Programming Language
Programming Language
points
Language of instruction English
Unit running the Institute of Machine Tools & Production Engineering I-8,
program
Form of classes and Semester Lec. Tut. Lab. Proj. Sem. Credit
number of hours points
8 – summer 15 - 30 - - 3
Learning outcomes The objective of the course is to obtain a clear understanding of programming methods
for numerically controlled manufacturing equipment. The ability to programming of
industrial robots, numerically controlled machine tools. Machine tools programming
using CAD/CAM software: SolidEdge, EdgeCam, MTS CNC-CAD/CAM. Programming
of technological appliances with the use of Programmable Logic Controllers - PLC. Skills
in manual and computer-assisted manufacturing data preparation and process
programming.
Prerequisites Computer Aided Design - code 206, Manufacturing Technology I - code: 239,
Manufacturing Technology II - code 321.
Form of assessment The final mark is an average of a lecture-examination and laboratory assessments.
Basic reference materials 1. Clements-Jewery K., Jeffcoat W.: The PLC Workbook. Programmable Logic
Controllers made easy. Prentice Hall, Hemel Hempstead, 1996.
2. Blume C., Wilfried J.: Programming Languages for Inducstrial Robots, Springer-
Verlag, 1986.
3. Frank N., Tony U., Derek M.: The CNC workbook: an introduction to computer
numerical control - Reading, Mass.: Addison-Wesley Pub. Co., 1995.
Other reference 1. Hugh Jack: Automating Manufacturing Systems with PLCs,
materials http://claymore.engineer.gvsu.edu/~jackh/books.html
2. Hugh Jack: Integration and Automation of Manufacturing Systems,
http://claymore.engineer.gvsu.edu/~jackh/books.html