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MEE 527 - PLC-based Robotics in Automated Systems

Fundamental concepts and architecture of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), ladder logic programming, and interfacing/integration of sensors, switches, actuators, and other automation components such as a vision system. Case studies of automated systems controlled by PLCs in industry and robotics. Control of a robot system using commercial PLCs.

Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: CSCI 240, and MEE 322 or ELE 380, or consent of department.

Credits: 3