Obstacle avoider robot
Build a wheeled robot that uses IR sensors and motor drivers to steer around objects on its own.
Robotics Course Online from India
Build working robots with Arduino, sensors and motors – and, at the advanced level, learn robot design, programming and industrial automation. Live trainer-led classes for learners worldwide, with hybrid and 100% offline options in India.
Live online3 levels40–360 hYour time zone
01About the course
What you will learn in Robotics
Robotics is the design, building and programming of machines that sense their surroundings and act on their own. A robot combines mechanical parts such as wheels, joints and grippers, electronics such as sensors, motor drivers and a controller, and code that decides what to do. The 40-hour courses on this page use Arduino, an open-source microcontroller platform, to teach these basics through many small projects.
This page is for learners outside Vellore, Katpadi and Ranipet – NRIs, professionals in the Gulf and other countries, and students elsewhere in India who want Robotics taught live by a trainer.
For the 40-hour courses, basic computer use and interest in electronics are enough; school-level physics helps. For the 360-hour certificate, an engineering or diploma background in mechanical, electrical or electronics is useful.
At a glance
- 3 programme levels: 40–360 h
- Live online, hybrid or offline in India
- Projects assessed before certification
- Certificate from the Livewire network
- Batches fixed around your time zone
02Outcomes
Skills you will be able to show
- Install the Arduino IDE and write programs that control LEDs, buttons and relays
- Explain how sensors work and interface IR, PIR, ultrasonic, DHT11, gas, flame, vibration and pulse sensors
- Drive DC, servo and stepper motors using motor driver circuits
- Use RFID, Bluetooth (HC-05/HC-06) and Wi-Fi modules to add communication to projects
- Assemble and program obstacle-avoider, follow-me and remote-controlled robots
- Understand degrees of freedom and joint design for simple robotic arms and humanoids
03Syllabus
Robotics syllabus by level
Every module and topic taught in the classroom batch is covered online. Open a level to see its modules.
Foundation level
Course on Robotics
Students and hobbyists who want a 40-hour Arduino robotics course with a new project in almost every session.
40 hours10 modules · 69 topicsCertificate: Livewire network
01Getting Started with Arduino9 topics
Introduction to the Arduino boardTypes of Arduino boardsSoftware installationIntroduction to the Arduino IDEArduino programming language conceptsProgramming Arduino hardwareIntroduction to the supply circuitIntroduction to LEDs and LED interfacingProject – Controlling LEDs through Arduino
02Sensors and Their Interfacing9 topics
Introduction and classification of sensorsWorking principle of sensorsIR sensor working and interfacingProject – Obstacle finder using IR sensorPIR sensor interfacingProject – Home security system using PIR sensorTemperature and humidity sensor (DHT11)Measuring two physical quantities on one sensorProject – Working with the temperature and humidity sensor
03Inputs, Relays and Environment Sensing7 topics
Soil moisture sensorPull-up and pull-down conceptsInterfacing buttonsInterfacing a high-power relay to control AC devicesProject – Automatic plant irrigation systemLED light patterns and sensor interfacing with LED patternsProject – Automatic lights
04Distance, Vibration, Gas and Flame Sensing6 topics
Ultrasonic sensor (HC-SR04) fundamentals and interfacingProject – Obstacle finding using an ultrasonic sensorVibration sensor fundamentals and interfacingProject – Vibration sensorMQ-series gas sensors and flame sensor interfacingProject – Home safety guard (gas and flame sensor)
05Biomedical Sensing and RFID6 topics
Introduction to biomedical sensing devicesHeartbeat and pulse sensor working and interfacingProject – Heartbeat checking with a pulse sensorTypes of communication mediaRFID card and reader fundamentalsProject – Token-based shopping system using RFID
06Keypads and Remote Control6 topics
Integrating multiple buttons in matrix formatInput and output definition for multiple buttonsProject – Keypad-controlled robotIntegrating multiple features with ArduinoInterfacing buttons and IR sensors for wireless controlProject – IR remote-controlled robot
07Motors and Motor Drivers7 topics
DC motor basicsUse and working of motor driver circuitsProject – Robotic car using DC motorsServo motor basicsProject – Human fingers prototype using servo motorsStepper motor basicsProject – Automatic curtain opener using a stepper motor
08Wireless Robots5 topics
HC-05 and HC-06 Bluetooth modulesInterfacing Bluetooth with ArduinoProject – Bluetooth-controlled robotIntroduction to Wi-Fi modules and interfacingProject – Wi-Fi enabled robot
09Autonomous Robots7 topics
Speed sensor working and interfacingProject – Automobile speed control using a speed sensorWorking principle of obstacle avoidanceProject – Obstacle avoider robotWorking principle of a follow-me robotProject – Follow-me robotComponent assembling
10Robot Design and Integration7 topics
Introduction to degrees of freedomIntroduction to actuator designIntegrating motors and joints for robot designProject – HumanoidFundamentals of sensor deploymentIntegrating different sensors with ArduinoProject – Home automation system
Foundation level
Essential in Robotics Design
Beginners and engineering students who want a 40-hour, project-based start in Arduino robotics.
