University of Maryland, College Park

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with relevant coursework in programming, linear algebra, and control systems.

About This Program

This graduate certificate provides a specialized foundation in the methods and algorithms used to design autonomous robotic systems.

Career Outcomes

Gain build robots that skills to advance as Robotics Engineer in Engineering AI

• 1. Robotics Engineer
• 2. Autonomous Systems Developer
• 3. Robot Software Engineer
• 4. Controls Engineer

What You'll Learn

• Design and control robotic systems for autonomous operation.
• Implement motion planning algorithms for robot navigation.
• Develop perception systems using sensors and computer vision.
• Apply machine learning to robotics tasks like localization and mapping.

Curriculum Highlights

The 12-credit program requires four courses covering robot planning, modeling, control, and perception for autonomous systems.

Top Employers

Top employers include robotics firms like Boston Dynamics, iRobot, and NVIDIA, as well as tech companies such as Google and Amazon, and government agencies like NASA and DARPA.

Admissions

A bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with relevant coursework in programming, linear algebra, and control systems.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
• GRE/GMAT: Optional
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)