Electromechanics

Course aim

This course provides an introduction to: Mechatronic systems and the components that are fundamental for analysis and design of such systems; Measurement systems and working principles of sensors and actuators used in mechanical and mechatronic systems.

Emphasis is placed on the ability to synthesise, summarise and convey technical information.

Course content

Introduction to mechatronic systems

Transducers and actuators

Measurement systems and working principles of mechatronic sensors

Interfacing sensors and actuators with digital controllers

Sensor calibration

Introduction to sensor feedback for controlled actuation

Design decisions in mechatronics systems

Textbook(s)

Alciatore DG and Histand MB 2012, Introduction to Mechatronics and Measurement Systems, 4th, McGraw-Hill

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
EEET 1025	Electricity and Electronics

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial	1 hour x 12 weeks
Practical	3 hours x 5 weeks
INTERNAL, WHYALLA
Workshop	2 hours x 11 weeks
Face to face workshop	5 hours x 2 days
Practical	3 hours x 8 weeks
INTERNAL, OFFSHORE, KAPLAN HIGHER EDUCATION - SINGAPORE (INTENSIVE)
Offshore	20 hours x 1 week
EXTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES, ONLINE
External	N/A x 13weeks
Workshop	N/A x 4 days

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Assignment, Assignments x 5, Examination, Practical report x 4, Practical reports x 2

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.