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Module Title	Manufacturing Automation
Module Code	MM453
School	School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
Online Module Resources
Module Co-ordinator	Dr Harry Esmonde	Office Number	S373
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

The purpose of this module is to introduce the students to aspects of automation as widely used in manufacturing.

Learning Outcomes

1. Analyse simple automation problems and generate the appropriate logic control.
2. Describe the operation and give the benefits of programmable logic controllers.
3. Explain where and how supervisory control and data acquisition is used in the production environment.
4. Perform a simple cost benefit analysis of automation.
5. Determine the performance of indexing and free transfer systems.
6. Describe and analyse parts transfer and feeding devices.
7. Implement statistical process control using control charts.
8. Safety considerations in automation, Impact of automation on the workforce

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	24	No Description
Tutorial	12	No Description
Laboratory	9	No Description
Independent Study	80	No Description
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

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Logic control
Design and analysis of automation problems using logic control.

Automation for timed problems
Use of graphical analysis techniques.

Use of PLCs
Software/Hardware setup

SCADA systems
LAN configuration, communication protocols.

Part feeding and transfer systems

Indexing and free transfer systems

Cost benefit analysis

SPC
Capability indeces, Control charts

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	20%	Examination Weight	80%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable

Indicative Reading List

Asfahl: 0, Robots and Manufacturing Automation, 2nd Edition, Wiley, 1993,
Geoffrey Boothroyd: 0, Assembly Automation and Product Design,
Thomas Boucher: 0, Computer Automation in Manufacturing, AN Introduction,

Other Resources

None

Programme or List of Programmes

CAM	B.Eng. Mechanical & Manufacturing Eng
ECSA	Study Abroad (Engineering & Computing)
ECSAO	Study Abroad (Engineering & Computing)
ME	B.Eng. in Mechatronic Engineering

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