MEC4457

Mechatronics ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: B Shirinzadeh

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2006 (Day)

Synopsis: Transducers and sensors: theory modelling techniques. Actuation: servo, stepper, drives, pneumatics, etc. Development of design formulations. Microprocessors and embedded systems. System modelling and development: case studies, system design, analysis and programming. Autonomous systems. Applications. A self-directed learning component completes the unit.

Assessment: Examination (2 hours): 70% + Project and Laboratory work: 30%

Contact Hours: 22 lectures, 22 practice class/laboratory hours

Prerequisites: MEC3462