Research Project in Automation and Digital Manufacturing
Description
In this module, students will conduct a research project in the field of automation and digital manufacturing. They will define a problem in industry that can be solved by automation and digital manufacturing. They will then measure and analyse the impact of the problem. Using their literature review to identify emerging technologies in automation and digital manufacturing, they will then design or re-design the manufacturing process.
Learning Outcomes
Develop knowledge and understanding of mathematics, sciences, engineering science and technologies underpinning Automation and digital Manufacturing.
Apply their knowledge of new developments in the field of Automation and Digital Manufacturing to improve the quality, productivity, efficiency, sustainability and/ or ergonomics of a process.
Design of a novel manufacturing system or process using analysis and interpretation.
Design and conduct experiments to validate their design.
Identify, formulate, analyse and solve complex engineering problems.
Combine their knowledge of process improvement methods and standards to design processes in compliance with regulatory frameworks.
Conduct research on advanced topics in automation, robotics and digital manufacturing to improve efficiency and improve data driven decision-making.
Propose novel solutions and act as a change agent to support the transition to industry 4.0.
Conduct research to fill self-identified gaps in their own knowledge of automation and Digital Manufacturing.
Apply high standards in the practice of engineering, including the responsibilities of the engineering profession towards people and the environment.