MCET 48100
Programming Industrial Robots
Purdue University Northwest · UGRD · Fall 2026
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Background on industrial robot system, safety, types of robots, mechanics and control, electronic system components, concepts of a work-sell system, geometry, path control, automation sensors hardware/software and programming. Learn and apply robot simulation software. Hands-on experience programming and manipulating the industrial robots in step-by-step and production modes. Prerequisite(s): ECET 26200 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D- OR MET 38200 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D- Course Learning Outcomes 1. Discuss industrial robotic safety procedures. 2. Explain different frames that uses robotic arm. 3. Describe different inputs and outputs and how to configure them. 4. Understand and apply various program instructions and macro commands. 5. Modify the program in different levels. 6. Explain how to setup a robot for production using teaching pendant. 7. Describe how to manipulate files: copy and delete programs, backup all or specific types of files to a specific device. 8. Learn how to load program from the backup device and how to an image backup and restore. 9. Demonstrate proficiency simulating operation of the robot via Robot simulation software. 10. Demonstrate proficiency manipulating robotic arm and successfully complete the assigned tasks. View Class Schedule
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