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Prerequisites

  • Linear algebra, basics of probability, solving basic differential equations.
  • Coding in Python and familiarity with Linux.

Logistical Overview

Lecture

  • 3:30pm - 4:45pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
  • The first couple of lectures will be on Zoom so that everyone can participate (including those on the waitlist).
  • Lectures are in person at 60 Fifth Avenue (Center for Data Science), Room C15. To get there, enter the building and go down the stairs to your right.
  • Class calendar: Google Calendar.

Course Staff & Office Hours

  • Instructor: Lerrel Pinto
    • Instructor office hours are available upon request.
  • Teaching Assistants: Jeff Cui, Mohit Warke
    • Office Hours: Friday 1:00 - 2:00pm, @ 60 Fifth Avenue, 502

Grading

  1. Homeworks and projects (90%)
  2. Discussions, both in class and in Campuswire (10%)

Assignments

  • See Assignments page for details.
  • There will be problem sets with theory and coding portions, and team projects on a rover robot.
  • We will use Python for all assignments. For the robot assignments, you will be running your code on a Raspberry Pi 4B onboard the rover.

Remarks

  • A student in this course is expected to act professionally. Please also follow the NYU regulations on academic integrity found here: https://cas.nyu.edu/academic-integrity.html
  • Academic accommodations are available for students with disabilities. Please contact the Moses Center for Students with Disabilities (212-998-4980 or mosescsd@nyu.edu) for further information. Students who are requesting academic accommodations are advised to reach out to the Moses Center as early as possible in the semester for assistance.