Computer-integrated manufacturing
Not offered in 1997
4 points * 22 lectures, 10 tutorial hours, 4 laboratory hours * First semester * Clayton * Prerequisites: MEC3403, MEC3409
Objectives To develop a basic understanding of the application of computers in manufacturing; a working knowledge of computer numerical control programming and hardware; an understanding of the use of industrial robots in manufacturing; an appreciation of the degree of automation in a computer integrated manufacturing enterprise.
Synopsis The basic concepts of manufacturing systems; automation of those systems. Computer-aided design; its basis and application. The feature of NC machine tool; design considerations; operation. NC part programming; the APT language. Industrial robots; robot programming; sensors; applications. Computer-integrated production management. Computer control. Artificial intelligence in design and manufacturing. Implementing CIM systems.
Assessment Examination (3 hours): 80% * Test on laboratory work: 20%
Prescribed texts
Mathew J Lecture notes in computer integrated manufacturing Dept Mechanical Engineering, Monash U, 1991
Recommended texts
Groover M P and Zimmers E W CAD/CAM: Computer-aided design and manufacturing Prentice-Hall
Koren Y Computer control of manufacturing systems McGraw-Hill, 1983
Rembold U, Nnaji B O and Storr A Computer integrated manufacturing and engineering Addison-Wesley
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