| Description: |
This course introduces students to engineering
and design as a synergistic combination of mechanical and
electrical engineering, computer science, control and
information technology. Fundamental concepts in engineering
and design are addressed including analog and digital
electronics, sensors, actuators, microprocessors, and
microprocessor interfacing to electromechanical
systems. This is a "hands-on" course, all concepts will be
introduced in an interactive lab/lecture environment. |
| Texts: |
What's a Microcontroller
Robotic
IR Remote for the Boe-Bot
Basic Stamp Manual |
| Instructor: |
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| Meeting Times: |
WF 12:30-2:15 |
| Late Start Times: |
WF 1:10-2:40 |
| Objectives: |
Developmental Learning Objectives
- Create a sense of community among the students.
- Increase the student's interest in engineering.
- Increase the student's potential for success by developing
responsibility and good study skills.
Skill-Based Learning Objectives
- Develop effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Develop problem-solving skills including quantitative
reasoning and critical thinking by developing algorithms.
- Understand the principles of operation of microcontrollers and
sensors.
- Understand the principles of robot locomotion.
- Integrate a system of microcontrollers, sensors and actuators
into a complex robotic system.
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| Grading: |
| Quizes |
7 * 25 |
175 |
| Assignments |
1 * 15 |
15 |
| Lab Exercises |
22 * 10 |
220 |
| Projects |
2 * 75 |
150 |
| Total Points |
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560 |
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| Late Policy: |
Late assignments will not be accepted. As expected
in an professional setting, assignments are due at the time
and date specified in the statement of the problem. As
per the catalog, students
will be excused if they have documented emergencies or are
representing UNCA on university-sanctioned travel.
An equipment failure
is not an excuse for turning in an assignment late. |
| Letter Grades: |
Letter grades are assigned based on the percentage of
available points obtained by a student. 100% to 90% guarantees an A,
89% to 80% guarantees a B, and so on. The instructors reserve the
option of relaxing the cut-offs for a letter grade in special circumstances.
Plus and minus grades will be used for this course. |
