Industrial Automation Systems (H7121Z)
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Industrial Automation Systems
Module H7121Z
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
The module involves the knowledge and understanding of key mechatronic concepts including mechanics, pneumatics, electrical, electronics and informatics. It focuses on industrial applications, hence on the study of on-off control, programming using Programmable Logical Controllers (PLCs), control of robotic arms, and machine vision.
The module considers mechatronics systems as an integration of various subsystems, and students will be able to analyse, model, design, program and cost automated manufacturing systems via the integration of such subsystems.
Students will also be familiarized with interpretation of technical information including representation of components using diagrams and circuits, and general safety of operating with/around robotic/mechatronics equipment.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of the key aspects (sensing, actuation, programming and communications) of industrial automation mechatronics systems and their integration.
Deploy and integrate various mechatronics subsystems, in order to form fully automated systems, outside the context in which they were first studied.
Demonstrate ability to apply underlying principles to tackle and solve industrial automation problems using mechatronics.
Demonstrate a systematic understanding of technical information and circuit diagrams of mechatronic subsystems and components.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 35.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Practical Assessment | VACATION Week 1 | 14.00% |
| Practical Assessment | VACATION Week 1 | 14.00% |
| Practical Assessment | VACATION Week 1 | 14.00% |
| Group written submission | VACATION Week 1 | 58.00% |
| Unseen Examination | Summer Vacation Week 3 Wed 08:40 | 65.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
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