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References
Kochan, A. and Cowan, D. Implementing CIM: Computer Integrated
Manufacturing. Kernston, England, IFS Pub.. 1986
Lockyer, K. Critical Path Analysis and Other Pmjm NeMrk
Techniques. 5th ed, London: Pitman, 1991
Lupton, T. (Ed.) Human Facfofs, Man Machine and New Technology.
Kempston: IFS Publications, 1986
Mortimer, J. (Ed.) Integrated Manufacture Kempston; IFS Publications,
1986
Senker, P. Towards the Automatic Factory? The Need for Training.
Bedford: IFS Publications, 1986
In addition to the above references, the student will be referred to
relevant journal articles and papers
MM625
Machine Systems
No. of hours per week: two hours
Assessment: assignment and examination
A subject in the Graduate Diploma in CIM, Master of
Engineering (CIM) and Master of Technology.
Subject aims and description
The aim of this subject is for students to develop an
understanding of conventional and modern technologies
associated with manufacturing automation.
Sensor technology and drive systems for machine tools:
displacement sensors/transducers - linear, rotary. Velocity
and acceleration transduces. Forces/pressure sensors.
Temperature sensors.
Characteristics of transducers: dynamic properties of
transducers - zero, first and second order transducers;
NOISE.
Drive systems and sensors: the stepping motor. The servo
motor. Analogue and digital transducers: syncro resolver,
optical gratings, shaft encoders, inductosyn.
Adaptive control: adaptive control of machine tools,
parameters used for adaptive control, block diagrams.
Robotics: introduction to robotics - definition,
classifications, specifications. Hardwarekoftware components
in robots. Design of robot and effectors. Robot applications
an overview.
References
Doebelin, E.O. Measurement Systems: Application and Design. 4th
ed, N.Y.: McGraw Hill, 1990
Groover, M.F! Automation, Pmduction Systems and Computer
lntegrated Manufacturing. 2nd ed, Englewood Cliffs, N.J.: Prentice
Hall, 1987
MM626 Advanced Mathematics
No. of hours per week: two hours
Assessment: assignments/examination
A subject in the Graduate Diploma in CIM, Master of
Engineering (CIM) and Master of Technology.
Subject aims and description
This subject aims to develop an undentanding of
mathematical and statistical techniques for computer
applications.
Computational methods: linear algebra with applications to
sparse matrices and three dimensional geometry. Finite
differences methods in ordinary and partial differential
equations.
Vector transformation. Splines and parametric geometry.
References
Burden. R.L., Faires. J.D. and Reynolds, A.C. Numerical Analysis. 2nd
ed, Boston: Prindle, Weber and Schmidt, 1981
Smith, G.D. Numerical Solution of Partial Differential Equations with
Exercise and Wrked Solutions. 3rd ed. Oxford: Clarendon. 1985
MM627
Manufacturing Management Systems
No. of hours per week: two hours
Assessment: assignmentlexamination
A subject in the Graduate Diploma in CIM, Master of
Engineering (CIM) and Master of Technology.
Subject aims and description
This subject aims to provide an understanding of the
manufacturing management systems.
An overview of manufacturing management functions,
organisation, data flow, control etc.
Traditional approaches are followed by an overview of the
current world market characteristics leading to needs for
flexibility in all aspects. Role of technology and approaches
such as MRPll philosophy, just in time, OPT are discussed in
detail.
References
Bedworth, D. and Barley. J. Integrated Production Control Systems:
Management Analysis, Design. 2nd ed. New York: Wiley, 1987
Fogarty, D.W., Hoffman, T.R. and Stanebrakw, W. Production and
Operations Management. Cincinnati, South Western, 1989
Harrington, 1. Understanding the Manufacturing Process: Key to
Successful CAD/CAM Implementation. New York: M. Dekker, 1984
MM628 Control Systems and Devices
No. of hours per week: two hours
Assessment: laboratorylexamination
A subject in the Graduate Diploma in CIM, Master of
Engineering in CIM, Master of Technology.
Subject aims and description
This subject aims to consolidate the students' prior learning
and experience in the application of classical closed loop
control systems; to provide an understanding of those factors
determining stability and dynamic performance; to provide
an appreciation of modern adaptive control theory and
application.
Introduction to closed loop control and applications in
integrated manufacturing. Classical treatment of feedback
control is extended to include the anal~is of non linear
systems.
Applications include chatter and instability in machine tools
and manufacturing processes.
Masters by coursework students are required to complete a
research assignment in the area of modern control of
multivariable processes.
References
Dransfield, P. Systems and Control, Pam 1 and 2. Monash University,
1988
Ogata, K. Modern Contml Engineering. Englewood Cliffs, N.J.:
Prentice-Hall, 1970
Palm, W.J. Control Systems Engineering. New York: Wiley, 1986
MM629 Computers and Interfacing
No. of hours per week: two hours
Assessment: projectlseminar work and
examination
A subject in the Graduate Diploma in CIM, Master of
Engineering (CIM) and Master of Technology.
Subject aims and description
This subject aims to provide a sound understanding of
computer interfacing through data communications
techniques as they apply to manufacturing.
Data conversion from internal to external representation.
Parallel and serial external communications techniques.
Distance limitations, noise induction. RS-232 and RS-449
circuits and problems. Network topologies and protocols.