Academics
Interdisciplinary Specialization in Robotics
IDSR — an undergraduate specialization at IIT Delhi
Overview
The Interdisciplinary Specialization in Robotics (IDSR) is designed for undergraduate students at IIT Delhi to build a strong foundation across multiple domains relevant to robotics, including mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science.
Introduced to address the growing demand for robotics expertise in industry and research, the programme enables students to integrate knowledge across disciplines and develop a holistic understanding of robotic systems through a combination of core courses, electives, and project-based learning.
Any IIT Delhi student admitted through JEE is eligible to pursue IDSR. The specialization requires a total of 20 credits under the Open Category, and promotes interdisciplinary collaboration — enabling students from different departments to work together on robotics challenges.
Download Complete Curriculum (PDF)Curriculum Structure
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Core Courses | Robotics Technology and Mini Project |
| Electives | Courses across departments |
| Total Credits | 20 |
Core Courses
| Course | Code | L-T-P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robotics Technology | JRL301 | 3-0-0 | 3 |
| Mini Project in Robotics | JRD301 | 0-0-8 | 4 |
Elective Courses
Electives are drawn from courses offered across departments, allowing students to shape their specialization around individual interests.
Learning Approach
IDSR emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration. Students from multiple departments work together on robotics challenges, reflecting real-world engineering environments.
The mini project enables students to integrate concepts from different domains and develop complete robotic systems involving both hardware and software.