Course content

This course module is the continuation of Mechatronics I, II and III.

Mechatronic methodology:

• Introduction to mechatronic systems and robots.
• Introduction to mathematical models, with kinematics and path descriptions.

Basic mechatronic components of the systems:

• Mechanical, hydraulic and electrical.
• Interconnection of elements, interface.
• Sensors and actuators.
• Control systems including microcontrollers and communication.
• Modeling and simulation.
• Examples from current research on robots and mechatronics.

Learning outcome

Knowledge:

The candidate:

• has knowledge of mechatronics with a full overview including mechanical system, hardware system, control system and software system.
• has knowledge of complex systems of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical elements and the interaction between these elements.
• has knowledge of design, interconnection and control of mechatronic systems
• has knowledge of simple digital tools used for the design of systems
• has an ability to integrate all related knowledge into a whole to handle mechatronics projects.

Skills:

The candidate:

• can understand challenges in mechatronic systems and industrial systems.
• can design and build simple mechatronic systems and robots.
• can work with measuring elements, actuators and associated software.

General competence

The candidate:

• can plan the introduction and use of mechatronic systems.
• can solve the challenges of the modern mechatronic system in a systematic way.
• can see the possibilities and benefits of mechatronics in industrial production and products.
• can assess the limitations and dangers of mechatronic installations.
• can assess the use of mechatronics in non-industrial contexts.

Learning methods and activities

Pedagogical methods:

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

Compulsory activities

• Mandatory work requirements.
• Projects in groups.
• Oral presentation.

Further on evaluation

Candidates will work in groups of 2-3 members. Each group must submit a term paper (counts 40%), and present orally (counts 60%) the work done. The term paper must be passed in order to take the oral exam.

The re-sit exam will be in the coming spring semester in March. The exam is oral only.

Specific conditions

Required previous knowledge

Admission to study program required:

• MASA1101 Mechatronics I Introduction, 3D modeling and product development.
• MASA1102 Mechatronics II Microcontrollers & sensors.
• MASA2201 Mechatronics III Applied Control.

Course materials

Lecture notes and powerpoint presentations.