ENGI75245
ABB Robotics Programming
Sheridan
 
  I: Administrative Information   II: Course Details   III: Topical Outline(s)  Printable Version
 

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Section I: Administrative Information
  Total hours: 36.0
Credit Value: 3.0
Credit Value Notes: N/A
Effective: Spring/Summer 2023
Prerequisites: N/A
Corequisites: N/A
Equivalents: N/A
Pre/Co/Equiv Notes: N/A

Program(s): Robotics and Industrial Applic
Program Coordinator(s): N/A
Course Leader or Contact: N/A
Version: 20230508_01
Status: Approved (APPR)

Section I Notes: Access to course materials and assignments will be available on Sheridan's Learning and Teaching Environment (SLATE). Students will need reliable access to a computer and the internet.

 
 
Section II: Course Details

Detailed Description
In this course, learners will study the fundamentals of ABB Robotics systems to develop the skills necessary to operate and program ABB robots. Through hands-on training during on-site labs, learners will run the robot systems in manual and automatic mode. Learners will load, create, save, delete, check and edit programs. They will also create input and output instructions, apply decision-making instructions, use Teach Pendant device communication instructions to interact with the robot, and utilize work objects for position reference. Learners will also explore the fundamentals of offline programming using ABB RobotStudio software.

Program Context

 
Robotics and Industrial Applic Program Coordinator(s): N/A
Engineering, Sciences, and Environment Robotics and Industrial Applications Micro-Credential Coordinator: CAPS (with Andy Alubaidy)?


Course Critical Performance and Learning Outcomes

  Critical Performance:
By the end of this course, learners will be able to operate ABB robots utilized in industrial applications by creating a program that fits industrial applications of the robots and by troubleshooting to address errors.
 
Learning Outcomes:

To achieve the critical performance, students will have demonstrated the ability to:

  1. Implement safety procedures as they pertain to the robot system and lab environment.
  2. Identify the different components of the robotic system.
  3. Understand robotic coordinate systems and different frame types.
  4. Create and define a tool center point using the 4-point method.
  5. Utilize movement instructions in a robotics program.
  6. Use input and output instructions in a program to communicate with integrated systems.
  7. Identify the different aspects of using routines and routine instructions in robotic applications.
  8. Apply decision-making instructions in a robotics program.
  9. Create and use work objects for position reference.
  10. Troubleshoot and design a robotics station and use offline and online programming in the RobotStudio environment.

Evaluation Plan
Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:

 Evaluation Plan: IN-CLASS
 Project 1 (in-class)15.0%
 Project 2 (in-class)15.0%
 Project 3 (in-class)15.0%
 Project 4 (in-class)15.0%
 Project 5 (in-class)15.0%
 Test in Slate (3 attempts)25.0%
Total100.0%

Evaluation Notes and Academic Missed Work Procedure:
To encourage behaviours that will help students to be successful in the workplace and to ensure that students receive credit for their individual work, the following rules apply to every course offered within the Faculty of Continuing and Professional Studies. 1. Students are responsible for staying abreast of test dates and times, as well as due dates and any special instructions for submitting assignments and projects as supplied to the class by the professor. 2. Students must write all tests at the specified date and time. Missed tests, in-class/online activities, assignments and presentations are awarded a mark of zero. If an extension or make-up opportunity is approved by the professor as outlined below, the mark of zero may be revised by subsequent performance. The penalty for late submission of written assignments is a loss of 10% per day for up to five business days (excluding weekends and statutory holidays), after which, a grade of zero is assigned. Business days include any day that the college is open for business, whether the student has scheduled classes that day or not. 3. Students who miss a test or in-class/online activity or assignment or fail to submit an assignment on time due to exceptional circumstances are required to notify their professor in advance of the class whenever possible. A make-up test may be supplied for students who provide an acceptable explanation of their absence and/or acceptable documentation explaining their absence (e.g., a medical certificate). All make-up tests are to be written at a time and place specified by the professor upon the student¿s return. Alternately, students may be given an opportunity to earn the associated marks by having a subsequent test count for the additional marks. Exceptional circumstances may result in a modification of due dates for assignments. 4. Unless otherwise specified, assignments and projects must be submitted at the date and time specified by the instructor. 5. Students must complete every assignment as an individual effort, unless the professor specifies otherwise. 6. Since there may be instances of grade appeal or questions regarding the timely completion of assignments and/or extent of individual effort, etc., students are strongly advised to keep, and make available to their professor, if requested, a copy of all assignments and working notes until the course grade has been finalized. 7. There will be no resubmission of work unless this has been previously agreed to or suggested by the professor. 8. Students must submit all assignments in courses with practical lab and field components in order to pass the course.

Provincial Context
The course meets the following Ministry of Colleges and Universities requirements:


 

Essential Employability Skills
Essential Employability Skills emphasized in the course:

  • Communication Skills - Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication.
  • Critical Thinking & Problem Solving - Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.
  • Information Management - Locate, select, organize and document information using appropriate technology and information systems.
  • Interpersonal Skills - Show respect for the diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of others.
  • Numeracy - Execute mathematical operations accurately.
  • Personal Skills - Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
PLAR Contact (if course is PLAR-eligible) - Office of the Registrar

  • Not Eligible for PLAR

 
 
Section III: Topical Outline
Some details of this outline may change as a result of circumstances such as weather cancellations, College and student activities, and class timetabling.
Instruction Mode: In-Class
Professor: Multiple Professors
Resource(s):
 TypeDescription
RequiredOtherCourse material will be provided.
OptionalTextbookBasic Robotics, Keith Dinwiddie, Delmar Publishers Inc, 1st Edition, ISBN 9781285422787

Applicable student group(s): Robotics and Industrial Applications Program
Course Details:

 

Module 1: Introduction 

Safety – Sheridan/ABB lab safety review 

System description 

Event messages 

Backup and Restore 

(Project 1 P/F) 

 

Module 2: Working with RobotStudio 

Software environment 

Robotics cell 

Synchronization 

(Project 2 P/F) 

 

Module 3: Coordinate Systems 

Jogging the robot 

Tool centre point 

Frames 

(Project 3 P/F) 

Module 4: RAPID Programming 

Motion instructions 

Programming with offsets 

Structured programming  

Inputs and outputs 

(Project 4 P/F) 

Module 5: Programing Instructions 

Program flow   

Working with numbers 

FOR Loops 

Clock instructions 

(Project 5 P/F) 

Module 6: Position Reference and Troubleshooting 

Revolution counters 

Calibration  

Work objects 

(Test P/F) 



Sheridan Policies

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Appropriate use of generative Artificial Intelligence tools: In alignment with Sheridan's Academic Integrity Policy, students should consult with their professors and/or refer to evaluation instructions regarding the appropriate use, or prohibition, of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for coursework. Turnitin AI detection software may be used by faculty members to screen assignment submissions or exams for unauthorized use of artificial intelligence.

Course Outline Changes: The information contained in this Course Outline including but not limited to faculty and program information and course description is subject to change without notice. Nothing in this Course Outline should be viewed as a representation, offer and/or warranty. Students are responsible for reading the Important Notice and Disclaimer which applies to Programs and Courses.


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