Program Overview
The Ph.D. program in Intelligent Systems and Robotics prepares students to develop technology that combines human and machine capabilities. The program emphasizes individualized curricula, hands-on research, and collaborations with faculty and IHMC scientists. Graduates are equipped for high-demand careers in research, healthcare, transportation, and other industries.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Ph.D. program in Intelligent Systems and Robotics prepares the next generation of researchers and educators to develop technology that combines human and machine elements to exploit their respective strengths and mitigate their weaknesses. The program emphasizes the establishment of successful student-supervisor teams, where faculty and researchers provide guidance and mentorship, and graduate students become essential members of established research groups while developing as independent thinkers.
Outline:
The program provides individualized curricula tailored to students' interests, with foundational courses in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, followed by select advanced courses.
Teaching:
The program features collaborations with UWF faculty and IHMC scientists, who guide students in investigating, testing, and developing new ideas and technologies through specialized research projects. IHMC scientists serve as dissertation chairs and Ph.D. advisors, providing mentorship and expertise.
Careers:
Graduates of the program are poised for high-demand jobs in research and development, healthcare, transportation, defense, and high-tech industries. Common job titles include Research Scientist, and examples of employers include IHMC.