- Duration: 22 weeks (6 months)
- Learning Split: 40% theory / 60% practical
Build a strong foundation in the sensor and perception technologies that enable autonomous vehicles to understand and navigate their surroundings. This module covers LiDAR, stereo cameras, GPS/IMU sensor fusion, mapping, localization, and SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping). Participants will work with real sensor data and learn how multiple sensing systems work together to create reliable environmental awareness.
What You’ll Learn:
- Fundamentals of LiDAR and 3D environmental sensing
- Stereo camera principles and visual perception
- GPS and IMU systems for positioning and motion tracking
- Sensor calibration and data synchronization
- Sensor fusion for combining complementary data sources
- Fundamentals of mapping and localization
- Introduction to SLAM and autonomous navigation
- How perception data supports real-time vehicle decision-making
Value — What You Gain
Gain hands-on experience with the perception stack behind autonomous vehicles—understanding how sensors collect environmental data, how that data is combined, and how an autonomous system determines its position and surroundings. By the end of this module, you’ll be able to work with real sensor data and understand the fundamentals of perception and navigation systems.
This foundation prepares you for advanced areas such as autonomous vehicle development, robotics, computer vision, sensor fusion, SLAM, AI-based navigation, and automotive autonomy systems.
REGISTRATION PROCESS
Interest Submission
Prospective students (or their institution) submit the registration form either as a physical printout, Google Form, or PDF fillable form.
Eligibility Review
XSPEED Academy reviews each application against the basic program prerequisites.
- Currently enrolled in an engineering / technical diploma program or equivalent
- Genuine interest in motorsport, automotive, or autonomous systems
- Prior experience is not required
- Institutional approval, if registering through a college/university partnership
Seat Confirmation
Once eligibility is confirmed, the applicant receives:
- Confirmation of seat in the upcoming cohort
- Payment / fee instructions or institutional sign-off requirement
- Program start date and orientation details
Fee / Sign-off
Applicant completes payment if self-funded, or the institution confirms sponsorship / enrollment on the student’s behalf.
Team Allocation
Enrolled students are grouped into build teams ahead of Module 1, based on stated module interest, skill background, and team-size requirements.
Orientation Session
A mandatory kickoff session covering:
- Program structure and 22-week schedule
- Lab safety protocols and PPE requirements
- Equipment and lab kit briefing
- Introduction to team members and mentors
Program Commencement
Begins on the scheduled cohort start date.