Overview

This unit aims to develop an understanding of the mechatronic engineer's role in the manufacturing industry, manufacturing processes including 3D printing, fundamentals and automation using a CNC controller. Different manufacturing systems: cellular and flexible manufacturing systems will be analysed. Recent advancement in the industry: Industry 4.0 and digital twins will … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S2-01-CLAYTON-FLEXIBLE
S2-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Professor Ralph Abrahams

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Mohammed Ayoub Juman
Professor Ralph Abrahams

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Describe different types of manufacturing and manufacturing management systems.

2.

Generate Computer Numerical Control (CNC) code for different applications using manual part programming and CAD/CAM systems.

3.

Address modern manufacturing philosophies, such as lean production systems, agile and virtual manufacturing systems and improve the quality and productivity of the manufacturing systems.

4.

Analyse and design cellular, lean, agile and virtual manufacturing systems.

5.

Evaluate the performance of cellular and flexible manufacturing systems and manual assembly lines.

6.

Design process planning system using Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Teaching approach

Problem-based learning
Active learning

Assessment summary

Continuous assessment: 40%

Final assessment: 60%

This unit contains hurdle requirements that you must achieve to be able to pass the unit. You are required to achieve at least 45% in the total continuous assessment component and at least 45% in the final assessment component. The consequence of not achieving a hurdle requirement is a fail grade (NH) and a maximum mark of 45 for the unit.

Assessment

1 - Class work and quizzes
2 - Written test
3 - CAM test
4 - Final assessment

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Laboratories
Practical activities
Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Recommended resources
Technology resources

Availability in areas of study

E3001 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Specialisation: Robotics and mechatronics engineering (Automation stream)
Minor: Intelligent manufacturing
Minor: Smart manufacturing