Various methods are used to familiarize students with many of the production processes that a flexible manufacturing system may be called upon to perform. Topics include modern manufacturing concepts, product manufacturing stages, manufacturing specifications, quality control, materials, forming, welding, and assembly. Develops fundamental skills necessary to use the microcomputer as a tool to solve engineering technology and production problems typically encountered in flexible manufacturing system environments. Topics include computer programming, operating systems, hardware and software and structured language programming. AMF 106 Introduction to Robotics Explores fundamental robotic concepts including coordinate systems and applications.
Students study robots in typical application environments.
Topics include classification, power sources, control techniques, path control and arm tooling. AMF 107 Machine Tool Numerical Control Theory and Practice Provides an overview of machine tool technology. Topics include benchwork operations, CNC fundamentals, mill and lathe programming and operation. Circuits Explores the fundamental principles of active devices. Emphasis is placed on low frequency applications and troubleshooting.