UUSI Robotics (4op)

Osaamistavoitteet

After completing the course, the student is familiar with different types of industrial robots. They are able to examine a robot and its use as part of factory automation. The student understands the structure, characteristics, coordinate systems, and auxiliary equipment used in industrial robots. The student is capable of handling and programming robots from multiple manufacturers using both online and offline programming methods. In addition, they are able to independently utilize mobile robots. The student masters the basics of robot cell design and is able to select an industrial robot and its accessories according to the requirements of a specific application.

Sisältö

- Robot types (different types of robots and their application areas)
- Mechanical structure of an industrial robot (kinematics and constraints)
- Control systems (functions and operation of robot controllers)
- Characteristics (e.g., payload, reach, accuracy)
- Coordinate systems (purpose and use of coordinate systems in programming)
- Key robot accessories (grippers and other end-effectors, material-handling devices)
- Basic programming (motion commands, I/O commands, program structure and execution)
- Parametric programming (implementing dynamic programs using parameters)
- Online and offline programming (benefits and use cases of different programming methods)
- Safety (machine safety standards and regulations related to robotics)
- Laboratory exercises:
– Online and offline programming of the most well-known robot brands in various industrial applications
– Features and programming of collaborative robots; mobile robotics applications and programming
– Application of machine vision, force sensing, and other sensor technologies in robotics
– Use of artificial intelligence in robot programming

Esitietovaatimukset

No mandatory preliminary courses, but general programming skills makes it easier to complete the course.

Arviointikriteerit, tyydyttävä (1)

The student identifies the key types of industrial robots and describes the basic principles of an industrial robot’s mechanical structure and kinematics. The student programs robots using basic motion commands and carries out simple online or offline tasks according to the instructor’s instructions. The student understands the fundamental role of coordinate systems in robot programming.

Arviointikriteerit, hyvä (3)

The student analyses the suitability of different robot types for various industrial applications and justifies their choices. The student applies an understanding of the robot’s kinematic structure in programming and task execution. The student programs and simulates robots independently in both online and offline environments and demonstrates an understanding of the dynamic behavior of robot programs. The student is able to apply sensors and machine vision in different robotics applications. The student masters the fundamental principles of robot cell design.

Arviointikriteerit, kiitettävä (5)

The student evaluates different robot types and their accessories comprehensively and application-specifically, taking into account the overall process, safety, quality, and efficiency. The student analyses industrial robot kinematics in depth and applies this knowledge in programming. The student is capable of creating comprehensive online and offline robot programs that include parametric solutions and dynamic processing of sensor data. The student demonstrates independent, goal-oriented, and proactive work in laboratory environments and is able to assess their own competence and development needs.