1. Electronic Communication Understanding Serial Communications in Manufacturing

2. Electronic Communication 4 Serial RS232 RS422 RS485 4 Conversions Serial to Parallel Serial to Ethernet Serial to Internet

3. Electronic Communication 4 Use of MS TERMINAL Program for experiments 4 Use of Breakout Box for testing of connections 4 Explorations with Morse, Bardot, ASCII codes

4. Electronic Communication MSTerm is used to explore the meaning and effects of all serial settings. Hands-on activities allow the student to gain confidence and experience with interface.

5. Electronic Communication 4 Use PC to both send and receive information between two groups.

6. Electronic Communication Use breakout box to create “null” modem cable

7. Electronic Communication Different types of serial to network systems will be covered - both open standards and proprietary methods

8. Electronic Communication 4 Connect any serial device to a PC 4 Be able to troubleshoot connections and build custom cables as needed 4 Recognize need for special interfaces 4 Select appropriate methods for any manufacturing situation

9. Electronic Communication 4 Unit will require 3-4 weeks to complete. 4 Has multiple exit points 4 Hands-on with the different protocols 4 Uses standard industry products 4 Emphasis on PC as a readout device for systems such as PLC, CNC