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MASA2352

Mechatronics

This course is no longer taught and is only available for examination.

Credits 7.5
Level Intermediate course, level II
Language of instruction English and norwegian
Location Ålesund
Examination arrangement Portfolio assessment and oral examination

About

About the course

Course content

- Mechatronic methodology: Introduction to mechatronic systems and robots. - Introduction to mathematical models, with kinematics and course descriptions. - Basic mechatronic components: Mechanical, hydraulic and electrical. - Linking elements, interfaces. - Sensors and actuators. - Control systems including microcontrollers and communications. - Software: Java and C ++ - Examples from today's research on robots and mechatronics.

Learning outcome

The candidate - has knowledge of complex systems of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical elements and the interaction between these elements. - has knowledge of the design, interconnection and management of mechatronic systems. - has knowledge of simple digital tools used in the design of systems. Skills: The candidate - can design and build simple mechatronic systems. - can work with measuring elements, actuators and related software General competence: The candidate - can plan the introduction and use of mechatronic systems. - can see the possibilities and benefits of mechatronics in industrial production and products. - can assess the limitations and hazards of mechatronic installations. - may consider the use of mechatronics in non-industrial contexts.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures and exercises individually and in groups. A mechatronic system must be designed, constructed, built and tested. Regular exercises are given through the work's progress, both as small sub-projects and theory exercises. Lectures and exercises follow the development of the product.

Each student must go through the HSE/lab course at the department of Ocean operations and civil engineering before gaining access to its lab facilities.

Further on evaluation

The candidates will work in groups of 2-3 members. Each group must deliver a folder consisting of the compulsory semester assignment (counts 40%, each group member may get an individual grade) and present orally (counts 60%, each group member may get an individual grade) the work that has been done. The semester assignment must be passed in order to take the oral exam.

The re-sit exam will be in the coming spring semester in May/June. It is only available for students with a passed semester assignment from the autumn semester. Exam is oral.

Course materials

Lecture notes and powerpoint presentations.

Subject areas

  • Engineering

Contact information

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Portfolio assessment and oral examination
Grade: Letter grades

Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025

Portfolio assessment
Weighting 40/100 Exam system Inspera Assessment
Oral examination
Weighting 60/100 Duration 30 minutes