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MTRN2060 – Introduction to Mechatronics
2020 – Session 2, Special circumstance, North Ryde
Notice
As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group learning activities on campus for the second half-year, while keeping an online version available for those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.
To check the availability of face to face activities for your unit, please go to timetable viewer. To check detailed information on unit assessments visit your unit's iLearn space or consult your unit convenor.
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Lecturer and Convenor
David Inglis
Contact via x9144
9WW-321
Tuesday 4-5pm, Thursday 8-9am
Tutor
Syed Muhammad Nawazish Ali
Tutor
Foez Ahmed
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
((PHYS1510 or PHYS140) or ((PHYS1020 or PHYS106) and (PHYS1010 or PHYS107))) and (MATH1020 or MATH1025 or MATH136 or MATH133)
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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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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: Demonstrate theoretical and practical understanding of a modern micro-controller
- ULO2: Demonstrate theoretical and practical use of a variety of sensors, actuators, and appropriate interfacing electronics.
- ULO3: Demonstrate practical use and theoretical understanding of electromechanics and small DC motors.
- ULO4: Apply creativity and initiative in building self-directed mechatronic systems.
- ULO5: Demonstrate a qualitative understanding of system response, including 2nd order systems.
General Assessment Information
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).
Late submissions and Resubmissions
Late submissions for assignments will attract a penalty of 10/100 marks per day. Extenuating circumstances will be considered upon lodgement of an application for special consideration. Re-submissions of work are not allowed.
There will be practical classes in week 1
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Sensor Data Analysis | 2% | No | Week 5 |
| Final Exam | 35% | No | Formal Exam Period |
| Self Directed Practical Project | 7% | No | Week 13 |
| Weekly Practical Tasks | 40% | No | Weekly |
| Online Quizes | 16% | No | Weekly |
Sensor Data Analysis
Assessment Type 1: Problem set
Indicative Time on Task 2: 4 hours
Due: Week 5
Weighting: 2%
students will be given raw data from an accelerometer and asked to analyze the data.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate theoretical and practical use of a variety of sensors, actuators, and appropriate interfacing electronics.
- Demonstrate a qualitative understanding of system response, including 2nd order systems.
Final Exam
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 18 hours
Due: Formal Exam Period
Weighting: 35%
2 hour closed book exam. 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.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate theoretical and practical understanding of a modern micro-controller
- Demonstrate theoretical and practical use of a variety of sensors, actuators, and appropriate interfacing electronics.
- Demonstrate practical use and theoretical understanding of electromechanics and small DC motors.
- Demonstrate a qualitative understanding of system response, including 2nd order systems.
Self Directed Practical Project
Assessment Type 1: Project
Indicative Time on Task 2: 11 hours
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 7%
In the final two weeks of term you will complete and present a mechatronic project of your own design. The rubric for this task will be posted on iLearn.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate theoretical and practical understanding of a modern micro-controller
- Demonstrate theoretical and practical use of a variety of sensors, actuators, and appropriate interfacing electronics.
- Apply creativity and initiative in building self-directed mechatronic systems.
Weekly Practical Tasks
Assessment Type 1: Practice-based task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 33 hours
Due: Weekly
Weighting: 40%
You will complete small projects in practical sessions with guidance provided by worksheets. Completion of the tasks during the allocated on-campus time will require significant preparation at home using the required electronics equipment.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate theoretical and practical understanding of a modern micro-controller
- Demonstrate theoretical and practical use of a variety of sensors, actuators, and appropriate interfacing electronics.
- Demonstrate practical use and theoretical understanding of electromechanics and small DC motors.
- Demonstrate a qualitative understanding of system response, including 2nd order systems.
Online Quizes
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 22 hours
Due: Weekly
Weighting: 16%
Weekly online quizzes can be taken outside of class and can be attempted multiple times. A delay between attempts may be imposed to encourage students to attempt the quiz before lecture.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate theoretical and practical understanding of a modern micro-controller
- Demonstrate theoretical and practical use of a variety of sensors, actuators, and appropriate interfacing electronics.
- Demonstrate practical use and theoretical understanding of electromechanics and small DC motors.
- Demonstrate a qualitative understanding of system response, including 2nd order systems.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
Textbook
Introduction to Mechatronics and Measurement Systems by Alciatore and Histand. (3rd or 4th Edition is suitable)
Equipment
You must have your own Arduino electronics kit (as supplied to you in ENGG1000). It must contain the following items:
1 arduino, 1 breadboard, 30 wires, 10 LEDs various color, 10 330R, 2 10kR, 1 turnpot, 2 pushbottons, 1 buzzer,
You will be supplied with the following components. 1 photoresistor, 1 temperature sensor, 1 transistor (BJT or MOSFET) (500mA), 1 diode, 2 ~200R, 2 ~100R, 2 ~75R, 1 cheap DC motor, 1 INA125 instrumentation amplifier,
Textbook homepage: http://mechatronics.colostate.edu/
Technology and Software: We will use Arduino microcontrollers for all practical sessions. You will also be expected to analyse data using matlab, MS Excel or some other program of your choice.
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
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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
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
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
Deeper coverage of magnetic systems to include nonlinear materials in magnetic circuits.
Re-arrangement of prac topics to allow for less on-campus time