Explore how machines sense, decide, and act — then test what you've learned with a hands-on simulator and quiz.
What Is Automation?
A Simple Definition
Automation = using technology to perform a task with little or no human effort.
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INPUT
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DECISION
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ACTION
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Try It Yourself
Automation Simulator
Choose a system, then flip the input switch to see the decision and action happen live.
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INPUT:—
DECISION:—
ACTION:—
IF ... THEN ...
Real-World Automation Hunt
Match the Example
Tap an example, then tap the application that matches it.
Knowledge Check
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Wrap-Up
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Automation uses technology to complete tasks with little or no human effort, following the Input → Decision → Action pattern. Now head to your Engineering Notebook to design your own automated system!