Version 1.0, August 31, 2001, Copyright, Hugh Jack 1993-2001
· The following tutorials can be used to explore various technologies that support integrated manufacturing.
· Some tutorials depend upon other support materials that you will have access to throughout the semester. Many of these are manuals that have come with the software/hardware.
Course Name: Integrated Manufacturing Systems
Academic Unit: Padnos School of Engineering
Class/Lab Times: 3-6pm - Mon, Thurs in EC612
Description: An introduction to the integration of machines and processes into
manufacturing systems. Topics include methods for interconnecting and
networking devices, organizing functional groupings such as cells,
production lines, material flow, collecting and organizing
production data. The technical issues involved in implementing
various control schemes will be presented. Laboratory.
office hours: 10-11am Mon, Wed, Thurs
web: http://claymore.engineer.gvsu.edu
Textbook: Jack, H. EGR474 Integrated Manufacturing Systems Course Notes, Grand
Software: AutoCAD, Netscape Communicator, FTP/Telnet
RSLogix Programming Software, Labview, C/C++ programming software,
Linux, Windows NT, Postgres SQL, etc.
Goals: When done the student should be able to design, and implement an
integrated manufacturing system. This will be done by classroom
and laboratory exploration of flexible automation devices. In the
laboratory work there will be a constant effort to integrate sub-
systems into a larger framework. The course will conclude with a
Instruction Methods: Lecture, discussion, laboratories, assignments and projects.
1. C, C++ and/or Java programming
2. Manufacturing control systems (or electrical)
4. Production scheduling and control
5. Computer applications and programming
6. Linear algebra, trig., calculus, differential equations, etc.
Topics: (Topics 12-13 will be covered if time permits)
1. Multitasking, multiuser operating systems
2. Review of C and C++ programming
4. Communications and Networking
5. Interfacing to serial devices (with RS-232)
6. Robot programming and interfacing
7. CNC Equipment programming and interfacing
8. Material Handling Systems programming and interfacing
9. Interprocess and intercomputer communication (with TCP/IP)
11. Flexible Manufacturing Systems
Grading: Tests/Assignments 20%
Tests and assignments will be given at natural points during the term as new
material is covered. Laboratory work will be assigned to reinforce lecture
material and expose the student to practical aspects of automated
manufacturing. A final project, involving construction, will be assigned and
demonstrated later in the term. Marks will be assigned based on a combination
of performance and report. A final examination will be given to conclude the
work, and test the students global comprehension of the material. A final
presentation and report is required.