Online Courses Handbook 2003

302941 (v.1) Introduction to Mechatronics 102

Area:	Department of Mechanical Engineering
Contact Hours:	4.0
Credits:	12.5
Lecture:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Tutorial:	1 x 1 Hours Weekly
Laboratory:	1 x 1 Hours Weekly
Co Requisite(s):	12900 (v.2) Engineering Dynamics 136
Using problem-based learning methods, this unit introduces modelling specific to mechatronic needs and the experimental method. Topics include: Conservation of work/energy, frictional forces, dc motor, efficiency calculations, application of Newton's Laws to mechatronic machine analysis and design optimisation