CSCI 3347 Robotics

This course offers a hands-on introduction to robotics, starting with Arduino programming and sensor integration. Students will apply these skills to build and refine arobotic car, then advance to theRobotic Operating System (ROS) for more sophisticated control and coordination. Through projects, quizzes, and practical labs, participants will gain a good foundation in robot programming, hardware interaction, and ROS-based applications.

Course overview

Department
Computer Science
School
MCAS
Credits
3
Level
Undergraduate
Offered
Biannually in the Spring

Catalog details

Prerequisites
CSCI1102 and CSCI2272

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Requirements fulfilled

  • Computer Science B.A.: CSCI 2000-level-or-higher elective (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
  • Computer Science B.A.: CSCI 3000-level-or-higher elective (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
  • Computer Science B.S.: CSCI 3000-level-or-higher elective (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
  • Mathematics B.S.: Natural science, computer science, or economics corequisites (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)

Requirement eligibility can vary by school, cohort, and section. Confirm the selected section in EagleApps or with an advisor.

Official evaluation summary

4.08 / 5

Based on 116 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

  • Anjum Biswas
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Spring 2024, Spring 2023, Spring 2022 · Official rating 3.97/5

Sections

  • Section 01
    Fall 2026 · Anjum Biswas · 245 Beacon Street Room 103 TuTh 12:00 Noon-01:15PM · Offered