Mechatronics

Catalog description

This course introduces a multidisciplinary field that combines electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, control systems and computer science. It presents key aspects in the design of systems, devices and products and it aims at the analysis of the behavior and control of the systems. Topics covered in this course bring together different areas of technology involving actuation systems, computer-aided design, sensors, signal conditioning, data acquisition, and programming. Course includes hands-on activities related to acquiring experience with electronics, computer-aided design, programming, and control systems. (Cross-listed with EEEN 5312 Mechatronics.)