MECH ENG 2101 - Mechatronics IM

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2019

To provide an introduction to the application of electronic control systems in mechanical and electrical engineering. To give framework of knowledge that allows students to develop an interdisciplinary understanding and integrated approach to mechatronic engineering. In the Workshop Practice component, organized during the semester break, students will become familiar with basic workshop practices, including machining and the use of hand tools. Small group practical sessions will be used to provide important hands-on experience with electro-pneumatic system and PLC based projects.

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Course Details

Course Code	MECH ENG 2101
Course	Mechatronics IM
Coordinating Unit	School of Mechanical Engineering
Term	Semester 2
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	36-hour lectures/tutorials, 6-hour practicals, 40-hour workshop practice
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Incompatible	MECH ENG 2004 or MECH ENG 2011
Assumed Knowledge	ELEC ENG 1008 or ELEC ENG 1009 & MECH ENG 1007 & MECH ENG 2021
Restrictions	Available to BE (Mechanical), BE (Mechanical & Aerospace), BE (Mechanical & Automotive), BE (Mechanical & Sustainable Energy) and associated double degree students only
Assessment	Assignments, in-class quizzes, Final exam, laboratory experiments

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Lei Chen

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course students will be able to:

1	Explain the architecture of mechatronic systems;
2	Design some simple measurement systems using different sensors;
3	Demonstrated ability to design basic control systems using different actuators;
4	Demonstrate an understanding of PLC programming; and
5	Demonstrate an understanding of analogue and digital interfacing.

The above course learning outcomes are aligned with the Engineers Australia .
The course is designed to develop the following Elements of Competency: 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Deep discipline knowledge informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1 accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)	1-5
Critical thinking and problem solving steeped in research methods and rigor based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment	1-5
Teamwork and communication skills developed from, with, and via the SGDE honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning	5
Career and leadership readiness technology savvy professional and, where relevant, fully accredited forward thinking and well informed tested and validated by work based experiences	5
Intercultural and ethical competency adept at operating in other cultures comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges	1-5
Self-awareness and emotional intelligence a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate	2, 3, 5

Learning Resources

Required Resources

Course notes – these are essential and required.

Recommended Resources

1 Principles of Measurement Systems, Bentley;

1 Introduction to engineering experimentation, Anthony J. Wheeler and Ahmad R. Ganji.
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes

Lectures supported by problem-solving tutorials and practicals developing material covered in lectures.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

The required time commitment is 36 hours attendance at lectures, 36 hours of revising course material, 30 hours completing assignments, 20 hours preparing and completing practical reports, and 40 hours workshop practices.

Learning Activities Summary
- Introduction to mechatronic systems (2 lectures – 5%)
- Switching Devices (2 lectures – 6%)
- Electro-pneumatic actuators (2 lectures – 6%)
- Programmable logic controllers (3 lectures – 8%)
- Stepping motors (3 lectures – 8%)
- Measuring Solid Mechanical Quantities (6 lectures – 17%)
- Measuring temperature (6 lectures – 17%)
- Measuring fluid flow rate (6 lectures – 17%)
- Introduction to Digital Systems (3 lectures – 8%)
- Characteristics of Measurement Systems (3 lectures – 8%)
Specific Course Requirements

None

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assessment Task	Weighting (%)	Individual/ Group	Formative/ Summative	Due (week)*	Hurdle criteria	Learning outcomes
Written submission	5		summative	Week 5		1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Written submission	5		summative	Week 7		1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Written submission	5		summative	Week 9		1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Written submission	5		summative	Week 11		1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
On-line submission	5		summative	TBA		1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
On-line submission	5		summative	TBA		1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Exam on all parts of the course	70		summative	Exam period		1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Total	100

* The specific due date for each assessment task will be available on MyUni.

This assessment breakdown complies with the University's Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy.

Assessment Related Requirements

None

Assessment Detail

Assignment 1.
Assignment 1 is designed to enhance student knowledge and understanding of the switching devices, pneumatic actuators, stepping motors and PLC programming through completing this assignment.

Assignment 2.
Assignment 2 is designed to enhance student knowledge and understanding of the flowmeters through completing this assignment.

Assignment 3.
Assignment 3 is designed to enhance student knowledge and understanding of strain gauges and other sensors through completing this assignment.

Assignment 4.
Assignment 4 is designed to enhance student knowledge and understanding of the temperature sensors through completing this assignment.

The assessment criteria for the assignments are outlined below.

Item

Assessment Criteria

Assignments

Performance is judged by the extent to which students are able to:

understand the concepts and principles obtained in the course;
organise and interpret the engineering ideas logically;
communicate the solutions effectively;
use Mechatroinc terminology and notation correctly;
critically evaluate the information obtained;
pay attention to details and calculate precisely.

Lab Reports

Performance is judged by the extent to which students are able to:

describe the purpose, procedure, results and conclusions of an experiment;
record data and observations concisely in an appropriate format;
design correct circuits or programs;
identify sources of error;
draw conclusions based on the results of the experiment

Submission

All assignments must be submitted in the digital drop box in MyUni and a hard copy placed in the labelled box located on level 2 of Engineering South Building. Any assignments submitted as a hard copy must be accompanied by an assessment cover sheet available from Room S116 or near the assignment area. Late assignments will be penalised 10% per day (weekends and holidays are included). Extensions for assignments will only be given in exceptional circumstances and a case for this with supporting documentation can be made in writing after a lecture or via email to the lecturer. Hard copy assignments will be assessed and returned in 3 weeks of the due date. There will be no opportunities for re-submission of work of unacceptable standard. Due to the large size of the class feedback on assignments will be limited to in-class discussion resulting from questions from students.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through .

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