Module 1: Basic concepts of Automation, Manufacturing and Mechatronics

TOPIC 1 Automation, Manufacturing and Mechatronics – Learning Outcomes

By the completion of this module, you will be able to:

• Define the concept of automation in manufacturing
• List the equipment and systems used in the automated industry
• Describe the essential elements of a production system
• Differentiate the various types of manufacturing systems
• Explain the importance of automation in the product life cycle
• Outline the fundamentals of mechatronics
• Recognize the impact of technology in mechatronics transformation