Course Outline 1 ENGINEERING 1040: Mechanisms and Electric Circuits Contact Info Electric Circuits Mechanisms and Mechatronics Instructor Dr. R. Venkatesan Mr. Dennis Fifield E- mail venky@mun.ca fifieldengr@gmail.com Phone 864-7962 864-6730 Office Location EN- 4015 EN- 3038 Office Hours Mon. 3:00 4:00 pm Thu. 2:00 3.00 pm Tue. 12:00 1:00 pm Fri. 2:00 3.00 pm Teaching Assistants: Course Info Sites: Communication Contact TA for Circuits modules: thumeerawa@mun.ca Contact TA for Mechanisms modules: dionhicks@gmail.com Electric Circuits D2L Mechanisms and Mechatronics www.engr.mun.ca/~fifield/eng1040 Students may contact the course instructors using MUN email, through D2L (Electric Circuits), or by visiting the instructor s office during Office Hours. CALENDAR ENTRY Mechanisms and Electric Circuits is offered in two serial modules, including laboratory and workshop practice, and a team project to expose students to the concept of system integration involving electrical and mechanical systems. The electrical module provides an introduction to dc circuits, with an analysis of dc circuits used in control, measurement and instrumentation systems. The mechanism module provides an introduction to machine components such as belts, pulleys, gears, and simple linkages. The laboratory and workshop component introduces students to hands- on practice in basic laboratory instruments, tools and safety procedures. A team project involves the construction, assembly and testing of a simple mechanism. PREREQUISITES: CREDIT VALUE: Level III Physics or Physics 1051 (which may be taken concurrently) and Mathematics 1000 (which may be taken concurrently). 3 credits COURSE DESCRIPTION The broad aims of the course are to teach students 1) to learn the concepts and principles that apply to electric circuit analysis, and 2) to develop problem-solving skills by emphasizing the application of conceptual understanding to the solution of electric circuit problems.
Course Outline 2 MAJOR TOPICS Introduction E1- Basic Circuits o Fundamental electrical properties, including current, voltage, energy, power, and resistance; Ohm s law o Kirchhoff's voltage and current laws o Simple resistive circuits in series and parallel combinations o Basic applications of electrical circuits X1- Mechanisms Basic Mechanical Quantities: Types of motion Force, torque Rotational/translational position, velocity and acceleration Work/energy and power Power transmission systems: Gears Belts/pulleys Power screws Electrical Actuators: Solenoids DC and stepper motors Motor sizing (torque, speed, power) Mechanical Actuators: Hydraulic and pneumatic actuators Simple calculations of work/energy and power for a manual hydraulic jack M2- Circuit Analysis o Circuits with multiple sources; controlled voltage and current sources o Techniques for analyzing circuits, including node- voltage and mesh- current analysis o Superposition o Thévenin and Norton equivalents; source transformation o Maximum power transfer E2- Mechatronics Review of Number Systems: Binary and hexadecimal representations 2 s complement notation Microcontroller Fundamentals: Introduction to embedded systems (i.e., what is a microcontroller?) Microcontroller development tools Programming basics Interfacing: Digital I/O Basic interfacing: reading a switch, driving an LED Analog I/O: interfacing analog sensors
Course Outline 3 LEARNING OUTCOMES (Basic Circuits (E1) and Circuit Analysis (M2) Components) The study of the above topics will enable the student to: Define current, voltage, and power, including their units. Identify and describe the characteristics of basic electric circuit elements (resistance, voltage and current sources, as well as recognize series and parallel connections. State element law (Ohm s law) and circuit laws (Kirchhoff s current and voltage laws). Apply element and circuit laws to solve for currents, voltages, and powers in simple circuits. Understand and apply the principles of voltage- division and current division. Apply the node- voltage and mesh- current techniques to solve circuits (i.e. find currents, voltages and powers of interest). Find Thévenin and Norton equivalents and apply source transformation. Understand and apply the concepts of superposition and maximum power transfer. Measure currents and voltages using laboratory instruments and techniques. Apply principles and techniques developed to design simple and practical electric circuits. