Digital Automation Systems
Description:
Automation is all around us, shaping how industries and technologies operate every day. But behind it lies careful design and thoughtful integration of many different elements throughout all life cycle phases. This course explores how these elements come together to form efficient and dependable automated (production) systems. It provides a clear view of how modern automation works. Explore how automation drives today’s connected world!
Shortnote: A hands‑on course in industrial communication, UML/XML modeling, OPC UA, and Industry 4.0 — no machine learning, advanced math, or control‑systems theory required.
Acquired competences:
In this course you will build the competences that modern industry demands. You are able to
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Apply Object oriented abstraction to translate industrial processes using UML class‑diagram representations
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Clarify system architecture, minimize design errors, and support reusable, scalable solutions
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Design and validate XML‑based data structures for standardized and interoperable industrial data exchange
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analyze complex industrial systems and represent them using structured OPC UA information models
Dates WS25/26:
Lecture - Tuesday, weekly, 17:00-19:00 in G10-460
Exercise - Monday, odd weeks, 11:00-13:00 in G16-215
Responsible instructors:
Lisa Underberg, Rafiul Islam, Chris Urban
Language of instruction:
English
To gain access to the e-learning portal, please make sure you attend the first lecture.