Mechanics of Machinery
This course focuses on the kinematic and dynamic analysis of mechanisms and the design of cams, gear trains, and linkages for motion and force transmission. Topics include:
- Kinematic analysis of positions, velocities, and accelerations
- Cam system design for specified motion
- Gear train analysis for speed ratios
- Force analysis in gears and linkages
- Application of computational tools such as SolidWorks and Python for simulation and analysis
Through a combination of analytical methods, software tools, and a team-based final design project, students gain a deep understanding of how mechanisms function and how they can be optimized for performance, reliability, and practical applications.
Representative student projects include the Design, Analysis, and Fabrication are demonstrated as:
Robotics and Automation Courses
These modular courses cover the fundamentals and advanced aspects of robotics, automation, and industrial systems, with emphasis on design, control, and integration. Students gain hands-on experience with hardware, software, and simulation tools, preparing them for real-world challenges in robotics and advanced manufacturing.
Basics of Robotics
Students are introduced to the foundations of robotics, including:
- The world of robotics and its applications
- Programming fundamentals for robot control
- Sensors and actuators used in robotic systems
- Degrees of freedom and kinematic concepts
- Robot inputs, outputs, and end effector design
Basics and Advanced PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers)
Students learn to:
- Write programs for sequential and continuous PLC-controlled processes
- Identify and work with PLC hardware components
- Apply skills in projects such as automated sorting on a production line
Automation and Materials Handling
Hands-on experience with robotic automation through SCORBASE software,
where students:
- Write, edit, and run control programs
- Send and receive input/output signals between robots and software
- Apply concepts to automation and materials handling scenarios
Robotic Welding
An introduction to robotic welding, combining theory and practice:
- Fundamentals of welding and automated welding systems
- Common welding problems and their solutions
- Welding safety training through virtual reality environments
Industrial Automation with Robotics
Using Siemens Tecnomatix RobotExpert, students:
- Integrate kinematics with CAD files to simulate robotic tasks
- Design and test automated solutions for real-world manufacturing processes
- Explore industry-level applications of robotic automation
Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMS)
Students gain exposure to system-level integration by:
- Designing, programming, and simulating an FMS work cell
- Creating full simulations of manufacturing operations
- Developing strategies for efficient, flexible production systems
Through these courses, students engage in analysis, programming, and immersive training with cutting-edge tools such as virtual reality and industrial software. Representative student projects and assignments include:
