotics system integration using ROS
LO2: Utilise ROS tools and protocols
LO3: Test LIDAR and SLAM with ROS
LO4: Perform robotics system integration with ROS

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Certificate of Achievement from Tertiary Infotech Academy Pte Ltd - Upon meeting at least 75% attendance and passing the assessment(s), participants will receive a Certificate of Achievement from Tertiary Infotech Academy Pte Ltd.
OpenCerts from SkillsFuture Singapore - After passing the assessment(s) and achieving at least 75% attendance, participants will receive a OpenCert (aka Statement of Achievement) from SkillsFuture Singapore, certifying that they have achieved the Competency Standard(s) in the above Skills Framework.

WSQ - Fundamentals of Robot Operating System ROS for Beginners

Course Code: TGS-2020513213

WSQ
SFC
PSEA
UTAP
SFEC
Absentee Payroll
MCES

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Eager to push the boundaries of robotics? Our WSQ System Integration with Robot Operating System (ROS) course is your stepping stone to creating robust and scalable robotic systems. Gain hands-on experience in sensor interfacing, middleware management, and ROS software development. From setting up simple actuator controls to orchestrating complex robotic behaviors, this course empowers you with the expertise to make significant contributions in the field of robotics.

But we go beyond basic system integration. Delve into advanced ROS topics, such as state machines, 3D perception, and multi-robot systems. Learn how to handle real-world challenges like system latency, data synchronization, and complex event handling. These skills not only make you proficient in ROS but also equip you to drive innovation in any robotics-related project. Whether you’re a seasoned engineer or a tech enthusiast, this course lays the foundation for your success in the ever-evolving world of robotics.

Full Fee $800.00 Before GST

GST $72.00 9% of fee

Baseline Nett $472.00 SG/PR age 21+ · 50% funded

MCES / SME Nett $312.00 SG age 40+ · 70% funded

SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC)

Eligible Singapore-registered companies can tap on $10000 SFEC to cover out-of-pocket expenses.

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SkillsFuture Credit (SFC)

Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their SFC to offset course fee payable after funding but the $4,000 Additional SFC (Mid-Career Support) cannot be used.

Direct Application on SkillsFuture Portal

UTAP

Eligible NTUC members can apply for 50% of the unfunded fee from UTAP, capped up to $250/year and for members aged 40 and above, capped up to $500/year.

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PSEA

Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their PSEA funds to offset course fee payable after funding.

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Once you are eligible for PSEA, please download and fill up the PSEA Withdrawal Form, then submit the completed form to us:

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Please bring your own laptop for hands-on training. If you don't have laptop, we can provide spare laptop for training use.

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.

You can register your interest without upfront payment. There is no penalty for withdrawal of the course before the class commences.
We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule the course due to unforeseen circumstances. If the course is cancelled, we will refund 100% for any paid amount.
Note the venue of the training is subject to changes due to availability of the classroom.

Course Details

Topic 1: Overview of System Integration with ROS

Introduction to Robot Operating System (ROS)

System Integration with ROS

Topic 2: Basic ROS Tools

ROS Workspace and Package

ROS Nodes and Launch

ROS Topics and Messages

Publishers and Subscribers Protocol

ROS Services and Actions

ROS Bags

Topic 3: LIDAR and SLAM

Overview of LIDAR and SLAM

Testing LIDAR system using ROS

Topic 4: Robotics System Integration

Overview ROS TF and URDF

ROS system Integration on a robot

Written Exam
Practical Exam

Course Info

Promotion Code

Promo or discount cannot be applied to WSQ courses

Minimum Entry Requirement

Knowledge and Skills

Able to operate using computer functions with minimum Computer Literacy Level 2 based on ICAS Computer Skills Assessment Framework
Minimum 3 GCE ‘O’ Levels Passes including English or WPL Level 5 (Average of Reading, Listening, Speaking & Writing Scores)

Attitude

Positive Learning Attitude
Enthusiastic Learner

Experience

Minimum of 1 year of working experience.
Minimum 18 years old

Minimum Software/Hardware Requirement

Software:

You can download and install the following software:

Please install VirtualBox, Ubuntu and ROS.

Hardware: Windows and Mac Laptops

About Progressive Wage Model (PWM)

The Progressive Wage Model (PWM) helps to increase wages of workers through upgrading skills and improving productivity.

Employers must ensure that their Singapore citizen and PR workers meet the PWM training requirements of attaining at least 1 Workforce Skills Qualification (WSQ) Statement of Attainment, out of the list of approved WSQ training modules.

For more information on PWM, please visit MOM site.

Funding Eligility Criteria

Individual Sponsored Trainee

Employer Sponsored Trainee

Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents of age 21 and above
From 1 October 2023, attendance-taking for SWDA's (formerly SSG) funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. This applies to both physical and synchronous e-learning courses.
Trainee must pass all prescribed tests / assessments and attain 100% competency.
We reserves the right to claw back the funded amount from trainee if he/she did not meet the eligibility criteria.

Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents who are DIRECT EMPLOYEE of the sponsoring company.
From 1 October 2023, attendance-taking for SWDA's (formerly SSG) funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. This applies to both physical and synchronous e-learning courses.
Trainee must pass all prescribed tests / assessments and attain 100% competency.
We reserves the right to claw back the funded amount from the employer if trainee did not meet the eligibility criteria.

SkillsFuture Credit:

Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their SkillsFuture Credit to offset course fee payable after funding.

PSEA:

To check for Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) eligibility, goto mySkillsFuture portal and search for this course code.
Scroll down to "Keyword Tags" to verify for PSEA eligibility.
If there is “PSEA” under keyword tags, the course is eligible for PSEA.
And if there is no “PSEA” under keyword tags, the course is ineligible for PSEA.
Not all courses are eligible for PSEA funding.

