Course Details in 2026/27 Session

Module Title	LM Industrial Automation and Robotics
School	School of Engineering
Department	Mechanical Engineering
Module Code	04 33370
Module Lead	Dr Mozafar Saadat
Level	Masters Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 1
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Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-20 hours Project supervision-8 hours Supervised time in studio/workshop-12 hours Guided independent study-160 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	This module considers the specific concept of design for manufacturing automation including robotic workcell design and integration, robot programming, robot workcell simulation, industrial robot selection based on capability, operational performance, task and environmental suitability and cost. In addition, the concepts of co-operative and collaborative robots will be introduced together with associated sub-systems such as end-effectors (grippers), external sensors, control strategies, parts recognition, parts transfer, and safety systems.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Demonstrate a wide understanding of and apply the principles of systems integration for automation. Critically appraise and evaluate the performance efficiency of an industrial automation system. Design and critically analyse an automated workcell for manufacturing applications.Select industrial robots based on critical parameters. Perform complex simulations of robot operation within a workcell.
Assessment	33370-01 : Coursework : Coursework (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: 100% continuous assessment, comprising: Industrial Automation project (100%) Reassessment: Written coursework (100%) to be submitted during the University's supplementary examination period.
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