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ATTACHMENT A
COURSE OUTLINE
COURSE INFORMATION
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Course Title:
Course Number:
Electrical Components
EMA-110
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Lecture, Lab and
Credit Breakdown:
3 Hr/Lecture 2 Hr/Lab  4 Credits
Course Prerequisites:
MTH-052 (Basic knowledge of Algerba)
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is a study of the basic electrical components in a mechatronic system. Topics covered will include
basic functions and physical properties of electrical components; the systematic flow of energy and
measurement of components; troubleshooting techniques and strategies to identify, localize and correct
malfunctions; and systematic preventive maintenance and electrical component safety. Technical
documentation such as data sheets, schematics, timing diagrams and system specifications will also be covered.
GENERAL COURSE OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this course, the students will have the necessary knowledge and skills to:
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Describe what a mechatronic system is, and the inter-relationships of components
and modules within a system.
Describe the flow of energy, mass and information in the system.
Explain the role of electrical components in complex mechatronic system and
subsystems.
Describe troubleshooting, maintenance and safety issues within a mechatronic system.
COURSE COMPETENCIES/LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
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Show knowledge of the historical development of what comprises a mechatronic system or module.
Describe and apply electric safety rules while working on a mechatronic system
Develop an understanding of the specific roles of various electrical components within a given system or
module
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Analyze basic circuits using Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff’s laws and Watt’s law.
Analyze effectively series and parallel electrical circuits
Explain the physical operation of electromagnetic and electrostatic components such as coils, solenoids,
relays, and various sensors used in a mechatronic system
Explain the basic physical properties of electrical components such as resistors, capacitors, diodes,
transformers, relays, and power supplies
Read, analyze and utilize the technical documents such as data sheets, timing diagrams, operation
manuals, and schematics for a mechatronic system
Evaluate operative measurements on electrical components in a mechatronic system and understand
how to interpret the results
Effectively troubleshoot malfunctions in electrical components, based upon the technical
documentation.
Describe how to trace and describe the flow of electrical energy in a mechatronic system
TOPICAL COURSE OUTLINE
Week 1
History of mechatronics and the understanding of the system approach.
Review complete mechatronics system, PLC controls, wiring, electrical elements, pneumatics,
and mechanical elements
Week 2
Basic electrical fundamentals and applications.
Study ohms law
Basic troubleshooting strategy
Circuit diagrams Electrical safety
Week 3
Electrical fundamentals and applications.
Series and parallel circuit study.
Kirchhoff’s law.
Basic troubleshooting strategy Introduction to instrumentation
Week 4
Electrical Fundamentals parallel circuits, Wheatstone bridge and balancing bridges
Troubleshooting parallel circuitry
Circuit diagrams Introduce
Reed switches
Week 5
Electrical Fundamentals Current dividers and parallel circuitry.
Troubleshooting parallel circuits
Introduce relays
Week 6
Electrical fundamentals Combination parallel and series circuits.
Voltage dividers
Introduce indicators
Week 7
Electrical fundamentals Wheatstone bridge and balancing bridges.
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Power applications
Troubleshooting bridges Introduce solenoids
Mid Term Exam
Week 8
Electrical fundamentals Electromagnetism, magnetic fields , induction Introduce switches and
photoelectric sensors
Week 9
Electrical fundamentals Dc motors and generators Introduce capacitive sensors
Week 10
Electrical fundamentals Introduction to AC circuitry.
Discussion on sine wave
Instrumentation for measurement
Week 11
Electrical fundamentals AC motors, non-sinusoidal waveforms
Introduce inductive sensors
Week 12
Electrical fundamentals Capacitors, inductors, diodes, and transistors
Discuss system wiring diagrams
Week 13
Electrical fundamentals Dc power supplies and transformers
Review complete mechatronic system
Week 14
Review complete mechatronic system
Week 15
Final Examination
The schedule is subject to change at the discretion of the instructor.
REFERENCES, RESOURCES, AND LEARNING MATERIALS
TEXTS: Electronic Fundamentals Circuits, Devices, and Applications,8th edition, Floyd, T.L., Prentice Hall,
ISBN #0-13-507295-6
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Reviewed and Approved by:
8/7/2013
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Division Dean
Date
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