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Applying Logic Software to Create Problem Solutions

Design a system of elements that manage power to accomplish a task involving defined movement.

Design a control system that uses feedback from the system to vary the speed and performance of a motor to achieve the greatest possible efficiency.

Formulate a system to utilize data collection and analysis to maintain and improve product quality and ensure that the product will satisfy design requirements.

Design and analyze the application of machine control systems, sensory feedback, and information processing to reduce the need for human work in manufacturing.

Pneumatics Design and Control

Construct systems that efficiently utilize a fluid (liquid or gas) under pressure to generate, transmit, and control power.

Work Cell Design

Design an integrated system of machines, machine tools, jigs, fixtures, instruments, and control programs to produce needed parts.

Create jigs, fixtures, alignment and drill guides, gauges, and other manufacturing and assembly tools with rapid prototyping (additive manufacturing) devices.

Research, construct, and evaluate a plan for an assembly line or work cell.

Identify systems, sub-systems, and typical components of an automated manufacturing operation.

Apply the necessary safety precautions associated with a fully automated system.

Business of Manufacturing

Research and categorize the activities that a business conducts to make discoveries that may lead to the development of new products or procedures or the improvement of existing products or procedures.

Research and evaluate the new approaches to rapid development and deployment of products that save time and increase efficiency.

Create a strategy to receive inventory just in time for the production process.

Evaluate the use of production, organization, planning, human and capital resources, and regulatory requirements to bring a product to market successfully and efficiently.

Create a quality management plan for an advanced manufacturing environment, including quality planning, quality control, quality assurance, and quality improvement.

Create a plan for protecting the health and safety of the people employed in a manufacturing environment.

Computer Integrated Automation

Foundational Standards

Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining tools and machinery; handling materials; utilizing personal protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces..

Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.

Explore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.

Advocate and practice safe, legal, responsible, and ethical use of information and technology tools specific to the industry pathway.

Participate in a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.

Electrical and Control Systems

Design and analyze an efficient electrical system to convert, transform, and transmit electricity.

Create, read, and analyze schematics and provide a concise summary for documentation purposes.

Research and specify electrical devices necessary to provide power.

Apply machine control systems, sensory feedback, and information processing to increase the efficiency of automated manufacturing systems.

Use flow charts and state diagrams to apply logic in the design of control programs.

Sensors Logic and Data

Design a system using sensors to monitor changes and use that data to inform changes to the system.