Industrial Robotic Systems

Unit Outline (Higher Education)

Level of Unit in Course

AQF Level(s) of Course

Level of Unit in Course

Introductory

Intermediate

Effective Term:

2024/05

Institute / School :

Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability

Unit Title:

Industrial Robotic Systems

Unit ID:

ENGIN4401

Credit Points:

15.00

Prerequisite(s):

(ENGIN3406 or ENMTX4010)

Co-requisite(s):

Nil

Exclusion(s):

(ENMTX3070)

ASCED:

030101

Other Change:

Brief description of the Unit

This unit introduces students to the industrial robotic systems with a focuses on designing and building robotic manufacturing cells, and explores the capabilities of current industrial equipment as well as the latest computer and software technologies. Further, attention is given to the input devices and systems that create efficient human-machine interfaces, and how they help non-technical personnel perform necessary programming, control, and supervision tasks. Selection of robot systems working envelopes, sensitivity, accuracy, etc. will be discussed.

Grade Scheme:

Graded (HD, D, C, P, MF, F, XF)

Work Experience Indicator:

No work experience

Placement Component:

Supplementary Assessment:Yes

Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment

Course Level:

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of the unit the students are expected to be able to:

Knowledge:

K1.	Explain common terminologies and conventions in industrial robotic systems.

K2.	Explain the most important concepts in the selection of robotic systems.

K3.	Understand the theories and mathematics underpinning the mobility of robot systems.

Skills:

S1.	Design of industrial robotic systems.

S2.	Mathematical modelling of industrial robotic systems.

S3.	Use of mathematical tools for design and control of industrial robotic systems.

Application of knowledge and skills:

A1.	Integrate knowledge for design and development of industrial robotic systems.

A2.	Apply theories to analyse industrial robotic systems.

A3.	Design industrial robotic systems for mechatronic applications such as manufacturing automation.

Unit Content:

•The current industrial robotic equipment including manipulators, control systems, and programming environments.
•Software interfaces that can be used to develop distributed industrial manufacturing cells and techniques which can be used to build interfaces between robots and computers.

Graduate Attributes:

	Learning Outcomes Assessed	Assessment Tasks	Assessment Type	Weighting
1.	S1-S3, A1-A3	Understanding of principles and mathematics involved.	Laboratory and tutorials	10 - 30%
2.	S1-S3, A1-A3	To verify the gradual understanding of concepts.	Assignments	20 - 40%
3.	K1-K3, A1-A3	Questions and problems for the unit content.	Exams / Tests	40 - 60%

Adopted Reference Style:

Other (IEEE-Refer to the library website for more information.)

Professional Standards / Competencies:

Standard / Competency

Engineers Australia - Stage 1 (Professional): 2017 accreditation & AQF

Attribute			Assessed	Level
1 Knowledge and Skill Base
	1.1 Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
		1.1.1 Engages with the engineering discipline at a phenomenological level, applying sciences and engineering fundamentals to systematic investigation, interpretation, analysis and innovative solution of complex problems and broader aspects of engineering practice.	Yes	Advanced
	1.2 Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
		1.2.1 Develops and fluently applies relevant investigation analysis, interpretation, assessment, characterisation, prediction, evaluation, modelling, decision making, measurement, knowledge management and communication tools and techniques pertinent to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
	1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
		1.3.1 Proficiently applies advanced technical knowledge and skills in at least one specialist practice domain of the engineering discipline.	Yes	Intermediate
	1.4 Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
		1.4.1 Identifies and critically appraises current developments, advanced technologies, emerging issues and interdisciplinary linkages in at least one specialist practice domain of the engineering discipline.	No	Intermediate
		1.4.2 Interprets and applies selected research literature to inform engineering application in at least one specialist domain of the engineering discipline.	Yes	Intermediate
	1.5 Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
		1.5.1 Identifies and understands the interactions between engineering systems and people in the social, cultural, environmental, commercial, legal and political contexts in which they operate, including both the positive role of engineering in sustainable development and the potentially adverse impacts of engineering activity in the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
		1.5.2 Is aware of the founding principles of human factors relevant to the engineering discipline.	No	Intermediate
		1.5.3 Is aware of the fundamentals of business and enterprise management.	No	Intermediate
		1.5.5 Appreciates the issues associated with international engineering practice and global operating contexts.	No	Intermediate
	1.6 Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.
		1.6.1 Applies systematic principles of engineering design relevant to the engineering discipline.	No	Advanced
		1.6.2 Appreciates the basis and relevance of standards and codes of practice, as well as legislative and statutory requirements applicable to the engineering discipline.	No	Intermediate
		1.6.3 Appreciates the principles of safety engineering, risk management and the health and safety responsibilities of the professional engineer, including legislative requirements applicable to the engineering discipline.	No	Intermediate
		1.6.4 Appreciates the social, environmental and economic principles of sustainable engineering practice.	Yes	Advanced
		1.6.5 Understands the fundamental principles of engineering project management as a basis for planning, organising and managing resources.	Yes	Advanced
2 Engineering Application Ability
	2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
		2.1.1 Identifies, discerns and characterises salient issues, determines and analyses causes and effects, justifies and applies appropriate simplifying assumptions, predicts performance and behaviour, synthesises solution strategies and develops substantiated conclusions.	Yes	Intermediate
		2.1.3 Competently addresses engineering problems involving uncertainty, ambiguity, imprecise information and wide-ranging and sometimes conflicting technical and non-technical factors.	Yes	Advanced
		2.1.6 Critically reviews and applies relevant standards and codes of practice underpinning the engineering discipline and nominated specialisations.	Yes	Advanced
		2.1.9 Investigates complex problems using research-based knowledge and research methods.	Yes	Intermediate
	2.2 Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
		2.2.6 Designs and conducts experiments, analyses and interprets result data and formulates reliable conclusions.	Yes	Intermediate
3 Professional and Personal Attributes
	3.3 Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
		3.3.1 Applies creative approaches to identify and develop alternative concepts, solutions and procedures, appropriately challenges engineering practices from technical and non-technical viewpoints; identifies new technological opportunities.	Yes	Advanced
	3.4 Professional use and management of information.
		3.4.3 Is aware of common document identification, tracking and control procedures.	Yes	Advanced
	3.5 Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
		3.5.1 Demonstrates commitment to critical self-review and performance evaluation against appropriate criteria as a primary means of tracking personal development needs and achievements.	No	Intermediate
		3.5.2 Understands the importance of being a member of a professional and intellectual community, learning from its knowledge and standards, and contributing to their maintenance and advancement.	No	Intermediate
		3.5.3 Demonstrates commitment to life-long learning and professional development.	No	Intermediate
		3.5.4 Manages time and processes effectively, prioritises competing demands to achieve personal, career and organisational goals and objectives.	No	Intermediate
		3.5.5 Thinks critically and applies an appropriate balance of logic and intellectual criteria to analysis, judgment and decision making.	Yes	Advanced
		3.5.6 Presents a professional image in all circumstances, including relations with clients, stakeholders, as well as with professional and technical colleagues across wide ranging disciplines.	Yes	Advanced
	3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership.
		3.6.1 Understands the fundamentals of team dynamics and leadership.	Yes	Advanced
		3.6.2 Functions as an effective member or leader of diverse engineering teams, including those with multilevel, multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural dimensions.	Yes	Advanced
		3.6.3 Earns the trust and confidence of colleagues through competent and timely completion of tasks.	Yes	Advanced
		3.6.4 Recognises the value of alternative and diverse viewpoints, scholarly advice and the importance of professional networking.	Yes	Advanced
		3.6.5 Confidently pursues and discerns expert assistance and professional advice.	Yes	Intermediate
		3.6.6 Takes initiative and fulfils the leadership role whilst respecting the agreed roles of others.	Yes	Advanced