40 hours10 modules · 68 topicsCertificate: CADD Centre network
01Getting Started with Arduino9 topics
Introduction to the Arduino boardTypes of Arduino boardsSoftware installationIntroduction to the Arduino IDEArduino programming language conceptsProgramming Arduino hardwareIntroduction to the supply circuitIntroduction to LEDs and LED interfacingProject – Controlling LEDs through Arduino
02Sensors and Their Interfacing8 topics
Introduction and classification of sensorsWorking principle of sensorsIR sensor working and interfacingProject – Obstacle finder using IR sensorPIR sensor interfacingProject – Home security system using PIR sensorTemperature and humidity sensor (DHT11)Project – Working with the temperature and humidity sensor
03Inputs, Relays and Environment Sensing7 topics
Soil moisture sensorPull-up and pull-down conceptsInterfacing buttonsInterfacing a high-power relay to control AC devicesProject – Automatic plant irrigation systemLED light patterns and sensor interfacing with LED patternsProject – Automatic lights
04Distance, Vibration, Gas and Flame Sensing6 topics
Ultrasonic sensor (HC-SR04) fundamentals and interfacingProject – Obstacle finding using an ultrasonic sensorVibration sensor fundamentals and interfacingProject – Vibration sensorMQ-series gas sensors and flame sensor interfacingProject – Home safety guard (gas and flame sensor)
05Biomedical Sensing and RFID6 topics
Introduction to biomedical sensing devicesHeartbeat and pulse sensor working and interfacingProject – Heartbeat checking with a pulse sensorTypes of communication mediaRFID card and reader fundamentalsProject – Token-based shopping system using RFID
06Keypads and Remote Control5 topics
Integrating multiple buttons in matrix formatInput and output definition for multiple buttonsProject – Keypad-controlled robotInterfacing buttons and IR sensors for wireless controlProject – IR remote-controlled robot
07Motors and Motor Drivers7 topics
DC motor basicsUse and working of motor driver circuitsProject – Robotic car using DC motorsServo motor basicsProject – Human fingers prototype using servo motorsStepper motor basicsProject – Automatic curtain opener using a stepper motor
08Wireless Robots5 topics
HC-05 and HC-06 Bluetooth modulesInterfacing Bluetooth with ArduinoProject – Bluetooth-controlled robotIntroduction to Wi-Fi modules and interfacingProject – Wi-Fi enabled robot
09Autonomous Robots7 topics
Speed sensor working and interfacingProject – Automobile speed control using a speed sensorWorking principle of obstacle avoidanceProject – Obstacle avoider robotWorking principle of a follow-me robotProject – Follow-me robotComponent assembling
10Robot Design and Integration8 topics
Introduction to degrees of freedomIntroduction to actuator designIntegrating motors and joints for robot designProject – HumanoidFundamentals of sensor deploymentIntegrating different sensors with ArduinoProject – Home automation systemProject practice
Master level
Advanced Certificate in course on Robotics & Automation
Engineering and diploma graduates who want a long, in-depth programme covering robot design, programming and industrial automation.
360 hours9 modules · 27 topicsCertificate: CADD Centre network
01Mechanical Design of Robots and Mechatronics3 topics
Basic robot structures and typesLinks, joints and degrees of freedomMechatronics elements in a robot
02Electrical and Electronic Control Design3 topics
Power supply and wiring basicsSensors and actuators for robotsControl circuit design and testing
03Conveyor and Sensor Integration3 topics
Conveyor basicsSensor placement for detectionPick-and-place integration project
04Programming for Robots3 topics
Programming language basics for robot controlWriting and testing control programsRobot programming practice
05Design and Drafting for Robot Cells3 topics
Robot cell layout basicsDrafting the cell designSafety and working space in a cell
06Service and Commercial Robot Building3 topics
Robot body buildingCoding multiple actionsAssembly and trial runs
07Industrial Robot Applications3 topics
Introduction to industrial welding robotsSpot welding applicationsVision applications in robotics
08Robot Building Project, Testing and Maintenance3 topics
Complete robot building projectTesting a robotRoutine maintenance of robots
09Industrial Automation Applications3 topics
Introduction to industrial automationWhere robots fit in an automated lineAutomation application case study
04Tools covered
Software and tools you will use
Arduino boards and Arduino IDEIR, PIR, ultrasonic (HC-SR04) and DHT11 sensorsMQ gas, flame, vibration, soil moisture and pulse sensorsRFID reader and cardsHC-05 / HC-06 Bluetooth modulesWi-Fi modulesDC, servo and stepper motors with motor driversRelays and matrix keypadsSpeed sensors
We provide training and instruction only. Software and licences are not included; use your own licence, or an educational or trial licence where the software maker offers one. See our Software & Licensing Policy. Certificates are skill-training certificates, not degrees or professional licences.