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: Apply fundamental circuits laws to solve circuits (GA01, GA02) Demonstrate problem- solving skills (GA02) Conduct experiments, analysis and interpretation of results for electric circuits (GA02, GA03) Design simple circuits to satisfy given criteria (GA04) Work as a member of a team (GA06) Comprehend and respond to clear instructions, as well as write effective reports (GA03, GA07) LEARNING OUTCOMES (Mechanical (X1) and Mechatronics (E2) Components) The study of the above topics will enable the student to: Define force, torque, work, energy and their units Solve basic mechanical problems dealing with rotational/translational position, velocity, and acceleration Understand kinematic systems that include gears, belts/pulleys, and power screws. Learn how electrical actuators work, such as Solenoids, DC/Stepper motors. Study the operation of mechanical actuators including hydraulic and pneumatic actuators. Learn different number systems and how to convert from one to another Learn what a microcontroller is and how to use them Introduction of basic programming of microcontrollers in C Learn how to interface a microcontroller to switches, LEDs, and sensors Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: Apply fundamental mechanical laws to solve forces applied to a body (GA01, GA02) Demonstrate problem- solving skills (GA02) Conduct experiments, analysis and interpretation of results for objects in motion (GA02, GA03) Design simple mechanical apparatus to satisfy given criteria (GA04) Design with tools and resources available, including manufacturing and rapid prototyping equipment (GA05) Work as a member of a team (GA06) Comprehend and respond to clear instructions, as well as write effective project reports (GA03, GA07) RESOURCES
Course Outline 4 TEXT BOOK: Electrical: Engineering 1040 - Electric Circuits, Faculty of Engineering, Memorial University of Newfoundland, Nilsson & Riedel, Pearson Custom Library, ISBN 978-1- 269-77607- 3, (Required for the course and available in MUN bookstore.) Mechanical: No text is available; resources will be made available through the website. LAB MANUAL: LAB Supply: Electrical: Lab manuals containing instructions for the labs will be posted on the course information site on D2L Mechanical: Lab guidelines have been posted on the website Memorial UNiversity Microcontroller DEvelopment BoaRd ( MUNder ) is available in the MUN bookstore (One per Group is required) SCHEDULE COURSE STRUCTURE: The course is divided into two subject areas, each consisting of 2 modules, for a total of 4 modules. Mechanical: (X1) Mechanisms (E2) Mechatronics Electrical: (E1) Basic Circuits (M2) Circuit Analysis The following schedule applies: Dates Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 Section 4 Section 5 Section 6 Wed., Sep. 3 Module Module Module Module Module Module to Wed., Sep. 24 E1 E1 M1 M1 E1 M1 Thu. Sep., 25 Module Module Module Module Module Module to Mon. Oct., 20 M1 M1 E1 E1 M1 E1 Wed., Oct. 22 Module 11 Module Module Module Module Module to Wed., Nov. 12 E2 E2 M2 M2 E2 M2 Thu., Nov. 13 Module Module Module Module Module Module to Wed, Dec. 3 M2 M2 E2 E2 M2 E2 A detailed schedule is posted on the course information sites. Changes may be announced in class LABS: Rooms: Participation: Safety: Manuals: Reports*: There will be experiments associated with each module of the course. All Electrical labs are in EN- 1038 and all Mechanical labs are in EN- 1020. Full participation in all labs in the course is compulsory for all students. Failure to participate in all labs may result in a mark of INCOMPLETE for the course. Students are expected to demonstrate awareness of, and personal accountability for, safe laboratory conduct. Safe work practices must be followed as indicated for individual laboratories, materials and equipment. Students must immediately report any concerns regarding safety to the teaching assistant, staff technologist, and professor. Lab manuals containing instructions for the labs are posted on the course information sites (Electric Circuits - D2L; Mechanical See course website) For the electrical labs, each experiment will be undertaken in groups of 2 students. Only one record of experimental results and one formal report per lab is expected
