Unit 6: Automated and emerging technologies

6.1 Automated systems

1 Describe how sensors, microprocessors and actuators can be used in collaboration to create automated systems

2 Describe the advantages and disadvantages of an automated system used for a given scenario

6.2 Robotics

1 Understand what is meant by robotics

2 Describe the characteristics of a robot

3 Understand the roles that robots can perform and describe the advantages and disadvantages of their use

6.3 Artificial intelligence

1 Understand what is meant by artificial intelligence (AI)

2 Describe the main characteristics of AI as the collection of data and the rules for using that data, the ability to reason, and can include the ability to learn and adapt

3 Explain the basic operation and components of AI systems to simulate intelligent behaviour