EDP2208

Computer control

Mr P Marshall

8 points
* 4 hours per week
* Second semester
* Peninsula
* Prerequisite: EDP1207

Objectives Upon successful completion of this subject, 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.

Synopsis This subject is designed to provide students with an introduction to digital logic and computer control technology, their characteristics and applications. Students will gain practical knowledge and experience in the creation of computer controlled robotic models and monitoring devices, as well as the digital logic behind such models' operations, and the programming of such models. A heavy emphasis will be placed on the practical aspects of this subject.

Assessment A folio of constructions and programming tasks (approx 2000 words equivalent): 20%
* Construction and programming assignment (approx 3000 words equivalent): 30%
* Examination (2 hours): 50%

Recommended texts

Braitenberg V Vehicles MIT, 1984
Dunn S and Larson R Design technology and children's engineering Falmer, 1990
Ocko S and Resnick M LEGO TC Logo teacher's guide LEGO Australia, 1987
Turkle S The second self: Computers and the human spirit Simon and Schuster, 1984