ME 1301 - Introduction to Mechatronics

2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits

Course Description
The purpose of this course is to apply programming and algorithm development methods to acquire sensor measurements and to the control of hardware. Applications in data acquisition, robotics and mechatronics will be emphasized. (prereq: ME 190)

Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Apply concepts of structured programming in the control of hardware
Implement computer-based data acquisition to acquire sensor measurements
Design a basic embedded system to meet a desired set of needs
Write technical journal entries recording engineering activities

Prerequisites by Topic

Programming

Course Topics

Programming with the Arduino Microcontroller
Digital I/O
Analog I/O, A/D and D/A conversion
Linear calibration and Servo Motor Control
Control of stepper motors
Introduction to robotics
Design projects

Laboratory Topics

Discrete I/O: switches and LEDS
Analog I/O: DC Motors, solar cells, temperature sensors, infrared sensors, and potentiometers
Control of a stepper motor: coordinated control of a two-axis positioning system
Introduction to C programming concepts
Deploying an embedded solution with the Arduino microcontroller
Introduction to robotics: coordinated control of a multi-axis robotic arm
Student design projects

Coordinator
Dr. Luis A. Rodriguez

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