Modules
The following four modules are likely to be offered in the 2022/2023 academic year:
Semester 1 - (September to December)
MECH7010 CAE & Mechanical Design
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
- Manipulate electronic CAD data for use with Computer Aided Engineering software and systems in design.
- Analyse digital prototypes using industry standard software.
- Complete a team design project by applying systematic design principles.
- Design for fatigue a range of mechanical components.
- Integrate major international standards (DIN, ISO, BS, Machinery Directive) and hazard analysis techniques into the mechanical design, operation and safety of components and machines.
MECH 7030 SCADA & Robotics
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
- Configure and use a PLC in an Integrated Control Environment.
- Design and integrate a SCADA system.
- Validate the operation of internal and external sensors used in Robotic Systems.
- Programme and control a Robotic System.
Semester 2 - (January to May)
MATH7020 Technological Maths 301
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
- Formulate and identify differential equations.
- Solve first and second order differential equations using classical methods and interpret the solutions.
- Solve first and second order differential equations using Laplace transforms and interpret the solutions.
MECH7014 Mechatronics 3 – PLC Control
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
- Analyse, simplify and solve logic circuits.
- Discuss the concepts of open-loop and closed loop systems and the resulting effects on system gain, stability and sensitivity to parameter variation and external disturbances on control systems.
- Select suitable feedback and final control elements for pneumatic control systems.
- Design PLC controlled systems, to performance specifications, using standard software for electro- pneumatic systems.
- Use an HMI to interact with a control system.