Courses taught at Hocking College
Fall semester
ROB 1010 - Intro to Industrial Robotics (Fanuc HandlingTool Operations &Programming)
This course provides comprehensive training in setup, programming, recording, and troubleshooting on a Fanuc HandlingTool software package. It will cover the robot operations outline intermixed with the tasks required to setup the HandlingTool application, test, run, and refine the program and production setup. The course will consist of lectures, demonstrations, and a series of hands-on lab activities. The course materials and learning outcomes will be in compliance with the requests of Fanuc credentials. Upon the successful completion of the course, a certificate with Fanuc logo will be issued.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to perform the following:
Identify the components that make up a robot system including servo motors, serial pulse coders andcontrollers etc.
Identify major and minor axes.
Power on the robot system.
Perform the iPendant operations and navigate the iPendant with it switches and keys.
View positional date.
Perform the file and image backup and restore.
Set up robot axis limits.
Set up robot payload.
Verify mastering.
Recover from common program and robot faults.
Create Tool, User and Jog frames and jog the robot.
Create, edit and execute a program.
Record and touchup positions in a program.
Properly select elements that describe a motion instruction.
Monitor, force and simulate the I/O signals.
Program using branching instructions such as LBL/Jump and Call etc.
Program using data registers and wait instructions.
Program using position register instructions.
Create and execute Macros.
Backup and restore individual programs files
This course provides students with a broad and fundamental understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers. Hands-on instruction and industrial-type applications of PLCs requiring relay ladder logic control and study of automated manufacturing and the functions of PLCs in an industrial environment will be provided.
Engaging student materials, classroom discussions, lab exercises using state-of-the-art equipment, and supplemental videos, podcasts, web links, and demonstrations, combine to give students a highly interactive classroom experience. The variety of learning resources and integrated activities in this class will give students a solid foundation with automated systems and prepare them for more advanced automation-related courses.
Course Learning Objectives:
Installing Micro850TM controllers, plug-in and expansion I/O modules, and power supplies
Wiring Micro850TM controllers and power supplies
Installing and wiring input and output devices to Micro850TM controller
Establishing EtherNet/IPTM communication and validating Micro850TM controller firmware
Creating a new connected components workbenchTM project
Configuring plug-in and expansion I/O modules for Micro850TM controller
Organizing functional specification for Micro850TM controller
Programming Micro850TM controllers using basic ladder diagrams
Programming Micro850TM controllers using basic ladder with Boolean instruction
Programming Micro850TM controllers using ladder diagrams with data conversion, arithmetic, and comparator instruction
Programming Micro850TM controllers using ladder diagrams with counter and timer instructions
Programming Micro850TM controllers using function block diagrams
Programming Micro850TM controllers using structured text
Isolating the problem when troubleshooting with Mirco850TM controllers
Troubleshooting inputs and outputs of Mirco850TM controllers
Troubleshooting Mirco850TM controllers and power supplies
GER 2010 Introduction to Pneumatic & Hydraulic Systems
This is an introductory course targeted to students pursuing a technician-level career path. It presents the fundamentals of this subject with extensive coverage of both hydraulic and pneumatic systems. s details on the design and operation of hydraulic and pneumatic components, circuits, and systems.
Basic mathematical formulas and fundamental physics principles are presented in the context of component operation, fostering an understanding of the scientific principles involved in fluidpower.
Heavily illustrated with attractive illustrations to engage students and to clearly communicatecomplex systems, components, and processes.
Rigorous assessment offerings allow students to reinforce their knowledge of chapter content and extend learning.
Upon completion of this course, the learner is able to do the following:
Be able to analyze fluid power systems with respect to performance, power consumption and controllability
Be able to apply static calculations of fluid power components and systems
Have knowledge about component functions and component characteristics in the field of fluidpower
Have knowledge of measurements on components and systems
AMD 1107 - Computer Aided Design
Computer Aided Design (CAD) or AutoCAD provides complete instruction for mastering fundamental AutoCAD commands and drawing techniques. The course provides comprehensive coverage of AutoCAD 2D drafting and design. Topics are presented in an easy-to-understand sequence, building upon prior topic knowledge.
Course Learning Objectives:
This course will ultimate guide to AutoCAD, whether you’re seeking certification or just looking to draw:
Get acquainted with the workspace and basic drafting tools
Gain greater control of your drawings with hatches, fields, fills, dynamic blocks, and curves
Explore the 3D modeling and imaging tools that bring your drawing to life
Customize AutoCAD to the way you work, integrate it with other software, and more.
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
Demonstrate basic concepts of the AutoCAD software
Apply basic concepts to develop construction techniques
Save drawings in different formats
Set up software parameters
Understand and demonstrate dimensioning concepts and techniques
Create 3 dimensional solids and create multi-views from these models
Become familiar with Solid Modeling concepts and techniques.
AMD 1101 - Mechanical Design Mechanical Design (SolidWorks)
The course introduces new users to the SolidWorks interface, SolidWorks tools, and basic modeling techniques. It provides students with a strong understanding of SolidWorks and covers the creation of parts, assemblies, and drawings. Every lesson and exercise in the course was created based on a real-world project. Each of these projects has been broken down and developed into easy steps.
This course will ultimate guide to SolidWorks, whether you’re seeking certification or just looking to draw:
Get acquainted with the workspace and basic drafting tools
Explore the 3D modeling and imaging tools that bring your drawing to life
Customize SolidWorks to the way you work, integrate it with other software, and more.
