Industrial Robotics

Catalog description

This course will introduce students to articulated arm servo robotics and their industrial applications. Additionally, this course will introduce students to a wide variety of applications used in industrial environments such as assembly, material handling, machine tending, and inspection. Students will learn and work with a 6-axis articulated servo robot, griper, teach pendant, and online/offline programming software used in theory and lab settings. TECH 1173 Programmable Logic Controllers I 3 credits This course introduces students to entry-level to intermediate-level PLC programming and applications. Students will learn to identify components of a PLC system, do a simple setup and configuration of a PLC, understand, and make minor modifications to a PLC program, design and build a process control system using a PLC to control the process, and design a simple automated process using timers, counters, sequencers, and other logic functions. Students must complete lab exercises demonstrating competency through practical applications. TECH 1183 Industrial Motor Controls I 3 Credits This course presents the electric relay control theory and operation of AC electrical motors found in industrial, commercial, and residential applications. Course content includes the operation, installation, design, maintenance, and troubleshooting of AC motors and control circuits for various applications. AC induction motors, control components, voltage distribution, and motor connections are covered as well. Safety procedures and devices including Lockout/Tagout, grounding connections, and safety systems are emphasized throughout the course. Students must complete lab exercises demonstrating competency through practical applications.