END 317 - Computer Integrated Manufacturing Systems

The primary objective of this course is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts, tools, and methods of computer-integrated manufacturing and production systems, while developing their professional and analytical competencies through an integrated approach that bridges theoretical knowledge with practical applications.

Introduction to Computer-Integrated Manufacturing, Computer-Aided Database Systems, Network Communications, Evolution of Computer Systems, Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing, Concurrent Engineering, QFD, Taguchi and FMEA, Computer-Aided Process Planning, Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) and CNC Programming, PLC, Material Handling Systems, Robotics, Production Planning and Control, Just-In-Time Manufacturing.

• Groover, M. P. (2015). Automation, Production Systems, and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing (4th ed.). Pearson.
• Groover, M. P., & Zimmers, E. W. (1984). CAD/CAM: Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing. Prentice-Hall.
• Rao, P. N. (2010). CAD/CAM: Principles and Applications (3rd ed.). McGraw-Hill Education.

1. A term project is assigned, involving group work, focusing on the research, analysis, and optimization of the production systems of a selected company, covering all the topics of the term.

2. At the end of the term, groups are expected to give a presentation in front of the class.