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Prerequisites
Intermediate C++, Calculus, and Probability
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Sensor Fusion Engineer
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Prerequisite Knowledge
You should have intermediate C++ knowledge, and be familiar with calculus, probability, and linear algebra. See detailed requirements.
Lidar
Process raw lidar data with filtering, segmentation, and clustering to detect other vehicles on the road.
Lidar Obstacle DetectionRadar
Analyze radar signatures to detect and track objects. Calculate velocity and orientation by correcting for radial velocity distortions, noise, and occlusions.
Radar Obstacle DetectionCameras
Fuse camera images together with lidar point cloud data. You'll extract object features, classify objects, and project the camera image into three dimensions to fuse with lidar data.
Camera and Lidar FusionKalman Filters
Fuse data from multiple sources using Kalman filters, and build extended and unscented Kalman filters for tracking nonlinear movement.
Unscented Kalman Filters
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Real-world projects from industry experts
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You’ll have access to career coaching sessions, interview prep advice, and resume and online professional profile reviews to help you grow in your career.
Flexible learning program
Get a custom learning plan tailored to fit your busy life. Learn at your own pace and reach your personal goals on the schedule that works best for you.
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Experienced Project Reviewers
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2000+ project reviewers
1.8M projects reviewed
4.85/5 reviewer ratings
3 hour avg project review turnaround time
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- Personalized feedback
- Unlimited submissions and feedback loops
- Practical tips and industry best practices
- Additional suggested resources to improve
Succeed with Personalized Services
We provide services customized for your needs at every step of your learning journey to ensure your success!
Project Reviewers
1-on-1 Mentors
Career Coaching
Get personalized feedback on your projects
Reviews By the numbers
2000+ project reviewers
1.8M projects reviewed
4.85/5 reviewer ratings
3 hour avg project review turnaround time
Reviewer Services
- Personalized feedback
- Unlimited submissions and feedback loops
- Practical tips and industry best practices
- Additional suggested resources to improve
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David Silver
Head of Curriculum
David Silver leads the Udacity Curriculum Team. Before Udacity, David was a research engineer on the autonomous vehicle team at Ford. He has an MBA from Stanford, and a BSE in Computer Science from Princeton.
Stephen Welch
Instructor
Stephen is a Content Developer at Udacity and has worked on the C++ and Self-Driving Car Engineer Nanodegree programs. He started teaching and coding while completing a Ph.D. in mathematics, and has been passionate about engineering education ever since.
Andreas Haja
Instructor
Andreas Haja is an engineer, educator and autonomous vehicle enthusiast with a PhD in computer science. Andreas now works as a professor, where he focuses on project-based learning in engineering. During his career with Volkswagen and Bosch he developed camera technology and autonomous vehicle prototypes.
Abdullah Zaidi
Instructor
Abdullah holds his M.S from the University of Maryland and is an expert in the field of Radio Frequency Design and Digital Signal processing. After spending several years at Qualcomm, Abdullah joined Metawave, where he now leads Radar development for autonomous driving.
Aaron Brown
Instructor
Aaron Brown has a background in electrical engineering, robotics and deep learning. Aaron has worked as a Content Developer and Simulation Engineer at Udacity focusing on developing projects for self-driving cars.
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Program Details
Why should I enroll?
Sensor fusion engineering is one of the most important and exciting areas of robotics.
Sensors like cameras, radar, and lidar help self-driving cars, drones, and all types of robots perceive their environment. Analyzing and fusing this data is fundamental to building an autonomous system.
In this Nanodegree program, you will work with camera images, radar signatures, and lidar point clouds to detect and track vehicles and pedestrians. By graduation, you will have an impressive portfolio of projects to demonstrate your skills to employers.
What jobs will this program prepare me for?
As a Sensor Fusion Engineer, you'll be equipped to bring value to a wide array of industries and be eligible for many roles.
Your opportunities might include roles such as an:
- Imaging Engineer
- Sensor Fusion Engineer
- Perception Engineer
- Automated Vehicle Engineer
- Research Engineer
- Self-Driving Car Engineer
- Object Tracking Engineer
- Sensor Engineer
- System Integration Engineer
- Depth Engineer
How do I know this program is right for me?
If you’re interested in learning about lidar, radar, and camera data and how to fuse it together, this program is right for you.
Sensors and sensor data are used in a wide array of applications -- from cell phones to robots and self-driving cars -- giving you a wide array of fields you could enter or advance a career in after this program.
Program Overview - Why should I take this program?
Do I need to apply? What are the admission criteria?
There is no application. This Nanodegree program accepts everyone, regardless of experience and specific background.
What are the prerequisites for enrollment?
To optimize your chances of success in the Sensor Fusion Engineer Nanodegree program, we’ve created a list of prerequisites and recommendations to help prepare you for the program curriculum. You should have the following knowledge:
- Advanced knowledge in any object-oriented - programming language, preferably C++
- Intermediate Probability
- Intermediate Calculus
- Intermediate Linear Algebra
- Basic Linux Command Lines
If I don't meet the requirements to enroll, what should I do?
For aspiring sensor fusion engineers who currently have a limited background in programming or math, we've created the Intro to Self-Driving Cars Nanodegree program to help you prepare. This program teaches C++, linear algebra, calculus, and statistics.
If you have a limited background in programming, we’ve created the C++ Nanodegree program to help you prepare for the coding in this program.
Enrollment and Admission
How is this program structured?
The Sensor Fusion Engineer Nanodegree program is comprised of content and curriculum to support four (4) projects. We estimate that students can complete the program in four (4) months, working 10 hours per week.
Each project will be reviewed by the Udacity reviewer network. Feedback will be provided and if you do not pass the project, you will be asked to resubmit the project until it passes.
How long is this Nanodegree program?
Access to this Nanodegree program runs for the length of time specified in the payment card above. If you do not graduate within that time period, you will continue learning with month to month payments. See the Terms of Use and FAQs for other policies regarding the terms of access to our Nanodegree programs.
Can I switch my start date? Can I get a refund?
Please see the Udacity Nanodegree program FAQs for policies on enrollment in our programs.
Tuition and Terms of Program
What software and versions will I need for this program?
We have few requirements since you will be coding on our virtual environments (“Workspaces”) in the browser. This means you can complete all coursework within our platform, and do not need to install anything on your own machine.
If you choose to complete projects on your local machine, you should install:
- C++ Version 11
- Point Cloud Library 1.7
Hardware Requirements:
- None