Fundamentals of Mechatronics & Industrial Maintenance

This is an introductory course to the study of electro-mechanical systems controlled by programmable logic controllers (PLCs)/microcontrollers. The course concentrates on an introduction to mechatronics, programing logic controller (PLC), microcontrollers, machine operation, safety, PLC and robot programing, sensors, limit switches, and 3D model designs. Labs and class projects are designed to give students hands-on experience on 3D printer, Allen Bradley Compactlogix controller, Fanuc industrial robot and mechatronics assembly line.
Date:
2014
Primary Material Type:
Syllabus
Institution:
South Arkansas Community College
Funding Source:
TAACCCT Round 3
Subjects:
manufacturing, industrial technology, industrial maintenance

Industry / Occupation

Industry Partner:
Martin Resource Management
Industry Sector:
Manufacturing -- Miscellaneous Manufacturing (339)
Occupation:
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations (49-0000)

Education / Instructional Information

Instructional Program:
Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians (47)
Credit Type:
  • Credit
Credential Type:
  • Certificate
Educational Level of Materials:
  • 1st year Community College or equivalent
Time Required:
full semester
Language:
English (United States)
Interactivity Type:
Active - requires user to respond to prompts, questions, etc.
Quality Note:
A rubric adapted from another Consortium will be used. All SME reports will be uploaded by 30 September 2017
Quality of Subject Matter was assured by:
  • Participation as an ongoing member of team developing the instructional materials
  • Other
Quality of Online/Hybrid Course Design assured by:
  • None
Course Note:
Industrial Technology/Mechatronics

Accessibility

Accessibility Features:
  • Text Access - Text to Speech
  • Text Adjust - Compatible
  • Text Adjustment - Adjust Font and Colors
  • Non Flickering Content

Copyright / Licensing

Primary License:
Creative Commons License
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