Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Catalog - 2016-2017
MECH 435 - INTRO TO MECHATRONICS
Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO ENERGY-EFFICIENT MECHATRONICS
Department: Mechanical Engineering
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): ELEC 242 OR ELEC 243
Description: Introduction to electromechanical systems, focusing on motor mechanics, electric drives & electronics, & modern digital control algorithms. Covers basic principles of electromechanical energy conversion & motor control. Students are introduced to energy efficiency considerations of modern electric drives. Includes hands-on laboratory projects involving digital computer control of various motor types. Cross-list: ELEC 435, Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: MECH 535. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for MECH 435 if student has credit for MECH 535.