48623 Mechatronics 2

6cp
Requisite(s): 48622 Mechatronics 1
Subject coordinator: Professor Gamini Dissanayake

This subject builds on and brings together the concepts introduced in Mechatronics 1, Embedded C, Electronics and Circuits and Object-oriented Programming. It is intended to provide students with comprehensive hands on experience in system design. The concepts of sensing, actuation, control, hardware and software are demonstrated through two practical systems, Pioneer, and CRUISE. Pioneer robot is a commercially available unit whereas CRUISE is a utility vehicle equipped with various sensors to be used in urban road safety related research.

Subject matter includes: PLCs, sensing, actuation, control, memory and interfacing circuits, tools for microprocessor based system design, development and testing of prototype systems. The subject includes a major project where groups of students design, develop and commission a microprocessor-based product.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $907.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,532.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.125

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