Control Methods for Robotics Applications 7.5 credits

About the course

This course covers algorithms and methods that are common in control of mechanical systems such as PID control, force control, geometric non-linear control, sliding-mode control, and passivity based control.
The course is divided into four parts:
1. Theory, 4.0 ECTS.
The theory part aims to broaden the knowledge and significantly enhanced the expertise in control of mechanical systems.
2. Labs, 1.5 ECTS.
This part consists of a number of exercises that are designed to increase the understanding of control of mechanical systems. The lab work consists of implementing, applying theory, and to reflect on and interpret results and data.
3. Seminar, 0.5 ECTS.
This part consists of critically analyze, present, and evaluate research. The student is also trained in the ability to critically evaluate their own and others' work. Oral presentation feedback is provided through an evaluation matrix.
4. Project, 1.5 ECTS.
In this part the student will independently carry out a small project, and work towards project requirements formulated by a client. The client and supervisor of the project may be the same person.

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Autumn 2026
- Control Methods for Robotics Applications
  
  Second admissions round for EU/EEA citizens
  
  HT26 / Umeå / English / On site
  
  Application opens 16 March 2026
  
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  Starts
  31 August 2026
  
  Ends
  1 November 2026
  
  Number of credits
  7.5 credits
  
  Type of studies
  On site
  
  Study pace
  50%
  
  Teaching hours
  Daytime
  
  Study location
  Umeå
  
  Language
  English
  
  Application code
  UMU-5401A
  
  Eligibility
  
  For admission at least two years full-time university studies are required, including 30 ECTS in the area of Electronics containing Linear Control Systems, 7.5 ECTS and Modeling in Robotics, 7.5 ECTS, as well as 30 ECTS in the area of Mathematics containing Linear Algebra, 7.5 ECTS and Differential equations, 7.5 ECTS, or equivalent.
  Proficiency in English equivalent to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies. Where the language of instruction is Swedish, applicants must prove proficiency in Swedish to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies.
  
  Selection
  
  Academic credits awarded by application deadline (HPAV 30-285 ECTS)
  
  Application
  The online application opens 16 March 2026 at 09:00 CET. Application deadline is 15 April 2026. Please note: This second application round is intended only for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.
  
  Application and tuition fees
  As a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
  
  Application fee: SEK 900
  
  Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 19,038
  
  Total fee: SEK 19,038
  
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