Orange Coast College Electronics Technology
Syllabus
Electronics 101 (4 units) Robotics 1
Syllabus for Fall 2010 v2
COURSE CONTENT AND SCOPE/TOPIC OUTLINE:
0) Assessment
1) Communication Skills
Documentation skills
Contract design
What makes a good contract
Syllabus Review
Course Contract – Student Authored
Technical Drawings
Mechanical symbols
Force diagrams
Schematic diagrams
Assembly drawings
Fabrication drawings
Engineering Journal
Technical Report
Course Notebook
Verbal Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Lab Partner
Team member
Content Competency
Explain:
How Motor Control Systems function
Compare and Contrast:
Motor types
Variable Speed Drives
Fault diagnosis methods
Demonstrate a mastery of technical vocabulary
2) Planning & Procedure
Inventory
Components
Tools
Safety
Workplace
Tools
Assembly Procedure
Square Bot
Sub Assemblies
Top Assembly
Work in Progress (WIP) Inspection
Errors
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COURSE CONTENT AND SCOPE/TOPIC OUTLINE continued:
Assembly Technique – Following Instructions
Instructions
Modifications
Improve Design
Efficiency
Reliability
Serviceability
Add Function & Capability
Push
Pull
Lift - Arm
Grab – Hand
Quality Assurance
Documentation
System Test
3) Test
Transmitter
Receiver
Embedded Programs
Quality Assurance
WIP Inspection
System Test
Functional Test
Calibration & Alignment
Friction Forces
Maneuverability
Standards & Units
Scalars
Time
Length
Mass
Temperature
Speed
Weight
Force
Work
Power
Energy
STP
4) Static’s
Fasteners
Brackets
Structures
Beams and Braces
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COURSE CONTENT AND SCOPE/TOPIC OUTLINE continued:
Levers
Vectors
Moment of Arm
- Torque
- Arc Length
Trusses
Tension
Compression
Friction
Co-efficient of Static Friction
Normal Force
Physics
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Units, physics quantities, vectors
Motion in a one and two dimensions
Newton's laws, equilibrium of a particle, and gravitation
Work and energy
Torque, equilibrium of a rigid body, and rotational, Arc Length
5) Dynamics
Thermodynamics
Simple Machines
Wedge
Screw = Arc Length = moment arm
Gears
Ratios
Types
Sprocket
Bevel
Cam
Screw Drive
Rack & Pinion
Pulleys
Torque vs. Speed
Thermodynamics
RPM
Angular Velocity
Radius = Lever Arm = Moment Arm
Wheels
Bogies
Arc Length
Top Speed vs. Torque
Thermodynamics
Energy
Power
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COURSE CONTENT AND SCOPE/TOPIC OUTLINE continued:
6) Powertrains
Motors
Permanent Magnet
Servos
Batteries
Alkaline
Re-chargeable
Ni-Cad
Testing
7) Imagineering
Scientific Method
Design Criteria
Imagination
Simplicity
Dual function
Efficiency
Weight vs. Power Ratio
Critical Thinking
Creativity
Re-Vision
What if?
Resources
Time
Manpower
Faculties
Budget
Engineering Review I
Specifications
Tournament Rules
Engineering Review II
Quality Assurance
Test
Diagnostics
Documentation
Judging Criteria
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
The student will be able to:
1. Invent robotic solutions according for specified engineering problems associated with mechanical
design.
2. Design a robot to compete according to tournament rules.
3. Diagnose and discuss their invention and modify it to improve original design.
4. Apply cooperative skills to the work place.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the function of mechanics in robotics design.
INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVES:
The student will be able to:
I Communication Skills
1. Produce documentation commonly found in industry including but not limited to: engineering
journal, technical report, wiring diagrams, schematics, assembly diagrams, data charts, data
tables, Bill of Materials, procedures, etc.
2. Explain to and/or instruct others how to: operate, calibrate, the robot they have built.
3. Explain the application of physical laws employed in the structural design.
4. Explain the application of physical laws employed in the system design.
II) Planning & Procedure
1. Create a Bill Of Materials for their design project and maintain an inventory control system for
equipment and materials
2. Inculcate the value of safety first in the workplace.
3. Develop a plan for project success that includes “Work In Progress” review to verify the design
meets specifications.
4. Adjust the plan and improve the design to meet: specifications, scheduled time lines, and
improve efficiency.
5. Improve the design by adding function and value to the original design.
Test
Test separately and collectively the integrated technologies that comprise the system design, including but
not limited to: electrical, electronic, mechanical, standards, and documentation.
