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Ai Robotics
Design and build an embodied AI robot that can sense, think and act in the real world. Learn step by step through hands‑on activities, gaining broad‑based skills in mechanical, electronics and software engineering that support AI robotics careers across many industries and progression to further studies.
Applicants with colour vision deficiency may encounter difficulties meeting the course requirements and expectations. Interested applicants with this condition are highly encouraged to contact Nanyang Polytechnic for more information.
Course details
| Field of study | Engineering |
| Certification offered | Diploma in AI Robotics |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.
This course is under the Engineering & Technology sub-cluster
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language Syllabus A | 1-3 |
| Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics | 1-3 |
Any one of the following subjects
| 1-3 |
| Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA | 1-4 |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-7 |
| Additional Mathematics or Mathematics | 1-6 |
Any one of the following subjects
| 1-6 |
Course modules
Core modules
- Circuit Building with Troubleshooting
- Programming
- Statics with Mechanical Analysis
- Interpreting Functions
- Problem Solving with Calculus
- Electronic Circuit Analysis
- Product Modelling & Prototyping
- IoT Prototype Development
- Data Analysis
- Engineering Exploration Project
Complementary electives
- LifePro Units
Core modules
- Implementing Statistical Process Control
- PLC Programming & Interface
- Operation Management & Optimization
- Implementing Machine Networks & Security
- Designing Sustainable Automation Systems
- Factory Automation System Development
- Modelling Engineering System
- Embedded Controller Programming & Interfacing
- Designing Sustainable Robotics Mechanisms
- Applied Machine Learning
- Autonomous Robotics Integration
- Mechatronics Solution Development
Complementary electives
- LifePro Units
Core modules
- Data Acquisition & Visualization
- Industrial Robot Programming & Simulation
- Devising Sustainable Quality Assurance
- AI Application & Ethics
- Industrial Robotic System Development
Final-year students will also have the opportunity to undertake a full-time project and participate in a local or overseas internship programme for one full semester.
Prescribed Electives (choose 1)
- Digital Manufacturing Processes
- IC Fabrication Technology
Internship
| Internship duration | 12 or 24 weeks |
| Internship timeframe | Year 3 |
Career prospects
You can explore the following career options upon graduation:
- Robotics Engineer
- AI & Software Engineer
- Application Engineer
- Embedded System Engineer
- Automation Engineer
- Equipment Engineer
- Test Engineer
- R&D Associate Engineer
- Electromechanical Engineer
- Technical Service Engineer
- Process Engineer
- Facilities Engineer
- Product Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Mechatronics Engineer
- System Development Engineer
- Technical Sales Engineer
How to register
You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.
You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.