Each chapter begins with an overview of chapter material with emphasis on desired outcomes and concludes with a summary, questions, and problems where appropriate.
	Presents explicit skills and methodologies to aid in the programming process.
	Features a good use of examples with numerous illustrations.
	Uses computer simulation and actual lab equipment extensively in learning activities.

Introduction to Programmable Automation

	Introduction to Programmable Automation
	The Manufacturing Process
	Automation
	Manufacturing Performance Measures
	Benefits of Automation
	Automation Strategies

Automation Justification and Productivity Concepts

	Automation Justification and Productivity
	Productivity Calculations
	Process Outputs and Mathematical Concepts for Quantifying Production
	Process Inputs and Manufacturing Costs
	Comparing Alternatives with Productivity Calculations
	The Impact of Production Volume on Alternatives
	Productivity and the USA Principle

Introduction to Computer Numerical

	Introduction to CNC Technology
	CNC System Components
	Coordinate Systems and Reference Points
	The Ten Steps of CNC Programming
	Advantages and Disadvantages of CNC Technology
	When to Use CNC Technology

CNC Programming

	Overview of CNC Programming
	Program Code
	Cutting Parameters
	Program Organization
	Programming Process
	Turning Programs

CNC Simulation Software

	Overview of CNC Simulation Software
	Installation and Setup of CNCSimulator®
	User Interface
	Simulation Examples

Introduction to Robotic Technology
Industrial Robotics

	Robot Hardware
	Robot Applications
	Robot Safety
	Robot Selection Considerations

Robot Programming

	Robot Programming Concepts
	Programming Methods
	Robot Programming Languagues
	Robot Program Development, Organization and Structure
	Writing Robot Program of Instructions
	Robot Simulation
	Robot Program Simulation Example

Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

	Progammable Logic Control Overview
	Industrial Process Control
	PLC Terminology
	PLC Hardware Components
	PLC Applications
	Sensors and Actuators
	Implementing Automation with PCLs

PLC Programming

	Logic Control, Sequencing, and Ladder Logic Diagrams
	Ladder Logic Terminology
	Typical PLC Instruction Set
	PLC Programming Process
	PLC Program Simulation
	PLC Programming Example

Automated Work Cells

	Automated Workstations and Work Cells
	Workstation and Work Cell Components
	Automated Workstation and Work Cell Examples