Robotics and Automation Systems (MCEN90028)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
AIMS
The subject aims to introduce the students to the automation technologies, specifically: robotics and process automation. The use of robots and automated systems in carrying out various tasks will be discussed and the fundamental computational techniques associated with the operation of a robotic manipulator and a general automated system will be introduced. The subject will familiarise the students with the roles, strengths, and capabilities of robotics and automation technologies, as well as how to achieve the said capabilities.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
Robotics (18 hours of lectures and 12 hours of tutorials): manipulator kinematics, including inverse and direct kinematics, manipulator velocity and static forces, trajectory planning, manipulator dynamics, linear control of manipulators and robotic programming.
Artificial Intelligence and Computer Vision (8 hours of lectures and 3 hours of tutorials): Introduction to neural network and vision-based systems in automation.
Networked control and optimization (6 hours of lectures and 3 hours of tutorials): Concepts for the automated factory environment with networked stations and networked control, use of Ethernet, wireless technology and protocols, safety and security issues.
Intended learning outcomes
INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILO)
Having completed this unit the student is expected to have the skills to:
- Analyse and simulate the dynamic performance of robotic manipulators and machine tools
- Undertake a systems analysis for a practical automation system
- Specify software and hardware requirements
- Integrate software, hardware and human components of an automation system
- Make effective use of the relevant research literature.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students should have the following skills:
- Critical thinking and critical judgement of assumptions adopted
- Abstract mathematical reasoning
- Interpretation and analysis of data
- Application of theory to practice
- Ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance
- Ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals
- Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution
- Able to clearly communicate the process and outcomes of a technical investigation.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELEN90055 | Control Systems |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Plus ONE of the following -
MCEN90024
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCEN30014 | Mechanical Design | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ELEN90053 | Electronic System Design | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MCEN30019 | Mechatronic Systems Design | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
- One 2 hour end of semester written examination (40%), assesses ILOs 1 to 5
- Group and individual projects, assignments and lab reports of equal weight (not exceeding 5000 words each) (60% total). Requiring approximately 75 - 80 hours of work per student in total. Assesses ILOs 1 to 5.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Denny Oetomo Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36 hours of lectures, 24 hours of tutorials and laboratory work. Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 24 July 2017 to 22 October 2017 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2017 Census date 31 August 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2017 Assessment period ends 17 November 2017 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
200 hours
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
- Subject notes
LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
The subject will be delivered through a combination of lectures and tutorials. The tutorials will initially cover the exercises to complement the lecture material. When a level of proficiency is attained, the subject will further focus on the discussion of the design of an automation system. The students will also engage in three assignments throughout the subject.
INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES
Students will have access to lecture notes, lecture slides, tutorials, tutorial solutions and assignments on the LMS site.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Doctor of Philosophy - Engineering Course Master of Philosophy - Engineering Course Ph.D.- Engineering Specialisation (formal) Mechatronics Specialisation (formal) Mechanical with Business Informal specialisation Master of Engineering (Mechanical with Business) Specialisation (formal) Mechanical Informal specialisation Master of Engineering (Mechanical) Informal specialisation Master of Engineering (Mechatronics) - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
Last updated: 3 November 2022