Master the integration of automation and robotics in digital agriculture, gaining expertise in autonomous systems, machine learning, and field robotics for real-world decision-making.
Credential Type
Graduate Certificate
Cost (2024)
$9,060
Delivery Format
Online
Program Length
12 Credit Hours
Enrollment
Fall or Spring
Eligibility Criteria
Bachelor's degree required
Benefit 1
Develop cutting-edge skills in robotics and automation, enabling you to implement and manage sophisticated agricultural systems.
Benefit 2
Position yourself at the forefront of agricultural innovation, making you highly valuable in an industry increasingly reliant on technological advancements.
Benefit 3
Gain hands-on experience with aerial and ground robots through comprehensive labs, preparing you for real-world applications in harsh and uncertain field environments.
Overview
This certificate is for agriculture, engineering, and technology professionals.
It allows you to explore in-depth courses on automation and robotics in digital agriculture, enhancing your expertise and operational capabilities in advanced agricultural systems.
Skills You Will Learn
Upon completing this certificate, you will:
- Understand the foundational theories and techniques to build systems integrating physical processes with computational control.
- Learn to develop systems capable of making autonomous decisions through planning under uncertainty and adaptive sequential decision-making.
- Gain expertise in various machine learning methods, including Bayesian Nonparametric learning, deep learning, neural networks, and reinforcement learning.
- Apply the principles of autonomous decision-making specifically to robotics systems, emphasizing the transition from theory to practical application.
- Develop skills in designing, navigating, and controlling aerial and ground robots.
- Learn about the operational dynamics of robots in harsh, uncertain, and dynamically changing environments.
- Master the sensory and motion control aspects necessary for effective field robotics operation.
- Apply data analytics to improve the functionality and efficiency of robotics systems.
Build Skills that Matter
Gain the knowledge and practical experience needed to excel in your field and create meaningful impact.
Course Details
The Automation and Robotics in Digital Agriculture Certificate is a 12-credit hour program.
To earn this certificate, you'll complete the following:
Required Courses:
- ABE 526 Autonomous Decision Making (4 hours)
- ABE 426 Principles of Mobile Robotics (4 hours)
Pick One:
- ABE 498 Machine Vision for Agricultural and Industrial Applications (4 hours)
- CS 437 Internet of Things (4 hours)
- ABE 425 Engineering Measurement Systems (4 hours)
How to Enroll
Applying for this Certificate
To apply for a graduate certificate program, you'll need to start an online application through the University of Illinois Graduate College.
The following items are required for your application:
- Bachelor’s degree: Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. A grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (A=4.0), or comparable GPA for an international applicant, for the last two years of undergraduate study is a minimum requirement for admission.
- Professional resume: This should include personal information (name, address, telephone number, and email address), academic background, work experience (start and end dates for each position and a brief description of responsibilities), educational training, professional associations, and leadership experiences. Please limit your resume to two pages.
- English proficiency scores (international students only): If you are a non-native English speaker, you must upload your TOEFL or IELTS scores directly to your application. Review the Graduate College’s English proficiency requirements for more details on possible exemptions.
Receiving your Certificate
For all students, after courses are completed, confirm your completion of the requirements.
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