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
Understand SolidWorks concepts
Identify drawing having first angle and third angle projections
Identify users for varying line types
Match basic dimensioning symbols
Create sweeps and blends
Create 3D models from sketches
Create holes, shell, round, chamfer, and draft
Create simple sheets metal part models
Create datum plains, axis, and points
Create an additive manufacturing component from a 3D model
Measure and inspect models
BUS 2103 - Lean Black Belt
Lean Black Belt is a confirmation of your ability to manage improvement projects often spanning value streams made up of multiple departments and functions. Successfully working with a team of subject matter experts to apply Lean principles, tools, and methods to solve problems, eliminate waste and constraints to flow, and improve processes. As a Black Belt, you are also able to assist senior management in developing and implementing a highly-customized enterprise deployment of Lean
In this course, students will learn to:
Promote the use of data collection and analysis for process improvement, ongoing process and risk management, and decision-making.
Assist senior management in developing, planning, and executing Lean deployment strategy.
Promote “Lean Thinking” across the organization, including coaching and training of managers, Lean Green Belts, and project team members in Lean principles, tools, and methods.
Leverage a wide range of Lean tools and methods to identify, plan, and execute Lean improvement projects spanning end-to-end value streams and multiple departments.
Apply the Lean body of Knowledge (“Lean BoK”) to improvement projects, coaching, training, strategic planning and other areas of responsibility
Apply appropriate methods and tools to manage the impact of change associated with Lean transformation and related improvement projects.
Acknowledge and, where possible, quantify the environmental benefits of process improvement initiatives and a resulting reduction in waste and emissions
Spring semester
ROB 1020 - Robotics Programming (Fanuc iRVision Operation and Programming - 2D)
This course covers the basic tasks and procedures required for an operator, technician, engineer, or programmer to set up, teach, test, and modify iRVision applications. The course will consist of lectures, demonstrations, and a series of hands-on lab activities. The course materials and learning outcomes will be in compliance with the requests of Fanuc credentials. Upon the successful completion of the course, a certificate with Fanuc logo will be issued.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to perform the following:
View and/or change robot and computer parameters to facilitate access to the robot’s web page
Setup a camera
Perform an inspection vision process
Understand basic vision concepts and lighting
Master a robot using vision mastering
Create tool frame for the robot applicator
Create user frames necessary for use with the vision system
Calibrate a camera
Setup a 2D single-view vision process
Program the robot to respond to vision results
ROB 2020 - Advanced Robotics Applications
This course provides procedures for creating a Handling PRO virtual workcell. When completed, the workcell created will contain a FANUC robot with end-of-arm tooling, one or more fixtures for holding a part, and a robot TPP Program which moves the part from one fixture to the other.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to perform the following:
Create a new workcell
Edit the robot properties
Add a part and object to the workcell
Ass End-of-arm Tooling to the robot
Add a pick fixture to the workcell
Add a place fixture to the workcell
Create a robot program
Create a program using Draw features on part
Run the program
Use Task Profiler to analyze program run
Create a program to pick and place random parts
Create an AVI of the workcell
Add a second robot to the workcell
Setup extended axis and add 2nd and 3rd motion group, then create machine for 7thaxis and motion groups
ROB 2650 - Advanced Manufacturing Capstone
This course gives students a chance to implement a solution for a real-world problem based on the content you learned from the courses in your Advanced Manufacturing specialization. It will also give students a chance to use mathematical and programming methods that researchers use in advanced manufacturing labs.
Advanced Manufacturing program must demonstrate that their students attain the following outcomes:
an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic
an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
an ability to communicate effectively
global, economic, environmental, and societal context
a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
Engineering Analysis with SOLIDWORKS Simulation goes beyond the standard software manual Its unique approach concurrently introduces students to the SOLIDWORKS Simulation software and the fundamentals of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) through hands-on exercises. A number of projects are presented using commonly used parts to illustrate the analysis features of SOLIDWORKS Simulation. Each lesson is designed to build on the skills, experiences, and understanding gained from the previous chapters.
Upon completion of this course, the learner is able to do the following:
Linear static analysis of parts and assemblies
Contact stress analysis3. Frequency (modal) analysis
Buckling analysis
Thermal analysis
Drop test analysis
Nonlinear analysis
Dynamic analysis
Random vibration analysis
h and p adaptive solution methods
Modeling techniques
Implementation of FEA in the design process
Management of FEA projects
FEA terminology
EE 1126 - Electricity
This course will provide students with an understanding of AC and DC drives, including basic configuring, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting using a HIM or HMI.
Students will identify basic components common to industrial drive applications and then observe those components in action by operating a workstation with an AC drive and motor. In addition, students will explore the drive function by setting up drive parameters and controlling the speed and direction of a motor. Students will also compare the characteristics of AC and DC drives in various examples of real-world applications.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to perform the following:
Understand and define basic electrical terms such as resistance, voltage, current, conducted, short, open etc.
Define the relationships among the fundamental physical quantities of work, energy, power, and electrical charge.
Identify practical electrical components and articulate how that component functions are the context of the circuit.
Determine the ohmic value of a resister, given its color coded marking, coded marking or stamped value and determine component minimum and maximum value limits.
Express units of measure using symbols and prefixes to represent quantities properly.
Properly select and use tools to measure and record current, voltage and resistance properties in a basic electrical circuit.
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