By the end of this subject, students will be able to have:
1. A systematic understanding of the key aspects and concepts of the modeling and control of soft robots.
2. Coherent knowledge of their branch of engineering including some at the forefront of the branch in robotics engineering.
3. The ability to apply their knowledge and understanding of robotics engineering to identify, formulate and solve problems related to soft robotics.
4. The ability to apply their knowledge and understanding to develop and realise designs of soft robots, including their modeling and control.
5. An understanding of modeling and control methods for soft robots, and an ability to use them.
6. Workshop and laboratory skills to implement controllers in real soft robotic platforms.
7. The ability to select and use appropriate equipment, tools and methods for the modeling and control of soft robots.
8. The ability to combine theory and practice to solve problems related to modeling and control of soft robots.
9. An understanding of applicable techniques and methods in soft robotics, and of their limitations.