Course Description:

This course focuses on the development of the skills and techniques that will prepare students for potential careers in
Advanced Manufacturing as well as provide additional skills for advancement in technical fields. Topics will include:

• Industry certifications and what is required in general to achieve the competencies needed to earn industry certifications.

• Drone construction, programming and applications. Preparation may also include the FAA Part 107 Drone Licensing test prep

• Fundamental use of tools, identification of equipment and general safety

• Use of CNC (Computer Numeric Controlled) programmed mill machines, with robotic arm interactions (SCORBOT ER4u, Motoman GP8) that demonstrate the use of robotic systems in industrial applications. Programming techniques include CNC programming (with an understanding of G-code), and RoboCell programming.

• Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMS) that are used in industrial applications and companies around the globe. Use and application of a CNC Benchmill, Robotic arm on conveyor belt and Laser Engraver will be incorporated to teach students how to program and plan in an industrial setting.

• PLC programming: Students will learn techniques and programming through the use of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) that emphasizes PLC theory and basic programming. Students learn how to program and use PLCs in industrial applications that require electrical control. Numerous industries utilize PLC’s in their equipment and as such, there is a need for trained individuals that know how to work within the PLC environment.