Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
David Inglis
E6B-127
Mondays 4-5pm, Thursday 9-10am
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Credit points |
Credit points
3
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
COMP115 and ((ENGG150 or ENGG170 or ELEC170) and (PHYS140 or PHYS106) and (MATH132 or MATH135))
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
This unit introduces the basic components of mechatronic systems including sensors, actuators, decision-making components and the electronics that connect them. It details how these individual components work, and how they are integrated into simple systems. This process empowers students to be engineers and makers who see how instrumentation and automation surround us and enable modern life. The unit builds on foundations in electricity, mechanics, and programming and asks participants to learn how sensors and actuators work (physics), how they interact (signals), and how they behave (system response). The unit is essential for further study in the field of mechatronic engineering, where the simple systems examined and experimented with here are built into complex automated electromechanical machines.
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On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Grading and passing requirement for unit
For further details about grading, please refer below in the policies and procedures section.
In order to pass this unit a student must obtain a mark of 50 or more for the unit (i.e. obtain a passing grade P/ CR/ D/ HD).
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Final Exam | 45% | No | Exam period |
Practical Exam | 12% | No | 13 |
Online Quizes | 15% | No | Weeks 2-13 |
Labs/Practicals | 25% | No | Weeks 2-12 |
Homework Problem Set | 3% | No | Week 6 |
Due: Exam period
Weighting: 45%
You will be permitted to bring one, double sided sheet of hand written notes and a calculator. No other formulas will be given during the exam.
Due: 13
Weighting: 12%
In week 13 you will be given an individual and invigilated practical test. The rubric for this exam will be posted in advance.
Due: Weeks 2-13
Weighting: 15%
From weeks 2 to 4 and 6 to 13 there will be online quizzes. The quizzes can be taken outside of class and can be attempted multiple times.
Due: Weeks 2-12
Weighting: 25%
Practicals will be completed in pairs. Work is assessed via a worksheet that is individually assessed.
In most cases 30-60 minutes of prep work is required. It is important that all grades for pracs be awarded early enough to allow students to disassemble, put components away and tidy up before departing. To encourage this, a 1/100 mark per minute reduction will be applied to every grade awarded after 2.5 hours from the start of the lab. Also, if the tutors need to disassemble your project, or put your components away, a 5, 10 ,or 20 mark reduction will be applied depending on the degree of assistance needed from tutors.
Due: Week 6
Weighting: 3%
A conventional assignment which will include processing of sensor data.
Textbook
Introduction to Mechatronics and Measurement Systems by Alciatore and Histand. (3rd or 4th Edition is suitable)
Equipment
It is strongly recommended that you purchase a hobby electronics controller such as an Arduino, and some components. A typical kit costs $40-$100.
Technology and Software: We will make use of Labview, and NI myDAQ, and Arduino in the practical sessions. You will also be expected to analyse data using matlab, MS Excel or some other program of your choice.
Late Submissions: Unless agreed to in advance of due dates, late submissions will not be allowed.
Extensions: Extensions may be granted if a valid case for disruption to studies exits. See policies and procedures below.
A unit schedule will be available on iLearn.
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html
Assessment Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy_2016.html
Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html
Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/complaint_management/procedure.html
Disruption to Studies Policy (in effect until Dec 4th, 2017): http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html
Special Consideration Policy (in effect from Dec 4th, 2017): https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/special-consideration
In addition, a number of other policies can be found in the Learning and Teaching Category of Policy Central.
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/
Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to improve your marks and take control of your study.
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
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When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
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The unit will not cover AC motors, and will have more coverage of op-amps.
There will be no internet access during the prac exam.
The weighting of the prac exam has been reduced.
The level of difficulty of the prac exam questions will be more uniform.
Date | Description |
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28/07/2017 | prac exam no longer pass/fail |