Static’s
1. Analyze, and diagnose mechanical structures
2. Explain and demonstrate an ability to apply Physics Mechanical Laws and theories in structural
and chassis design.
Dynamics
1. Analyze, and diagnose simple machines
2. Explain and demonstrate an ability to apply Physics Mechanical Laws of: thermodynamics,
torque, wheels and gears in the design of robotic transport and workload systems.
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INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVES continued:
Powertrains
1. Select, construct and evaluate motors and actuators for efficient and effective design to meet
specifications.
2. Select, construct and evaluate electrical power systems including: battery types, chargers,
charging methods, series, parallel and combination battery systems.
Imagineering
1. Invent a robot to engage in tournament competition.
2. Inculcate the scientific method in the design process.
3. Verify the design meets criteria established by tournament rules of engagement.
4. Discuss and defend the robot design with regard to: abilities, restrictions and, compromises.
METHOD OF STUDENT EVALUATION:
Documentation:
Engineering Daily Journal
Notebook/Portfolio:
Syllabus
Contract
Project Reports
Tests
Class Assignments
Written, verbal, and practical tests.
Engineering Review of student design
Participation in a robotics tournament, and/or other service learning events where real-time
troubleshooting is required.
INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGIES:
This course is taught using project based learning methods that actively engage in the student in the
learning process.
Students will work cooperatively to produce assigned projects according to specifications established by
faculty and “Third Party” sources. Inquiry based lectures and discussions prepare students to understand
and apply theoretical concepts. Rules of engagement for various tournaments provide specifications for
design criteria and evaluation. The following methods are employed during the course.
 Lecture and application of ideas
 Demonstration of various approaches to problem solving
 Discussion
 Individual, paired, and small group exercises
 Instructor feedback
 Peer feedback
 Slide-lectures to illustrate concepts
 Video-lectures
 Collaborative learning
 Event debriefing discussions
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 Field trips to service learning events and industry sites
 Interactive computer use
 Graphing calculators
 Site visits
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS/PROFICIENCY DEMONSTRATION:
Documentation: Engineering Journal, notebook, project reports, Assorted research sources on and offline
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Syllabus Continued Specifications
Deliverables
The student will deliver the following components in a portfolio:
 Student Contract (Mandatory Requirement)
o This Syllabus
o Spreadsheet Of Deliverables
 Journal (Mandatory Requirement)
Original Class Notes
Lecture
Lab
Selected Chapter problems
Attendance Record
The student will document their individual effort in the form of a weekly
progress report, the report will show billable hours. Total accumulated hours
should match the modified Carnegie Unit formulae below.
 Total Hours/Class/Week = 3.3 * Units/Class = 3.3 * 3 = 9.9 H/C/W
 12 projects w/ Proficiency Assessment Scores for each project (Mandatory)
 4 (Four) Project Reports (2 Mandatory)
Use OCC ET approved format for technical reports
Record of Work-In-Progress (versions) for each report
Quality Assurance signature & date (Final Version) for each project
Note “Mandatory Requirements” must be delivered to receive a passing grade. If any of these
mandatory components are missing, The client (student) is in violation of this contract and will
not receive a passing grade.
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Syllabus Continued
Electronics A101 Robotics 1
Specifications
 All deliverable items are subject to and must pass Quality Assurance Inspection
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The student will submit the Work-In-Progress (WIP) for inspection by the instructor. This
inspection will identify the students mastery of skills and provide specific and focused
instruction for those skills that require more development. Frequent re-submittal of WIP
ensures the highest quality of work.
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Student Contract with spread sheet for tracking the students’ progress is mandatory and
must be approved by the third week of class.
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Delivery date per Technical Report no more than 3 days for first draft, no more than 10
consecutive days past project due date.
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Grade is based on:
1) Required deliverables received
2) Attendance and participation
3) Projects Completed
4) Proficiency Assessments Scores
Contact Information
 Client (Student)
Name _______________________________________
Identification Number __________________________
Phone Number ________________________________
Email address _________________________________
 Consultant:
Professore R. Castaño

(714) 432 – 5745
rcastano@occ.cccd.edu
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Office: Technology Center Bldg 114 Room 225 Lab: Room 226
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Office-Lab Hours: M-W-F 2:30-4pm T-Th 11:30-1pm & 2:30- 3pm
Notarized receipt:
I ______________________
(Print your name here)
Have read and understand the requirements listed herein.
__________________________
Signature
____________________________
Date
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