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(EDU)
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Leader: Dr G Russell
Offered:
Not offered in 2005.
Synopsis: This unit is designed to provide students with an introduction to the theoretical and practical aspects of computer-control technology, together with its characteristics and applications. Students will gain practical knowledge and experience in the creation of computer-controlled devices, and the programming of such models. Students will have the opportunity to design, research, construct and evaluate computer controlled models.
Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, students should possess a general knowledge of the concepts of digital logic as applied to robotics and monitoring devices; have developed user skills in relation to the construction of and programming of computer controlled robotic models and monitoring devices.
Assessment: Report based on personal learning journal and professional reading: 30%; Group presentation of Control Technology Project: 20%; Examination (2 hours): 50%
Contact Hours: 2 hours per week