ENTC 4957/5957 - Introduction to Mechatronics

ENTC 4957/5957-002 (4 credits). Introduction to Mechatronics. The design and development of both remote controlled and autonomous robotics. Lecture and Lab.

The purpose of this class is to allow the students to work on a real world engineering technology assignment with complex requirements. Upon the successful completion of the course, the student will have developed and demonstrated the ability to:
• design and fabricate a mechanical structure for fulfilling a predetermined task;
• develop a microcontrolled system of motors and sensors for this structure;
• program the completed robotic system to perform other dissimilar tasks;
• work together with other classmates in a collaborative effort towards a more complex system;

III - Texts and Materials

Required Textbook:  None 

Attendance may be taken at any time during each class meeting. Your presence and participation are important.  In-class design/programming assignments will not necessarily be announced prior to those class meeting(s).

Grading is based on your performance as revealed in your in-class laboratories, homework assignments, project presentation and report, the midterm exam, and the final exam.

1. Project………….….…………………………….….………………………..………………50%
2. Paper/Presentation.…………………………………………………………..……………..50%

Minimum Score to Receive

A = 90, B+ = 87, B = 83, B- = 80, C+ = 77, C = 73, C- = 70, D+ = 67, D = 60, F = Below 60%

Students with documented needs for note taking, test taking, or other classroom accommodations should make arrangements with the instructor early in the term. Contact the ETSU Disability Services, Lower Level D.P. Culp Center (Seahorn Rd. entrance)
Voice: (423) 439-8346; Fax: (423) 439-8489; TDD: (423) 439-8370

VI - Attachment Link for Academic Misconduct, Disabilities, Counseling, Dates, Tutoring, etc.
http://www.etsu.edu/reg/academics/syllabus.aspx