ITB5150

Module code

ITB5150

Module title

Mechatronics

Prescription

The purpose of this module is to introduce the student to the fundamental concepts, principles and methods of mechatronics (as they apply to IT solutions, interfaces and measurements) and information technology.

NZQA Level

Level 5

NZQA Credits

15

Delivery method

Web-Supported

Learning hours

Total learning hours: 150

Resources required

Content: - Basic electrical terms (units and circuit calculations)
- Transistors
- Operational amplifiers
- Basic logic gates
- Truth tables
- ANC and DAC circuits
- Semi-conductors
- Peripheral circuits and interfaces
- Modulation
- Propagation of signals
- Microprocessors
- Voice and video signals
Learning Outcomes: On completion of this module students will be able to:
1. Discuss and use basic electric components, circuit analysis techniques and circuit construction good practices
2. Describe and use discrete semiconductor components
3. Discuss the concept of analogue signal processing and implementation using operational amplifiers
4. Discuss the technologies used by basic digital circuits and describe the circuit operation
5. Demonstrate knowledge of combinational digital circuits
6. Demonstrate knowledge of sequential digital circuits
7. Demonstrate knowledge of data acquisition techniques
8. Describe simple sample and hold methods of analogue-to-digital circuits
9. Explain the supporting theory and technology for displays
10. Explain the supporting theory and implementation technology for sensors
11. Discuss and explain the concepts of signal processing and storage
12. Describe the architecture of and program a basic microprocessor and microcontroller
Teaching and Learning Strategy: Teaching methods will involve theoretical and practical classes which may include but are not limited to lectures, tutorials, computer laboratory work, group activities and assignments
Assessment Criteria: Criteria: This is an achievement-based module in which students must gain an overall grade of 50% to pass.

ITB5150 – Mechatronics