Description could include the roles of computers in a variety of automated systems, including
- traffic lights
- CNC machines
- robotics
- automotive systems
- computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM) systems
- access control, fire, and security systems
- heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What are the benefits and drawbacks of using computers to control automated systems?
- How have computer-controlled automated systems affected society?
- What are some examples of computer-controlled automated systems in your own household?