MEC 112 - Introduction to Industrial Robotics

Credits: 3
3 Skills Lab Hours

Description
This course introduces the concepts of servo control systems and automation systems used in robotic control systems through a series of hands-on exercises performed in the lab. Students learn to program various robot models and review work cell safety. Students are exposed to practical programming exercises on real-world industrial robots from multiple vendors including FANUC, Universal Robots and more. Teach pendant programming, I/O connections and collaborative robots are also covered in an applied context.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:

Identify the different robotic systems that are currently available.
Construct a basic robot program and operate the robot.
Demonstrate the use of a robot in a manufacturing cell.
Compare the different safety systems available for manufacturing cells.
Build and operate a simulated manufacturing cell.

Listed Topics

Safety
Axes and degrees of freedom
Industrial robots
Teach pendant
End of arm tooling
Payloads
Motion programming
Cooperative roboticrs
Variables and egisters
Input and output connectivity

Reference Materials
Instructor-approved textbook and materials

Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals:

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning

Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 03/09/2026
Last Reviewed: 03/09/2026

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