This subject deals with manufacturing systems and automated production systems. An overview of modern manufacturing systems and techniques used in manufacturing facilities is presented. The numerical control of machines is introduced, the design of (computer) Numerical Control (CNC) machine tools, such as turning and machining centers, is explained and fundamentals of CNC programming are discussed. Components related to automated production systems, i.e. industrial robots, as well as measurements and inspection principles are investigated. Basic concepts of manufacturing by means of additive techniques (formerly known as Rapid Prototyping) will be analyzed. The subject will also briefly examine unconventional machining such as Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM), electrochemical machining, chemical milling, ultrasound machining, electron beam machining and laser processing. Moreover, in order to have a comprehensive view of a manufacturing system, students will be guided to address some problems of industrial production management, mainly concerning medium-term programming and scheduling, through presentation of formal models from which the more widespread industrial procedures are derived.