Introduction to Mechatronics
MECH 1010
2015-16
Instructor
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Course
Description
This is a Concurrent Enrollment Course, offering both high school credit through ______________ High
School and college credit through Utah Valley University. Credit from this course is transferable to all
colleges and universities. Contact the receiving institution for how the credits will be applied.
This course exposes students to the fundamentals of materials science, manufacturing processes, and the
application of automation systems in a production environment. Presents the fundamentals of the structure
of materials, classification of steel and aluminum, and introduces the basics of the mechanical properties of
materials. Covers common manufacturing processes such as casting, forming, metal removal, and heat
treating. Introduces the application of automation in manufacturing and production systems and illustrates
overall system control and data management methods.
Prerequisites
This class is available to all high school juniors and seniors in good academic standing. High school
prerequisites apply. There are no college prerequisites for this course.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:
Describe a production environment
Demonstrate an understanding of the structure of metals
Demonstrate understanding of the classification and selection of aluminum and steel
Specify the heat treating methods for aluminum and steel
Demonstrate understanding of basic manufacturing processes such as casting, forming and metal
removal
Analyze and design factory automation systems
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Course Topics
Topic
Modern Manufacturing systems
Manufacturing Materials
Material Properties in Manufacturing
Crystalline and Mechanical properties of metals
Heat Treating Metals ( Steel and Aluminum)
Traditional and Modern Machining Methods
Mechatronic Systems in Manufacturing
Power and Energy
Producing Products
Automated Manufacturing
Control of Continuous and Hybrid Processes
Computer and Network Systems in Manufacturing
Mechatronic System Construction (Small CNC Milling Machine) - Electronics
Mechatronic System Construction (Small CNC Milling Machine) – Structural/ Mechanical
Mechatronic System Construction (Small CNC Milling Machine) – Microcontroller Integration of Arduino
Text | Instructional Material
Require: Fundamentals of Modern Manufacturing: Materials, Processes, and Systems. 5th Edition.
Mikell P. Groover
Supplementary Text (Recommended, Not Required). Machinery’s Handbook 29th Edition. Erik Oberg
Required Materials: Safety Glasses, Pen, Pencil
Assessment
Department
Grading Scale
Homework & in-class assignments
Exams
60%
40%
Grade scale
A
A-
B+
B
B-
C+
C
C-
D+
D
93-100 90-92
87-89
83-86
80-82
77-79
73-76
70-72
67-69
63-66
Note: Fractional grades will be rounded up to the nearest integer for letter grade determination.
D-
E
60-62
0-59
Grades and Credit
You will receive the same grade for your high school course as you receive for your college course. Your
grade for this class will become part of your permanent college transcript and will affect your GPA. A low
grade in this course can affect college acceptance and scholarship eligibility.
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University
Academic Integrity
Utah Valley University expects all students to maintain integrity and high standards of individual honesty in
academic work, to obey the law, and to show respect for others. Students of this class are expected to
support an environment of academic integrity, have the right to such an environment, and should avoid all
aspects of academic dishonesty. Examples of academic dishonesty include plagiarizing, faking of data,
sharing information during an exam, discussing an exam with another student who has not taken the exam,
consulting reference material during an exam, submitting a written assignment which was authored by
someone other than you, and/or cheating in any form. Violators of this policy will be subject to disciplinary
action. Cheating will not be tolerated. It will result in a FAILING grade for the course.
In keeping with UVU policy, evidence of academic dishonesty may result in a failing grade in the course and
disciplinary review by the college. Additional information on this topic is published in the student handbook
and is available on the UVU website.
Students with Disabilities
If you have any disability, which may impair your ability to successfully, complete this course, please contact
the Accessibility Services office, 863-8747, BU 146. Academic accommodations are granted for all students
who have qualified documented disabilities. All services are coordinated with the Accessibility Services
office.
Dropping the Class
_________ is the last day to drop the course without it showing on your transcript.
_________ is the last day to withdraw from the class.
If you drop the high school class, you must also withdraw from the UVU class to avoid receiving an E or UW
(unofficial withdrawal).
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