MEC 450/550: Mechatronics
Course Description
An introduction to the design, modeling, analysis, and control of mechatronic systems (smart systems comprising mechanical, electrical, and software components). Fundamentals of the basic components needed for the design and control of mechatronic systems, including sensors, actuators, data acquisition systems, microprocessors, programmable logic controllers, and I/O systems, are covered. Hands-on experience in designing and building practical mechatronic systems is provided through integrated lab activities.
Course Syllabus
Recommended Textbook
- David G. Alciatore, Introduction to Mechatronics and Measurement Systems, 5th Edition, McGraw-Hill Education, 2018 (ISBN: 9781259892349) [Publisher, Amazon].
- William Bolton, Mechatronics: Electronic Control Systems in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, 7th Edition, Pearson, 2019 (ISBN: 9781292250977) [Publisher, Amazon].
Course Materials
- Chapter 1 - Introduction to Mechatronics
- Chapter 2 - Analog Circuits and Basic Components
- Chapter 3 - Semiconductor Electronics – Part 1
- Chapter 3 - Semiconductor Electronics – Part 2
- Chapter 4 - Sensors – Part 1
- Chapter 4 - Sensors – Part 2
- Chapter 5 - Digital Circuits - Part 1 (Combinational Logic)
- Chapter 5 - Digital Circuits - Part 2 (Sequential Logic)
- Chapter 6 - Microprocessors and Microcontrollers - Part 1
- Chapter 6 - Microprocessors and Microcontrollers - Part 2
- Chapter 6 - Microprocessors and Microcontrollers - Part 3