Working with systems 1
BS
Mr Wayne Kirstine
3 points * First semester * 56 hours of practical activities and tutorial guidance * Distance * Prerequisites: GAS1331
This subject uses practical activities to introduce the function and operation of mechanical, electro-mechanical, pneumatic and electronic components as working elements and control elements in simple analogue and digital systems. The subject material is divided into three sections. (1) Mechanisms: belt/pulley, gear, cam/follower and linkage mechanisms with an introduction to the basic concepts of linear and rotary motion.(2) Pneumatics: basic pneumatic circuits involving cylinders with flow and directional control valves, time delay, sequencing and fluid logic.(3) Electronics: basic electrical concepts and circuits including resistors, capacitors, switches, transistors, and integrated circuits. A kit for self-paced practical activity, together with all study guides, readers and videotapes, will be provided at the beginning of the semester.
Assessment
Practical and written assignments: 50% * Examination (3 hours): 50%)
Prescribed texts
Duncan T Electronics for today and tomorrow Murray, 1985