Introduction to Robotics Provided by Stanford University

This course, like the last one on the list, comes from a prestigious US university that offers one of its commonly taught courses online for free. Stanford University in California requires an average 3.96 GPA as well as an impressive application in addition to your grades. Professor Oussama Khatib, who conducts research in human-centered robotics and human-friendly robot design, teaches this free online robotics course. He is more than qualified to teach this course, and his numerous lectures have been recorded and made available online for easy viewing or listening.

The course's goal is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of robotics, including lessons on modeling, design, robot control, and motion planning. To successfully complete the course, you must first watch the corresponding lecture and then complete the associated readings and problem sets. The course also includes a midterm and final exam, so you should be studying the material as you go through it. Lectures generally follow the format of the book, so reading alongside the course should be simple.

• Pros:
  • Start anytime and go at your own pace
  • Lectures are recorded for anytime listening and watching
  • Taught by a highly qualified expert in robotics
• Cons:
  • No certificate of completion

Cost: Free

Certificate: No

Time to Complete: Approximately one semester

Curriculum: Beginner

User Experience: Excellent

Quality of Instruction: Excellent

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Enroll here: see.stanford.edu/course/cs223a