Course Outline 5 Schedule: TAs: Due Dates: from each group but both students are required to contribute equally to every report. The experimental results recorded during the lab session must be signed by one of the TAs before the student leaves the lab. Lab reports must be submitted in- class on the dates indicated on the Course Schedule. The experimental results sheet(s), signed by the TA, must be appended to the lab report. Additional information on the lab report will be posted on the D2L site. The lab schedule can be found on the Course Schedule posted on the D2L site. Teaching assistants will be available to assist during the lab sessions. A report will be considered late if it is not submitted in class. Late lab reports will be given a mark penalty of at least 10% and may not be accepted. * See the comments on Academic Integrity below. PROJECT: In the last few weeks of the term, students, working in teams of four, will work on a project that integrates aspects of the course. All students must contribute substantially to their team's project. The project will involve the design of a robotic vehicle controlled using a microcontroller, culminating in a competition between teams on Tuesday, December 2 at 5:00 pm. The grade for the project will be based on (1) a final Design Report prepared by each team and (2) Performance during the competition. Further details of the project will be announced during the term. See the comments on Academic Integrity below. PRACTICE PROBLEMS, QUIZZES, AND THE ENGINEERING ONE HELP CENTRE: The course will have unmarked practice problems and one 15- mins Quiz associated with each module. The dates for the quizzes are indicated in the course schedule (Sep. 12, Oct. 6, Oct. 31 and Nov. 24). Completion of the practice problems is crucial to developing an understanding of the course material. The Engineering One Help Centre (EN- 3076) staff will be available to assist with questions that arise from the practice problems. You may also seek help from the course instructors during office hours or at the end of class. The Practice Problems will be posted on the D2L site. TERM TESTS: There will be two term tests scheduled as shown below Sections Test Time, Date and Location 1, 2, 5 Test 1 Electric Circuits 8:00 8:50 am, Wed., Sep. 24, Room EN 1054 Test 2 - Mechanisms 8:00 8:50 am, Mon., Oct. 20, Room EN 2040 3, 4, 6 Test 1 - Mechanisms 8:00 8:50 am, Wed., Sep. 24, Room EN 1054 Test 2 Electric Circuits 8:00 8:50 am, Mon., Oct. 20, Room EN 2040 COURSE EVALUATION The final grade for the course will be determined as follows: Test 1 Test 2 Quiz Labs* Project* Final Exam Total* 10% 10% 4% 10% 16% 50% 100% *A student must receive a grade of at least 50% in the combined tests and final exam to have his/her labs and project factored into the final grade. Otherwise, the marks for the labs and project will be factored into the final grade but the highest grade the student can receive is 50%. CALCULATOR POLICY
Course Outline 6 Only basic, non- programmable scientific calculators are allowed as aids during tests and exams. Other electronic aids, programmable calculators or calculators with symbolic manipulation, text storage and graphics capabilities (e.g. TI- 83 and TI- 84), as well as other aids (books, notes, formula sheets, electronic translators and devices, smart phones, etc.) are NOT allowed in term tests and final examinations. Unauthorized use of the above aids or devices during tests and examinations will be considered as an academic offence. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT Cheating on tests and examinations, or copying laboratory reports will be dealt with in accordance with the procedures outlined under Academic Misconduct in the University Calendar. Students are expected to conduct themselves in all aspects of the course at the highest level of academic integrity. Any work for which the student is claiming credit should be original work and the source of any submitted material which is not original must be given proper credit. Any student found to commit academic misconduct will be dealt with according to the Faculty and University practices. More information is available at www.engr.mun.ca/undergrad/academicintegrity. Students are encouraged to consult the Student Code of Conduct at http://www.engr.mun.ca/policies/codeofconduct.php and Memorial University s Code of Student Conduct at http://www.mun.ca/student/home/conduct.php. INCLUSION AND EQUITY Students who require physical or academic accommodations are encouraged to speak privately to the instructor so that appropriate arrangements can be made to ensure full participation in the course. All conversations will remain confidential. The university experience is enriched by the diversity of viewpoints, values, and backgrounds that each class participant possesses. In order for this course to encourage as much insightful and comprehensive discussion among class participants as possible, there is an expectation that dialogue will be collegial and respectful across disciplinary, cultural, and personal boundaries. STUDENT ASSISTANCE Student Affairs and Services offers help and support in a variety of areas, both academic and personal. More information can be found at www.mun.ca/student.