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An expert xylophonist effortlessly plays a jazz standard, while a percussionist provides an intricate rhythmic layer to create a distinctly Middle Eastern sound. Both are in perfect syncopation as onlookers gaze in amazement. The musicians are both robots. While robotics is often associated with industrial and manufacturing applications, robots have also been used to create sculptures, paintings, and even music. The field of robotics is constantly evolving and presents exciting opportunities for innovation and creativity. Whether you're interested in developing new technologies, designing robotic systems, or exploring robotics's ethical and social implications, there is something for everyone in this field. The high demand for trained professionals in robotics is equally remarkable, driven by the increasing integration of AI and physical machines. More than 1 billion jobs, almost one-third of all jobs worldwide, are likely to be transformed in this next decade, per the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Yet courses and programs within universities remain scarce.

This introductory course will teach students the basic concepts and components of how robots are designed and used for business value and will demonstrate how to build and program a simple robot. Upon completion, students and early- to mid-career professionals can further specialize in robot programming, control systems, or sensors; pursue manufacturing, healthcare, and transportation opportunities employing robots or automation systems; or integrate robotics technology into existing products and processes. Whether you're interested in software development, mechanical engineering, artificial intelligence, or human-robot interaction, there is a place for you in the world of robotics—and now, a place for you to begin learning.