Programmable Automation Technologies
Course Information
Subject
ARM
Course Number
226
Division
Status
Active
Course Title
Programmable Automation Technologies
Course Description
This course covers manufacturing technologies, including CNC, CAM, and the use of microcontrollers. The section on CNC includes an introduction to CNC design, commands, and general algorithms. The CAM section explains the use of NC, APT, parametric definitions, and tool geometry. The microcontroller section focuses on microcontroller integration with other electronic elements in a system. The course culminates with the instruction of Assembly Language programming. This course is one of the courses required for the Siemens Level 2 certification in mechatronics.
Minimum Credit Hours
3
Maximum Credit Hours
3
Total Completions Allowed for Credit
1
Lecture - Lab Hours
(2-2)
Requirements
Prerequisite: MTH 117 (C or better) or appropriate score on the math placement test or Math ACT of 28 or higher or Math SAT of 640 or higher AND ARM 133 and ARM 176 and ARM 193 and ARM 198 (all C or better). Course fee.
PCS Code
1.2