Study information

Robotics and Automation - 2022 entry

MODULE TITLERobotics and Automation CREDIT VALUE15
MODULE CODEENGM020 MODULE CONVENERUnknown
DURATION: TERM 1 2 3
DURATION: WEEKS 11
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated)
DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

The use of robotic in society is increasing with applications ranging from agriculture through to manufacturing, with increasing interest in autonomous systems. This module will introduce the fundamentals of robotic systems including kinematics and dynamics as applied to manipulators and mobile robots. The module will also review the different actuators and sensors supporting robotic systems and their control. In addition, this module will cover various aspects of automation and application of robots in industry in particular in the area of automatic assembly.

Prerequisite module: ENG1009, ENG2009, ENG3012, ENG3018 or equivalent

AIMS - intentions of the module

The aim of this module is to develop your knowledge and understanding of robotics and automation. The module will provide you an appreciation of basic concepts of industrial robots as well as simulation and modelling techniques and key components of such complex robotic systems. You will also learn to analyse industrial automation tasks and to design new automated systems with the state-of-the-art control strategies. Your knowledge of robotics and automation systems, their capability, design, programming and implementation will be enhanced in scheduled laboratory sessions throughout this module.
 
INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)
This module contributes to learning outcomes: SM1m, SM2m, SM4m, SM5m, SM6m, EA1m, EA2m, EA4m, EA5m, EA6m, D2m, D3m, D4m, ET4m, EP2m, EP3m, EP4m, EP8m, EP9m, EP11m, G1m. 
 
A full list of the referenced outcomes is provided online: http://intranet.exeter.ac.uk/emps/subjects/engineering/accreditation/
 
Module Specific Skills and Knowledge:SM1m, SM2m, SM4m, SM5m,EA1m, EA2m, EA5m, EA6m, D3m, D4m
 
1 Critically analyse robotic systems 
2 Design a robotic system using appropriate sensors and actuators
3 Critically analyse manufacturing systems and specify suitable approaches for control
4 Design and evaluate an automated system
5 Apply technical knowledge in a modern manufacturing system

Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge:SM6m, EA1m, EA2m, EA4m, EA5m, EA6m, D2m, D3m, D4m, ET4m, EP2m, EP3m, EP4m, EP8m, EP9m

6 Demonstrate improved practical  laboratory skills
7 Incorporate system analysis into design process
8 Integrate knowledge and understanding of multiple engineering disciplines

Personal and Key Transferable/ Employment Skills andKnowledge:EA6m, EP9m, EP11m, G1m

9 Demonstrate  problem solving skill
10 Use a full range of internet-based learning resources effectively and independently
11 Display  group working skills
SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module

This module will include but not limited to the following topics:
 
Part 1: ROBOTICS 
  • Introduction to industrial robots
  • Robotic kinematics 
  • Programming of industrial robots 
  • Robot simulation and modelling techniques
  • Sensors and actuators 
  • Machine vision 
Part 2:AUTOMATION AND CONTROL 
  • Motion control 
  • Process control
  • Approaches to equipment control and data acquisition including, SCADA and PLC 
  • Automated assembly 
  • Design and operation of automated manufacturing systems
  • Human machine interfaces
LEARNING AND TEACHING
LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities 41 Guided Independent Study 109 Placement / Study Abroad
DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Category Hours of study time Description
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities 22 Lectures
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities 11 Tutorials
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities 8 Laboratories
Guided Independent Study 109 Lecture and assessment preparation; wider reading

 

ASSESSMENT
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade
Form of Assessment Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method
Lab tasks (0%) 8 hours All Verbal feedback
       
       
       
       

 

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)
Coursework 60 Written Exams 40 Practical Exams
DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT
Form of Assessment % of Credit Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method
Written exam - closed book 60 2 hours (Summer) 1-5, 7-9 Exam mark
Coursework - Robotics Lab assignment 20 2-6 A4 sides 1, 2, 6-11 Written and verbal
Coursework - Automation Lab assignment 20 2-6 A4 sides 3-11 Written and verbal

 

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)
Original Form of Assessment Form of Re-assessment ILOs Re-assessed Time Scale for Re-reassessment
All above Written exam (100% - 2 hours) 1-5, 7-9 August Ref/Def Period

 

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

Reassessment will be by a single written exam only worth 100% of the module. For deferred candidates, the mark will be uncapped. For referred candidates, the mark will be capped at 50%.

RESOURCES
INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener
Web-based and electronic resources: 
 

Reading list for this module:

Type Author Title Edition Publisher Year ISBN
Set Jazar, R. N. Theory of Applied Robotics: Kinematics, Dynamics and Control 2nd Springer 2010 1441917497
Set Jaulin, L. Automation for Robotics Wiley 2015 9781848217980
Set Wilson, M. Implementation of robot systems: an introduction to robotics, automation and successful systems integration in manufacturing Butterworth-Heinemann 2013 978-0-12-404733-4
CREDIT VALUE 15 ECTS VALUE 7.5
PRE-REQUISITE MODULES ENG1009, ENG2009, ENG3012, ENG3018
CO-REQUISITE MODULES
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) 7 AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING No
ORIGIN DATE Thursday 16th December 2021 LAST REVISION DATE Thursday 21st July 2022
KEY WORDS SEARCH Automation, robotics, manufacturing

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