MECT07026 2019 Mechatronics Project 300

General Details

Full Title

Mechatronics Project 300

Transcript Title

Mechatronics Project 300

Code

MECT07026

Attendance

N/A %

Subject Area

MECT - 0719 Mechatronics

Department

MENG - Mech. and Electronic Eng.

Level

07 - Level 7

Credit

10 - 10 Credits

Duration

Stage

Fee

€

Start Term

2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20

End Term

9999 - The End of Time

Author(s)

John Hession, Eamonn Reddin, Kevin Collins

Programme Membership

SG_EMTRN_B07 201900 Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronic Engineering SG_EMTRN_J07 201900 Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronic Engineering SG_EMTRN_J07 202000 Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronic Engineering SG_EMSYS_B07 201900 Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronic Systems SG_EROBO_S07 201900 Level 7 Special Purpose Award in Robotics and Industrial Communications SG_EMECS_H08 202400 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechatronic Systems SG_EMECH_J07 202300 Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronic Engineering SG_EMTRN_B07 202300 Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronic Engineering SG_EMSYS_B07 202400 Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronic Systems

Description

This 10 credit module involves the design, construction and reporting of a mechatronics project which will typically involve the following elements:

1. Visual interface. e.g. computer screen, lcd readout, control panel with indicator lights

2. Data acquisition. i.e. measurement using appropriate sensors with conversion of signals where necessary from analog to digital and vice versa.

3. Control. The project should be capable of maintaining a measured property within defined limits and be able to cope with small disturbances. Alternatively there could be decision-making based on machine vision or counting/sorting functions. Switching something on and off is not sufficient.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;

Design a system typically incorporating a visual interface, data acquisition and control to meet a defined aim

Demonstrate the application of theory covered in Level 7 in the design of hardware for the project. Students are encouraged to use 3-D printing technology either in prototyping or the manufacture of final components.

Research and select components/software/control methods

Assess the potential safety hazards associated with the project and complete the corresponding risk assessment form.

Demonstrate the ability to plan and manage the project (inc.budget and time)

Build and test a system typically incorporating a visual interface, data acquisition and control to meet a defined aim

Evaluate the project and made recommendations as appropriate

Effectively communicate the project concept, project plan and design via areport, presentation and interview

Module Assessment Strategies

Physical project 50%

Evidence of planning 10%

Presentation 10%

Report 30%

Indicative Syllabus

-Implementation of Project Management skills (e.g. Gantt Charts, Budget control)
- Risk Assessment
- Concept Design and Evaluation
- Research and selection of components/software
- Detailed design involving as appropriate: Instrumentation; Data Acquisition, PLC programming, Robotics; Vision systems;Process control; Motor Control.

The techniques in 5 above are commonly encountered in industrial systems (electrical, mechanical, fluid and thermal.)

Coursework & Assessment Breakdown

End of Semester / Year Formal Exam

100 %

Coursework Assessment

	Title	Type	Form	Percent	Week	Learning Outcomes Assessed
1	Project construction and operation	Coursework Assessment	UNKNOWN	50 %	End of Year	1,2,3,6
2	Performance Evaluation of project planning	Coursework Assessment	UNKNOWN	10 %	OnGoing	4,5
3	Presentation of finished project	Coursework Assessment	UNKNOWN	10 %	End of Year	8
4	Written Report of project	Coursework Assessment	UNKNOWN	30 %	End of Year	1,2,3,7,8

Module Resources

Non ISBN Literary Resources

Authors	Title	Publishers	Year
Gray and Larson	Project Management	McGraw-Hill	2006

Other Resources

None

Additional Information

None