The purpose of this course is to develop an understanding of the role and responsibilities of the supervisor and to strengthen values and skills related to key supervisory functions. The principles and topics addressed include problem solving , decision making , leadership, management ethics , and communication . This course is recommended for experienced and new supervisors and those aspiring to supervisory positions. This course introduces the basic concepts of blueprint reading and discusses types of lines , angles , and views of a drawing . The student also learns about dimensioning circles , arcs , holes , and threads .
Emphasis is on understanding how to interpret a blueprint .
Time permitting, students will learn how to draw a blueprint . This course will cover the highlights of robotics and automation engineering. Students will learn the practical aspects of designing a work cell , considering the safety , economic and analysis requirements . Students will also be expected to complete a work cell design project. Emphasis will be given to plastics manufacturing applications.