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Nov 04, 2026
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MPRO 122 - Mechatronics Electrical Systems
PROGRAM: Manufacturing Production and Operations
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2019
Introduces the fundamentals of electricity and control systems used in manufacturing and mechatronic systems. Concepts covered will include; electrical safety, AC/DC circuits, electrical measurements, circuit analysis, transformers, relay controls, timer applications, electrical terminology, types of sensors, interpretation of electrical symbols, and ladder diagrams.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Describe the hazards associated with automated machines and determine appropriate safety methods for working around electrical control systems.
- Define the following terms: voltage, resistance, direct current, alternating current, and power.
- Identify, analyze and solve electrical quantities in a series, parallel, and series-parallel circuit.
- Perform voltage, current, and resistance measurements using the proper measurement devices.
- Use Ohm’s law to calculate electrical quantities in a circuit.
- Use Kirchhoff’s laws to solve electrical quantities in a circuit.
- Explain the basic principles and operation of transformers, resistors, inductors, and capacitors.
- Identify electrical components commonly found on schematic diagrams.
- Identify and design logic circuits using relay controls.
- Identify and design a sequential control circuit using relays and limit switches.
- Identify and design timer controlled circuits.
- Design and control circuits in both auto and manual modes of operation.
- Identify and determine the proper types of sensor controls needed for machine operations.
- Solve mathematical problems related to circuit analysis.
- Verbally describe and interpret data obtained from schematic drawings.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
- Industrial safety
- Magnetism and electromotive force
- Electrical safety
- Wiring materials and methods
- Branch circuit layout
- Alternating Current
- Electrical meter usage
- Direct Current
- Transformers
- Electric schematic reading
- Series circuits
- Inductance / Capacitance
- Parallel circuits
- Circuit troubleshooting
- Electronic sensors
- Mechanical limit switches
- Inductance
- Capacitance
- Sequencing
- Timer relays
- Electromechanical relays
- Electro-pneumatic valves
- Ladder diagrams
- Logic gates
GRADING POLICY
| A |
90-100 |
| B |
80-89 |
| C |
70-79 |
| D |
60-69 |
| F |
0-59 |
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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