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Automation in manufacturing

Course Description: The course provides an introduction to automation and industrial control systems, including sensors, actuators, and other control system components. It also covers discrete control using programmable logic controllers and personal computers, automatic data acquisition, material handling systems, automated assembly systems, storage systems, and automated guided vehicle systems.
Credit hours: 3
Objectives of the course :

1. Introduction to Manufacturing Automation Elements and Their Benefits.
2. Developing fundamental knowledge of CNC machine programming and CNC codes using integrated CAD/CAM systems.
3. Describe the fundamental concepts of industrial robots.
4. Identify the main concepts in material handling, manufacturing systems, and manufacturing support systems.

Course outputs :

1. List the essential elements of an automated system.
1.2 Classification of different types of sensors, actuators, and other control system components.
1.3 Identify the components of a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and its operating cycle.
1.4 Description of different levels of automation using advanced tools and technologies.
1.5 Demonstrate distinguished knowledge of a range of research and investigation methods in the field of material handling systems.
2.1 Analysis of different automation systems using specialized theories, principles, and concepts.
2.2 Solving complex automation problems using various machine recognition methods.
2.3 Evaluation of Quantitative Analysis of Aggregation Systems.
2.4 Storage System Data Analysis.
3.1 Actively participate in research groups or projects where members share leadership, work to create a collaborative and inclusive environment, set goals, plan tasks, and achieve desired outcomes.

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  • Last updated: 2026-05-13

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