BSc in Robotics Engineering

Through the Robotics Engineering program at the University of Hartford, you can gain skills in the growing field of robotics and make an impact on the future.

About the Major

This program will prepare you to fulfill the growing and expected demands for entry-level careers in robotics. Dive into a hands-on experience around robotics principals, designs, and operation. Students in this program will especially benefit from the laboratories in CETA, including two new robotics labs.

Robotics is the discipline that combines computer, electrical, mechanical, sensing, and computer science in real-time. It plays a role in nearly every aspect of our lives, and we can see its applications in automation, manufacturing, the defense industry, commerce—like Amazon—and the healthcare industry to mention a few.

Interdisciplinary Focus

Since this program covers various aspects of engineering, students in this program will receive more of a well-rounded educational experience. Learn more about various topics as follows (but not limited to):

Electrical Engineering

Circuit Design, Digital Devices, Micro-controller, Signal Processing, Control Systems, Communication

Mechanical Engineering

2D/3D Modeling, Manufacturing, Kinematics/Statics, Dynamics, Mechatronics

Computer Science

Programming, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision

CETA Robotics Club

Faculty Co-Advisors: Kiwon Sohn and Akin Tatoglu

UHART Robotics Club works on various ongoing projects in the field of robotics, artificial intelligence and real-time control systems (such as humanoids, mobile robots, industrial robots, service robots, and drones). Members of this organization also participate in the following research groups:

• Autonomous Mobile Robotics Research Group , led by Akin Tatoglu
• Assistive Robot Team , led by Kiwon Sohn

Every year, more than 50 students from multiple majors (Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and Computer Science) work in the team. They range from first-year to graduate students.

Why UHART?

To be distinct, you have to be bold.

At the University of Hartford, we help you make your mark on the world. A unique combination of challenging academics, exceptional faculty, student life, and support will guide you through your college career. So, why UHart? Because we have it all.

Challenging Academics

We help you partner your passion with your dream profession. We're composed of seven vibrant schools, all thriving alongside one another. With over 100 majors, there is something for everyone in fields ranging from business, nursing, education, and arts, to religious studies and chemistry. Study what you love and love what you learn.

Exceptional Faculty

Expect a lot from your professors. They'll expect a lot from you.

Our faculty are practicing artists, groundbreaking researchers, published authors, global visionaries, and downright brilliant scholars. With a 9:1 student-faculty ratio, you'll interact with colleagues, professionals, and faculty across a diverse range of thought and experience during your time here at UHart.

Student Life

UHart isn’t all fun and games, but honestly, some of it is. Just because a UHart education is rigorous doesn’t mean we don’t know how to relax. In fact, some of the deepest friendships you make here are likely to start when you play intramural sports, participate in student government, join an a cappella group or any one of our more than 100 clubs.

Support

We aren't the same and we were never meant to be. Part of the beauty of UHart is that we encourage our students to embrace their college experience, and we provide the support to help them do it, every step of the way. UHart students have access to an exceptional Center for Student Success. Whether you need help in or out of the classroom, we're here for you.

Athletics

Whether it's hiring top coaches or attracting top talent, we create teams with a common goal: to be the most dynamic, versatile, and strongest athletes possible. Beyond our 17 Division I sports and winning teams, we're committed to being top scholar-athletes. A 3.37 combined GPA reflects our dedication to academic priorities as well as strong sportsmanship.

Location

Surrounded by green spaces and wooded trails, our 350-acre campus is situated at the crossroads of three towns: Hartford, West Hartford, and Bloomfield. In addition to our proximity to the capital city, the University of Hartford is only two hours from Boston and New York City. Our location offers plenty of opportunities to explore New England's vibrant culture, cities, beaches, and mountains. It also means we've forged relationships with many different companies and organizations, making internships and other professional options readily accessible.

Unlike Any Other.

Good universities give you the skills you need to get started in your chosen field. Great universities give you that and more: the lifelong ability to question, discover, change, and grow.

Welcome to the University of Hartford.