This course serves as an introduction to automated systems. The basics of sensors, logic control systems, motion control systems, robotics and flexible manufacturing systems will be covered. The course will be taught using demonstration and discussion combined with individual and team centered project-based learning.

OUTCOMES

• Classify robots, components of industrial robots, basic electrical and mechanical components, and programming.

• Apply the fundamentals of digital and analog sensors and their use in automated systems and to integrate sensors in closed loop systems.

• Create functional Pbasic programs and integrate STAMP technology into autonomous robotic systems.

• Demonstrate the capability of combining computers, software, and networking together with machines, workers, and managers.