Preconditions for manufacturing automation in workshops, principles for and qualities by automated machine tools and robots, NC-technology, adaptive control, FMS, computer communication, simulation, monitoring, maintenance, human factors.
MG1018 Production Automation 7.5 credits
This course has been discontinued.
Last planned examination: Spring 2025
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Course syllabus as PDF
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Course syllabus MG1018 (Spring 2009–)Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
After having passed this course the students should have:
- knowledge of preconditions for production automation
- knowledge of components and how they are used to form automated systems for manufacturing and assembly
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
CINEK3IPI or I3 IPI
For single course students:
General admission requirements including documented proficiency in Swedish B and English B or equivalent.
Recommended prerequisites
Equipment
Literature
Course compendium
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- LAB1 - Laboratory Work, 3.8 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 2.2 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
- ÖVN1 - Exercises, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Other requirements for final grade
Exercises (ÖVN1; 1,5 credits), Laboratory work (LAB1; 3,8 credits), Written examination (TEN1; 2,2 credits)
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
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Education cycle
Add-on studies
MG2019 Integrated Production, MG2017 Production - Business - Leadership