Mechatronics Systems Design
Duration
- One Semester or equivalent
Contact hours
- 60 hours
On-campus unit delivery combines face-to-face and digital learning.
2022 teaching periods
Hawthorn
| Higher Ed. Semester 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
Dates: Results: Last self enrolment: Census: Last withdraw without fail: |
Prerequisites
EEE20003 Embedded MicrocontrollersAims and objectives
This unit of study aims to further develop your understanding of robotic and mechatronic components, develop skills in mechatronic system design and further develop the range of engineering attributes.
Unit Learning Outcomes (ULO)
Students who successfully complete this unit will be able to:
1. Use previous knowledge and demonstrate your use of engineering methods and problem solving towards the design of the specified mechatronic system. (K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, S3)
2. Apply and appreciate a range of mechatronic system design techniques. (K3, S1)
3. Design and execute a mechatronic project as part of a team, including interpreting requirements, using engineering methods to problem-solve, applying creative approaches and seeking opportunities, and describe the benefits, innovation and quality of your design. (K4, K5, S1, S2, S3, S4, A3, A7)
4. Safely execute experiments, analyse and interpret results and errors, and formulate conclusions as part of a team. (K2, K6, S1, A7)
5. Demonstrate self-management processes and demonstrate leadership by proposing actions, making decisions and taking responsibility for the consequences. (A5, A6)
6. Apply the appropriate elements of the Code of Ethics of Engineers Australia in practical applications, apply risk management principles and appreciate the accountabilities of the professional engineer and the broader Engineering team for the safety of other people. (A1)
7. Demonstrate a professional image, demonstrate effective communication to peers, and generate high quality documentation in robotics & mechatronics (project reports, design records, drawings, technical descriptions and presentations). (A2, A4)
Students who successfully complete this unit will be able to:
1. Use previous knowledge and demonstrate your use of engineering methods and problem solving towards the design of the specified mechatronic system. (K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, S3)
2. Apply and appreciate a range of mechatronic system design techniques. (K3, S1)
3. Design and execute a mechatronic project as part of a team, including interpreting requirements, using engineering methods to problem-solve, applying creative approaches and seeking opportunities, and describe the benefits, innovation and quality of your design. (K4, K5, S1, S2, S3, S4, A3, A7)
4. Safely execute experiments, analyse and interpret results and errors, and formulate conclusions as part of a team. (K2, K6, S1, A7)
5. Demonstrate self-management processes and demonstrate leadership by proposing actions, making decisions and taking responsibility for the consequences. (A5, A6)
6. Apply the appropriate elements of the Code of Ethics of Engineers Australia in practical applications, apply risk management principles and appreciate the accountabilities of the professional engineer and the broader Engineering team for the safety of other people. (A1)
7. Demonstrate a professional image, demonstrate effective communication to peers, and generate high quality documentation in robotics & mechatronics (project reports, design records, drawings, technical descriptions and presentations). (A2, A4)
Unit information in detail
- Teaching methods, assessment, general skills outcomes and content.
Teaching methods
*Scheduled face to face: Lectures (24 hours), Tutorials (12 hours), Laboratory Work (24 hours)
*Scheduled synchronous online earning events (N/A)
Non-scheduled online learning events and activities (N/A)
Other non-scheduled learning events and activities including independent study (approx. 90 hours)
*Scheduled synchronous online earning events (N/A)
Non-scheduled online learning events and activities (N/A)
Other non-scheduled learning events and activities including independent study (approx. 90 hours)
Assessment
| Types | Individual or Group task | Weighting | Assesses attainment of these ULOs |
| Examination | Individual | 20-30% | 1,2 |
| Mechatronic Project | Group | 50-60% | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 |
| Assignments | Individual | 10-20% | 1,2,3,5,6,7 |
Minimum requirements to pass this unit
As the minimum requirements of assessment to pass the unit and meet all Unit Learning Outcomes to a minimum standard, a student must achieve:
(i) An aggregate mark of 50% or more, and
(ii) Obtain at least 40% in the final exam
Students who do not successfully achieve hurdle requirement (ii) will receive a maximum of 44% as the total mark for the unit and will not be eligible for a conceded pass.
As the minimum requirements of assessment to pass the unit and meet all Unit Learning Outcomes to a minimum standard, a student must achieve:
(i) An aggregate mark of 50% or more, and
(ii) Obtain at least 40% in the final exam
Students who do not successfully achieve hurdle requirement (ii) will receive a maximum of 44% as the total mark for the unit and will not be eligible for a conceded pass.
General skills outcomes
During this unit, students will receive feedback on the following key generic skills:
• Teamwork Skills
• Analysis Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Communication Skills
• Ability to tackle unfamiliar problems
• Ability to work independently
• Teamwork Skills
• Analysis Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Communication Skills
• Ability to tackle unfamiliar problems
• Ability to work independently
Content
• System modelling and simulation: use computer software to model and simulate mechatronic systems.
• Mechatronic system elements: sensors and signal conditioning, motor and drive technology, motor control, programmable logic controllers, real time programming of embedded systems.
• Mechatronic system integration: implementation and error analysis.
• Mechatronic system elements: sensors and signal conditioning, motor and drive technology, motor control, programmable logic controllers, real time programming of embedded systems.
• Mechatronic system integration: implementation and error analysis.
Study resources
- Reading materials.
Reading materials
A list of reading materials and/or required texts will be made available in the Unit Outline.