Students
MTRN4066 – Advanced Mechatronic Engineering
2020 – Session 1, Weekday attendance, North Ryde
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General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Lecturer, Convener
David Inglis
9WW 321
Tuesday 4-5pm, Thursday 8-9am
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
(MTRN3026 or ELEC326) and (ELEC3024 or ELEC324)
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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 integrates prior learning in a specialist area of engineering with problem solving, emerging technology and aspects of engineering application, technical reporting and self-management to prepare students to work at a professional capacity. The unit aims to address the application of fundamental principles and methods at an advanced level in the context of standards and practices, modelling, analysis, design and practical implementation. The unit also develops skills in the critical evaluation of information, software and sources of error, and experimental methods. Learning will be achieved using case studies, laboratories, presentations, group work and/or traditional lecture format. The specific topics will focus on current advances in the area such as microcontrollers, MEMs, nanotechnologies, control systems, sensors and actuators and electro-mechanical interfacing. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Design, numerically-model, implement, and test a digital motion control system for a non-linear problem
- ULO2: Demonstrate, problem solving, initiative, time management, and record keeping, skills in the completion of a significant project
- ULO3: Research and evaluate, through advanced knowledge, MEMS, microfluidics, and manufacturing processes including 3D printing and microfabrication
- ULO4: Apply deep learning to proficiently articulate and critique advanced mechatronic principles, including convolutional neural networks
Assessment Tasks
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General Assessment Information
Grading and passing requirement for unit
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).
If you receive special consideration for the final exam, a supplementary exam will be scheduled by the faculty during a supplementary exam period, typically about 3 to 4 weeks after the normal exam period. By making a special consideration application for the final exam you are declaring yourself available for a resit during the supplementary examination period and will not be eligible for a second special consideration approval based on pre-existing commitments. Please ensure you are familiar with the policy prior to submitting an application. Approved applicants will receive an individual notification one week prior to the exam with the exact date and time of their supplementary examination.
Hurdle Requirements
The final examination is a hurdle requirement. A grade of 45% or more in the final examination is a condition of passing this unit. If you are given a second opportunity to sit the final examination as a result of failing to meet the minimum mark required, you will be offered that chance during the supplementary examination period and will be notified of the exact day and time after the publication of final results for the unit. The second attempt at a hurdle assessment is graded as pass fail. The maximum grade for a second attempt is the hurdle threshold grade.
Completion of homework problems is a hurdle requirement. Students must submit reasonable responses to all questions. If submissions do not meet the hurdle requirement, students will be notified and given 1 week to re-submit.
Late submissions and Resubmissions
Unauthorized Late submissions will attract a penalty of 10/100 marks per day. Extenuating circumstances will be considered upon lodgement of an application for special consideration.
Resubmissions of work are not allowed.
Delivery and Resources
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Delivery: Attendance in lectures is strongly recommended. Audio or video recordings of the lecture may not be available.
Textbook Resources: Selected topics from:
A. Smaili and F. Mrad, “Mechatronics, Integrated Technologies for Intelligent Machines”, Oxford University Press, 2008.
Nanua Singh, “Systems Approach to Computer-integrated Design and Manufacturing”
Serope Kalpakjian, “Manufacturing Engineering and Technology”
Additional recommended readings will be assigned and provided in iLearn.
Technology and Software: We will make use of MATLAB for modelling and Arduino for embedded system programming. Students will also use python for neural net coding. You will have access to computers with this software during prac, however access to these programs outside of prac will be beneficial. We strongly recommend students bring their own devices with admin privileges.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4 December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
Students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central).
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) 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 or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Student Support
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Learning Skills
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to help you improve your marks and take control of your study.
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
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IT Help
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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.
Changes from Previous Offering
Retiring of ROS content. Expanded brushless motor content.
Number of reports reduced from 5 to 4.
Changes in Response to Student Feedback
We will be providing pairs of students with a set of prac equipment that can be taken home. Students will be responsible for its safekeeping.