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MG1018 Production Automation 7.5 credits

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Course syllabus as PDF

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Course syllabus MG1018 (Spring 2009–)
Headings with content from the Course syllabus MG1018 (Spring 2009–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )

Content and learning outcomes

Course contents

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.

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.

Literature

Course compendium

Examination and completion

Grading scale

A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Examination

  • ÖVN1 - Exercises, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
  • TEN1 - Examination, 2.2 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
  • LAB1 - Laboratory Work, 3.8 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.

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

Other requirements for final grade

Exercises (ÖVN1; 1,5 credits), Laboratory work (LAB1; 3,8 credits), Written examination (TEN1; 2,2 credits)

Examiner

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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

Course room in Canvas

Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.

Offered by

ITM/Production Engineering

Main field of study

Mechanical Engineering, Technology

Education cycle

First cycle