Troubleshooting and Preventive Maintenance

Students will acquire essential skills for maintaining the operational integrity of robotic manipulators and their integrated motion control systems. The curriculum covers foundational safety protocols, interpreting electrical and mechanical schematics, utilizing diagnostic tools, and executing component-level repairs. Emphasis is placed on systematic fault isolation, understanding common failure modes, and implementing effective preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan. Through a blend of theoretical instruction and practical hands-on labs, students will develop the competency to ensure reliable and efficient robotic operation in industrial settings, adhering to industry best practices and safety standards. This course is crucial for preparing technicians for real-world challenges.

InstructorJacob Calhoun

Prerequisites

IRB 105 IRB 110

Course outline

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01Lesson 1: Safety Protocols and Industrial Robotics Systems Overviewlecture

02Lesson 2: Interpreting Electrical Schematics and Wiring Diagramslecture

03Lesson 3: Understanding Mechanical Drawings and Kinematic Chainslecture

04Hands-on Lab: Diagnostic Tool Proficiency and System Initial Checkslab

05Lesson 5: Power Distribution and Motor Control Troubleshootinglecture

06Lesson 6: Sensor Technologies and Feedback Systems Diagnosticslecture

07Lesson 7: End-Effector and Peripheral Device Maintenance & Repairlecture

08Hands-on Lab: Component-Level Fault Isolation & Midterm Reviewlab

09Lesson 9: Advanced Motion Control and Servo System Troubleshootinglecture

10Lesson 10: Robot Calibration, Accuracy, and Repeatability Adjustmentslecture

11Hands-on Lab: Scheduled Preventive Maintenance Procedureslab

12Lesson 12: Predictive Maintenance Strategies and Condition Monitoringlecture

13Lesson 13: Documentation, Reporting, and Continuous Improvementlecture

14Capstone Service Project: Comprehensive Robotic System Troubleshooting and Maintenanceassignment

Syllabus

["Week 1: Lesson 1: Safety Protocols and Industrial Robotics Systems Overview","Week 2: Lesson 2: Interpreting Electrical Schematics and Wiring Diagrams","Week 3: Lesson 3: Understanding Mechanical Drawings and Kinematic Chains","Week 4: Hands-on Lab: Diagnostic Tool Proficiency and System Initial Checks","Week 5: Lesson 5: Power Distribution and Motor Control Troubleshooting","Week 6: Lesson 6: Sensor Technologies and Feedback Systems Diagnostics","Week 7: Lesson 7: End-Effector and Peripheral Device Maintenance & Repair","Week 8: Hands-on Lab: Component-Level Fault Isolation & Midterm Review","Week 9: Lesson 9: Advanced Motion Control and Servo System Troubleshooting","Week 10: Lesson 10: Robot Calibration, Accuracy, and Repeatability Adjustments","Week 11: Hands-on Lab: Scheduled Preventive Maintenance Procedures","Week 12: Lesson 12: Predictive Maintenance Strategies and Condition Monitoring","Week 13: Lesson 13: Documentation, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement","Week 14: Capstone Service Project: Comprehensive Robotic System Troubleshooting and Maintenance"]