Course - Machine Design and Mechatronics - TMM4150
Machine Design and Mechatronics
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About the course
Course content
Principles of mechatronics. Mechatronic development methodology. Sensor technology, actuators and control. Engineering design methodology. Development of concepts and evaluation. Structure and variations of form. Design with respect to strength and stiffness. Components for mechatronic systems. Assembly- and production considerations.
Learning outcome
Knowledge: The candidate has knowledge of:
- Fundamental principles of mechatronics.
- Elements of mechatronics, e.g. sensors, ADC/DAC, micro controllers and single-card computers, actuators and communication to/from these.
- Machine design as a synthesis of engineering design, mechanics, dimensioning and other technical subjects.
- A design methodology guided by stages and milestones.
Skills: The candidate can:
- Do design projects with mechatronic elements.
- Use sensors and actuators in mechanical systems.
- Build systems based on available electronics and mechanics.
- Design and make prototypes for simple electronic systems.
- Basic programming of microcontrollers and small runtime systems (OS).
- Make models and demonstrate functionality of mechatronic systems.
General competence: The candidate can:
- Design machines according to given specifications.
- Assess feasibility of complex technical solutions.
- Model systems containing both mechanics and electronics.
Learning methods and activities
Relevant skills for design and development are trained through a realistic development project. The project assignment requires the curriculum literature to be known, while it also provides learning through project work. The project is done in groups. Methods and tools are taught and tested out in exercises.
Further on evaluation
Group project will be the basis for the assigned a letter grade. Both the solution and the way to get to the solution will count for the evaluation.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Engineering and ICT (MTING)
Marine Technology (MIMART) - some programmes
Marine Technology (MTMART) - some programmes
Mechanical Engineering (BIMASKIN)
Mechanical Engineering (MIPROD)
Mechanical Engineering (MTPROD)
Recommended previous knowledge
TMM4112 Machine Elements, TPK4125 Mechatronics or equivalent.
Course materials
This information will be given at the beginning of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| SIO2043 | 7.5 sp |
Subject areas
- Technological subjects