IND4315

Computer integrated manufacturing ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: R Ibrahim

Offered:
Not offered in 2006.

Synopsis: The basic concepts of manufacturing systems; automation of those systems. Computer-aided design; its basis and application. The feature of NC machine tools; design considerations; operation. NC part programming. Industrial robots; robot programming; sensors; applications. Computer integrated production management. Computer control. Artificial intelligence in design and manufacturing. Implementing CIM systems. Concurrent engineering, data communication and local-area networks in manufacturing, and the planning of manufacturing systems. E-logistics and e-supply chain management.

Assessment: Tests: 80% + Project: 20%

Contact Hours: 22 lectures and 22 hours of practice classes