MFGEN 333
Industrial Automation
Manufacturing Engineering
Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering
Course Description
Application of sensors, actuators, robotics, part feeding and assembly, PLCs, pneumatic and hydraulic control, for justifying industrial automation.
When Taught
Fall
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
2
Fixed
2
Title
Automation System and Process Design
Learning Outcome
Students will understand and apply fundamental design methodologies for the selection of appropriate automation processes and equipment.
Title
Variation
Learning Outcome
Students will learn the impact of part variation on automated production.
Title
Programming
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate ability to program industrial robots and PLCs that communicate with industrial hardware for control of automated systems.
Title
Communication
Learning Outcome
Students will establish effective written communication skills through technical reports.
