ELT2180 Process Control

Intermediate · 1 credit · TMT - Trades, Manufacturing and Transportation

Description: Students develop skills in robotics/simulation software control by creating, modifying and using programs that incorporate computer-controlled movements and events in robotics/simulation activities and applications.
Prerequisite: None
Parameters: Access to appropriate computer equipment, software and support materials.

Outcomes The student will:

1 demonstrate basic electronic process control software competence
2 explain the theory and processes used to control a robot and/or other simulation
- 2.1 describe the types of tasks robots perform
- 2.2 diagram a basic robot, labelling components including the controller
- 2.3 describe the functions of labelled components
- 2.4 explain the processes used to control robots
- 2.5 give examples of the types of software used to instruct the controller
- 2.6 give an example of when it would be feasible to use a robot over a human to perform a task
- 2.7 give an example of when it would be feasible to use a human over a robot to perform a task
- 2.8 explain how robotics affect society now and will affect society in the future
3 construct a robot or cause a robot to function, as intended, through computer control
- 3.1 design and implement a robotics and/or other computer simulation by following a procedure to:
  - 3.1.1 identify software and application(s)
  - 3.1.2 determine and design algorithm parameters
  - 3.1.3 collect required support resources
  - 3.1.4 input data
  - 3.1.5 apply animation or robotics software commands
  - 3.1.6 load, create, customize and modify robotics or a simulation files(s)
- 3.2 demonstrate animation/robotic capability by:
  - 3.2.1 displaying, printing and/or exporting animation or a robotics file(s)
- 3.3 use commands and functions to control a robot(s) in teacher-specified exercises
4 apply appropriate work station routines consistently
- 4.1 apply efficient work station positions and routines that encourage:
  - 4.1.1 good health and safety; e.g., posture, positioning of hardware and furniture
  - 4.1.2 security for hardware, software, supplies and personal work
5 demonstrate basic competencies
- 5.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
  - 5.1.1 communicate
  - 5.1.2 manage information
  - 5.1.3 use numbers
  - 5.1.4 think and solve problems
- 5.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
  - 5.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
  - 5.2.2 be responsible
  - 5.2.3 be adaptable
  - 5.2.4 learn continuously
  - 5.2.5 work safely
- 5.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
  - 5.3.1 work with others
  - 5.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
6 identify possible life roles related to the skills and content of this cluster
- 6.1 recognize and then analyze the opportunities and barriers in the immediate environment
- 6.2 identify potential resources to minimize barriers and maximize opportunities