Absentee Payroll (AP) Funding:

$4.50 per hour, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per calendar year.
AP funding will be computed based on the actual number of training hours attended by the trainee.

SFEC:

If the Training Provider has submitted an enrolment for course fee grant claim in Training Partners Gateway (TPGateway), SWDA would be able to derive SFEC funding based on this record. There is no need for enterprise to submit any claim request and the SFEC claim will be automatically generated and disbursed.
Where there is no such record, eligible employers are required to submit an SFEC claim after course completion via the SFEC microsite.
SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC) Microsite

Steps to Apply Skills Future Claim

The staff will send you an invoice with the fee breakdown.
Login to the MySkillsFuture portal, select the course you’re enrolling on and enter the course date and schedule.
Enter the course fee payable by you (including GST) and enter the amount of credit to claim.
Upload your invoice and click ‘Submit’

SkillsFuture Level-Up Program

The SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme provides greater structural support for mid-career Singaporeans aged 40 years and above to pursue a substantive skills reboot and stay relevant in a changing economy. For more information, visit SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme

Get Additional Course Fee Support Up to $500 under UTAP

The Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) is a training benefit provided to NTUC Union Members with an objective of encouraging them to upgrade with skills training. It is provided to minimize the training cost. If you are a NTUC Union Member then you can get 50% funding (capped at $500 per year) under Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP).

For more information visit NTUC U Portal – Union Training Assistance Program (UTAP)

Steps to Apply UTAP

Note

SWDA subsidy is available for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, and Corporates.
All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit to pay. For more details, visit www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/credit
An unfunded course fee can be claimed via SkillsFuture Credit or paid in cash.
UTAP funding for NTUC Union Members is capped at $250 for 39 years and below and at $500 for 40 years and above.
UTAP support amount will be paid to training provider first and claimed after end of class by learner.

Appeal Process

The candidate has the right to disagree with the assessment decision made by the assessor.
When giving feedback to the candidate, the assessor must check with the candidate if he agrees with the assessment outcome.
If the candidate agrees with the assessment outcome, the assessor & the candidate must sign the Assessment Summary Record.
If the candidate disagrees with the assessment outcome, he/she should not sign in the Assessment Summary Record.
If the candidate intends to appeal the decision, he/she should first discuss the matter with the assessor/assessment manager.
If the candidate is still not satisfied with the decision, the candidate must notify the assessor of the decision to appeal. The assessor will reflect the candidate’s intention in the Feedback Section of the Assessment Summary Record.
The assessor will notify the assessor manager about the candidate’s intention to lodge an appeal.
The candidate must lodge the appeal within 7 days, giving reasons for appeal
The assessor can help the candidate with writing and lodging the appeal.
he assessment manager will collect information from the candidate & assessor and give a final decision.
A record of the appeal and any subsequent actions and findings will be made.
An Assessment Appeal Panel will be formed to review and give a decision.
The outcome of the appeal will be made known to the candidate within 2 weeks from the date the appeal was lodged.
The decision of the Assessment Appeal Panel is final and no further appeal will be entertained.
Please click the link below to fill up the Candidates Appeal Form.

Job Roles

Robotics Engineer
ROS Developer
Automation Engineer
Robotics System Integrator
Robotics Researcher
Autonomous Vehicle Engineer
Drone Systems Developer
Robotic Manipulation Specialist
AI & Robotics Developer
Embedded Systems Engineer (with robotics focus)
Machine Vision Engineer
Mechatronics Engineer
Industrial Robot Programmer
Robot Simulation Specialist
IoT Engineer (with robotics applications).

Trainers

Tan Woei Ming is an accomplished data scientist and AI engineer with over 15 years of experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data-driven innovation. Holding a Master’s in Intelligent Systems from the National University of Singapore (NUS) and a First-Class Honours in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from NTU, he has led AI initiatives in predictive analytics, automation, and process optimization across the semiconductor and manufacturing industries. His expertise lies in translating complex AI technologies into practical business applications, enabling organizations to innovate through data insights and intelligent automation.

Richard Wan is an ACLP-certified lecturer and software consultant with over 40 years of experience in software and hardware development, spanning AI, computer vision, and machine learning. He began his programming career with 8-bit computing in the late 1970s and went on to earn his M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (Computer Vision) from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. His professional contributions include co-founding multiple high-tech companies, pioneering digital publishing technologies, and leading AI-driven software development in healthcare, defense, and manufacturing. Richard has taught a wide range of technical courses, including machine learning with Scikit-Learn, deep learning with TensorFlow and PyTorch, and computer vision with OpenCV. In predictive analytics, he emphasizes the use of PyTorch for building deep learning models that can forecast trends, detect anomalies, and classify outcomes. His teaching approach blends decades of hands-on development with structured, beginner-friendly instruction, equipping learners with practical skills to transform data into prediction.

Ken Yuen is an ACTA-certified adult educator specializing in STEM education, IoT systems, and programming. With a background in electrical and electronics engineering from NTU, he has conducted WSQ and SkillsFuture courses in Arduino, Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, Jetson Nano, and Python. He is also a registered MOE instructor, having taught coding and robotics programs in over 50 schools, equipping students and professionals alike with practical IoT and programming skills. In his IoT courses, Ken focuses on hands-on experimentation with microcontrollers, sensors, and automation systems. His prior experience as a Technical Consultant at Anson Engineering saw him develop IoT-based SCADA and temperature monitoring systems for industrial applications, giving him strong industry insight. By blending educational expertise with technical project experience, Ken ensures learners develop the confidence to build, test, and apply IoT solutions in real-world contexts.