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In the program of MSc ME |
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EC (European Credits): 3 (1 EC concerns a work load of 28 hours) |
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Faculty of Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering |
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Department of Precision and Microsystems Engineering |
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Lecturer 1: Dr. ir. M. Tichem |
Tel.: 015 - 27 81603 / 86581 |
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Lecturer 2: Ir. J.J. L. Neve |
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Catalog data:
Production systems, production automation,
production automation technology, production optimization |
Course year: |
MSc 1st year |
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Course language: |
English |
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In case of
Dutch: Please
contact the lecturer about an English alternative, whenever needed. |
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Semester: |
1A |
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Hours per week: |
4 |
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Other hours: |
0 |
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Assessment: |
Written exam |
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Assessment period: |
1A / 1B |
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(see academic
calendar) |
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Detailed description of topics:
The course explains basic principles, methods
and technologies, required for designing, optimizing and operating production
systems.
More specifically, the following topics are addressed: production and
production systems as part of the value ading chain
and the supply chain; history and trends in production industry; production
automation and automation technology (NC machines, FMS, Industrial Robots); the
role of computer and information technology (CAD/CAPP/CAM, CIM); assembly
process and systems; flexible production; Design For Assembly; Poka Yoke; quality control; Lean Manufacturing. |
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Learning goals:
Gain basic understanding of production systems
as part of the value adding chain and the role of (automation) technologies;
Acquire knowledge to design and analyse production systems, including
the selection of suitable technologies;
Be able to apply methods for production system optimization. |
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