Module #1 Introduction to Automation and Robotics Overview of automation and robotics in manufacturing, benefits, and applications
Module #2 History of Automation Evolution of automation, key milestones, and pioneers in the field
Module #3 Types of Automation Classification of automation systems, fixed, programmable, and flexible automation
Module #4 Robotics Fundamentals Introduction to robots, types of robots, and robot anatomy
Module #5 Robot Control Systems Overview of control systems, open-loop and closed-loop control, and programming languages
Module #6 Sensors and Actuators Types of sensors and actuators, their applications, and integration with robots
Module #7 RobotProgramming Languages Introduction to programming languages for robots, such as Python, C++, and ROS
Module #8 Robot Operating System (ROS) Overview of ROS, its components, and applications in robotics
Module #9 Industrial Robotics Applications of robots in manufacturing, welding, painting, and material handling
Module #10 Collaborative Robots (Cobots) Introduction to cobots, safety aspects, and applications in manufacturing
Module #11 Machine Vision Introduction to machine vision, applications in quality control, and object recognition
Module #12 Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Overview of CAD/CAM, design for manufacturability, and integration with automation systems
Module #13 Automation in Manufacturing Systems Types of manufacturing systems, cellular manufacturing, and flexible manufacturing systems
Module #14 Material Handling and Conveyor Systems Overview of material handling systems, conveyor systems, and automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS)
Module #15 Automated Inspection and Quality Control Applications of automation in quality control, inspection techniques, and defect detection
Module #16 SCADA and MES Systems Overview of SCADA and MES systems, data acquisition, and analysis in manufacturing
Module #17 Cybersecurity in Industrial Automation Threats and vulnerabilities in industrial automation, security measures, and best practices
Module #18 Industry 4.0 and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) Overview of Industry 4.0, IIoT, and their applications in manufacturing
Module #19 Cloud-Based Manufacturing and Data Analytics Cloud-based manufacturing, data analytics, and artificial intelligence in automation
Module #20 Digital Twin and Simulation Introduction to digital twin, simulation in manufacturing, and its applications
Module #21 Automation and Robotics in Supply Chain Management Applications of automation in supply chain management, warehousing, and logistics
Module #22 Ergonomics and Human-Robot Collaboration Ergonomic considerations in automation, human-robot collaboration, and worker safety
Module #23 Case Studies in Automation and Robotics Real-world examples of automation and robotics in manufacturing, success stories, and lessons learned
Module #24 Future of Automation and Robotics Trends and developments in automation and robotics, emerging technologies, and their potential impact
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Automation and Robotics in Manufacturing career
