Professional CAD - Robotics

The Professional CAD Robotics certificate is designed for students to learn a variety of techniques and skills associated with basic computer aided drafting skills using AutoCAD software, 2D CAD skills and progress to three-dimensional parameters using the 3D parametric software SolidWorks to focus on management of design data, advanced assembly, rendering, animation and dynamic simulation and testing a model assembly and leading to creating an advanced 3D solid model using 3D printing software. Additionally, students learn skills needed to program a robot in a higher-level language to perform various tasks, including the building and interfacing of sensor circuits to include write and debug code, program the microcontroller, acquire, and analyze sensor data, and use that data to control actuators, robotic work envelopes, programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Professional CAD - Robotics Certificate, students should be able to:

• Produce 2D printed/plotted drawings with AutoCAD software
• Interpret and produce industrial 2D working drawings and 3D models based on industry standards
• Use the SolidWorks software package to create advanced models, parts, assemblies, and related documents (e.g., bill of materials, parts lists)
• Produce parts and assemblies using additive manufacturing with 3D printing
• Construct, test, and troubleshoot electronic and digital circuits
• Solder electronic components on circuit boards
• Program, maintain, and troubleshoot robotic system
• Explain the architecture, hardware, programming languages, and input and output capabilities of microcontrollers
• Program a microcontroller to execute code