8. Industrial Engineering and Automation

8. Industrial Engineering and Automation

8.1 Metrology and Measurement

• Measurement principles

• Errors and calibration

• Accuracy and precision

• Inspection and acceptance testing

8.2 Sensors and Actuators

• Types and selection

• Measurement of pressure, flow, temperature

• Hydraulic, pneumatic, electric actuators

8.3 Measurement Systems

• Standards and calibration

• Static and dynamic characteristics

• First and second order systems

8.4 Production System Design

• Plant layout and location

• Material handling

• Production planning and control

8.5 Inventory Control

• EOQ

• Safety stock

• ABC analysis

• Forecasting

8.6 Engine Performance and Testing

• Engine efficiencies

• Cooling systems

• Knocking and pre-ignition

• Fuel injection systems