SMT 304 - Introduction to Robotics and Automation

(Formerly DMT 304.) CSC 174 or CSC 175 or CSC 179. (4)

Hands-on introduction to fundamental concepts of robotics and automation; comparison and contrasts of robot applications and impact of computer-based systems on tasks. Students gain experience in programming articulated robots for industrial applications, demonstrating knowledge and skills in robotics, robot classifications, robot programming, end-of-arm tooling, safety considerations, automation sensors, robot and system integration, and fundamentals of kinematics. Also listed as EGR 304. Graded ABCDE