05Projects
Practice projects
Bluetooth-controlled robot
Control a robot car from a phone using an HC-05 or HC-06 Bluetooth module.
Automatic plant irrigation
Read a soil moisture sensor and switch a pump through a relay when the soil is dry.
Home safety guard
Detect gas leaks and flames with MQ-series and flame sensors and raise an alarm.
06How online works
How the Robotics course runs online
Pick the mode that matches where you are and what you can travel for.
Live online
Trainer-led sessions on your own computer. Same syllabus, project and certificate as classroom batches. Evening, early-morning or weekend slots in your time zone.
Hybrid
Part online, part in the lab. Take lab sessions at Vellore, Katpadi or Ranipet when you visit India, and the rest online. Depends on trainer and lab availability.
100% offline in India
Learn at our centres on any date that suits you and the trainer. Fast-track schedules possible. Partner-centre options in other cities are explored case by case.
07Class timings
Find your class time
Example slots for popular regions. Your exact timing is fixed with the trainer on WhatsApp.
| City | Slot | Your local time | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai · Abu Dhabi | Weekday evening | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM | 8:30 PM–10:30 PM |
| Dubai · Abu Dhabi | Weekday early morning | 6:00 AM–8:00 AM | 7:30 AM–9:30 AM |
| Dubai · Abu Dhabi | Weekend morning | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | 10:30 AM–12:30 PM |
Slots marked “late night in India” need the trainer’s confirmation. Final timings are fixed on WhatsApp based on trainer and student availability; any date and time can be arranged where a trainer is available.
| City | Slot | Your local time | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| London · Manchester · Birmingham | Weekday evening | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM | 12:30 AM–2:30 AM (next day) late night in Indiawinter · summer: 11:30 PM–1:30 AM late night in India |
| London · Manchester · Birmingham | Weekday early morning | 6:00 AM–8:00 AM | 11:30 AM–1:30 PMwinter · summer: 10:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| London · Manchester · Birmingham | Weekend morning | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | 2:30 PM–4:30 PMwinter · summer: 1:30 PM–3:30 PM |
Slots marked “late night in India” need the trainer’s confirmation. Final timings are fixed on WhatsApp based on trainer and student availability; any date and time can be arranged where a trainer is available.
| City | Slot | Your local time | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore | Weekday evening | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM | 4:30 PM–6:30 PM |
| Singapore | Weekday early morning | 6:00 AM–8:00 AM | 3:30 AM–5:30 AM late night in India |
| Singapore | Weekend morning | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | 6:30 AM–8:30 AM |
Slots marked “late night in India” need the trainer’s confirmation. Final timings are fixed on WhatsApp based on trainer and student availability; any date and time can be arranged where a trainer is available.
08Pair it with
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Online details 09FAQ
Robotics online – FAQ
Still have a question? Message us on WhatsApp.
Ask on WhatsAppCan I learn Robotics online from outside India?
Yes. Robotics is taught live online by a trainer, with the same syllabus, hours and project as the classroom batch. Batches are planned around your time zone, subject to trainer availability.
How many hours is the Robotics course?
Robotics is offered at 3 levels (40–360 h): Course on Robotics – 40 hours; Essential in Robotics Design – 40 hours; Advanced Certificate in course on Robotics & Automation – 360 hours.
Do I need to buy the software?
We teach; we do not supply software. Use your own licence or an educational or trial licence where the maker offers one. Our Software & Licensing Policy explains the rules.
Can I attend some classes in person in India?
Yes. Hybrid and fully offline options are available at our Vellore, Katpadi and Ranipet centres on dates agreed in advance, depending on trainer and lab availability.
What does it cost?
Fees depend on the level and mode. Message +91 8111 029 125 on WhatsApp for the current fee and payment options for your country.
Will I get a certificate?
On completing the course and its project you receive the Livewire network certificate. It is a skill-training certificate, not a degree or a professional licence.
Start from anywhere
Get the Robotics syllabus, fee and next batch
Tell us your country and preferred time. We reply on WhatsApp with the syllabus, fee and the next available batch.
- Live online, hybrid or 100% offline in India
- Batches in your time zone, based on trainer availability
- Free counselling and a syllabus on WhatsApp
- One number for everything: +91 8111 029 125