Overview
The Robotics & Robots Specialization is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of modern robotics, from foundational principles and technologies to real-world applications.
Led by over 30 internationally renowned experts, the program offers a structured learning path across the four core pillars of robotics: Knowledge, Design, Interaction, and Impact. You will learn how robots perceive, reason, and interact with the world across real-world applications—from industrial automation to medical, aerial, and underwater robotics—while gaining hands-on insight into key technologies such as AI, machine learning, and human–robot interaction.
You will also delve into the ethical, legal and sociological implications of the growing presence of robots in our society, in order to contribute responsibly to the development of robotics.
Upon completion of the Specialization, learners will have acquired the practical and interdisciplinary skills needed to advance their careers in robotics
Syllabus
- Course 1: Robotic Methodologies
- Course 2: Robotic Technologies
- Course 3: Robot Applications
Courses
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This course focuses on real-world applications of robotics across diverse domains and environments. Learners will explore how robotic systems operate in complex scenarios, including healthcare, extreme environments, and distributed systems. The course highlights the practical impact of robotics and its role in addressing societal challenges. This course is part of the "Robotics & Robots" Specialization. Contributors: Prof. Bruno Siciliano, University of Naples, Federico II Proff. Gianluca Antonelli, University of Cassino and Southern Lazio; Paolo Dario/Gastone Ciuti/Filippo Cavallo/Federico Masiero, Sant’Anna School of Advanced Studies, Pisa; Roberto Lampariello, Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics German Aerospace Center; Pedro Lima, University of Lisbon; Robin Murphy, Texas A&M University; Anibal Ollero/Guillermo Heredia, University of Seville; Dezhen Song, Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence "A special mention goes to Mario Selvaggio for his tireless dedication to the project, interacting with all the lesson authors, ensuring consistency and soundness throughout, also in connection with the Springer Nature books supporting the MOOC course. His contribution to defining the problems posed at the end of the various lessons was crucial" - Bruno Siciliano
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This course introduces the core methodologies that underpin robotic systems, focusing on how robots perceive, reason, and act in the physical world. Learners will explore fundamental concepts such as sensing, control, knowledge representation, and manipulation. Participants will develop a structured understanding of the principles enabling intelligent robotic behavior. This course is part of the "Robotics & Robots" Specialization. Contributors: Prof. Bruno Siciliano, University of Naples, Federico II (curator) Proff. Oussama Khatib, Stanford University; Michael Beetz/Leonie Dziomba, University of Bremen; Fabrizio Caccavale, University of Basilicata; Andreas Nüchter, Julius Maximilian University of Würzburg/Dorit Borrmann, Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt; Domenico Prattichizzo/Monica Malvezzi/Maria Pozzi, University of Siena; Guglielmo Tamburrini, University of Naples, Federico II; Marilena Vendittelli, Sapienza University of Rome; Luigi Villani, University of Naples, Federico II "A special mention goes to Mario Selvaggio for his tireless dedication to the project, interacting with all the lesson authors, ensuring consistency and soundness throughout, also in connection with the Springer Nature books supporting the MOOC course. His contribution to defining the problems posed at the end of the various lessons was crucial" - Bruno Siciliano
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This course explores the key technologies that enable modern robotic systems, focusing on embodiment, interaction, and advanced interfaces. Learners will study how different physical designs and human-centered technologies influence robot capabilities. The course provides insights into cutting-edge developments shaping next-generation robotics. This course is part of the "Robotics & Robots" Specialization. Contributors: Prof. Bruno Siciliano, University of Naples, Federico II (curator) Proff. Wolfram Burgard, Nuremberg Institute of Technology/Cyrill Stachniss, University of Bonn/ Giorgio Grisetti, Sapienza University of Rome; Elizabeth Croft, Monash University; Kensuke Harada, The University of Osaka; Cecilia Laschi, National University of Singapore; Jörn Malzahn/Torsten Bertram/Freia I. Muster, Dortmund University; Maud Marchal, INSA Rennes/ Claudio Pacchierotti, INRIA CNRS; Nicola Vitiello, Sant’Anna School of Advanced Studies, Pisa "A special mention goes to Mario Selvaggio for his tireless dedication to the project, interacting with all the lesson authors, ensuring consistency and soundness throughout, also in connection with the Springer Nature books supporting the MOOC course. His contribution to defining the problems posed at the end of the various lessons was crucial" - Bruno Siciliano
Taught by
Bruno Siciliano