• MECH 2205: Semiconductors in Mechatronic Systems Lab

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): MECH 1200, MECH 1205. Corequisite(s): MECH 2200. Applies the theory of semiconductor PN junctions and discrete semiconductors such as diodes, bipolar junction transistors, and MOSFET's applied to automation control. Introduces the utilization of opto-isolators, triacs, and SCR's in controlling automation power devices.. Lab access fee of $45 applies. Corequisite:    MECH 2200
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• MECH 2300: Microcontroller Architecture and Programming

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Corequisite(s): MECH 2305. Pre- or Corequisite(s): MECH 2200 and MECH 2205 or AET 2110 and AET 2115. Teaches computer architecture and the fundamentals of computer programming in C language. Uses an IDE to develop, compile and debug C code. Introduces structured top down design and program documentation. Teaches the organization of I/O ports including alternate functions. Utilizes microcontroller communications, functions and I/O methods to interface to sensors and actuators.. Course Lab fee of $50 for materials, lab applies. Corequisite:    MECH 2305
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• MECH 2305: Microcontroller Architecture and Programming Lab

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): MECH 1205. Corequisite(s): MECH 2300. Pre- or Corequisite(s): MECH 2200 and MECH 2205 or AET 2110 and AET 2115. Applies computer architecture and the fundamentals of computer programming in C language. Uses an IDE to develop, compile and debug C code. Introduces structured top down design and program documentation. Teaches the organization of I/O ports including alternate functions. Utilizes microcontroller communications, functions and I/O methods to interface to sensors and actuators.. Course Lab fee of $387 for materials applies.. Lab access fee of $45 applies. Corequisite:    MECH 2300
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• MECH 2400: Mechanical Components

  4.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): MECH 1010. Teaches students how to select, design, and analyze mechanical components that are used in manufacturing automation systems. Reviews and reinforces the concepts of the structure of metals, metals selection, and mechanical properties. Focuses on the selection of belt and chain drives, gear and gearbox selection, design of shafts, specification of rolling element bearings, and the use of threaded fasteners. Integrates the selection and design of mechanical components into a design project.. Lab access fee of $45 applies
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• MECH 2500: Introduction to PLCs in Mechatronic Design

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): MECH 1200, MECH 2300. Corequisite(s): MECH 2505. Covers the theory and programming of industrial control systems and programmable logic controllers (PLC). Introduces PLC programming stressing Ladder Logic and PLC programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Covers connection of PLCs to external components. Presents the fundamentals of digital logic using ladder logic. Covers number systems and Boolean algebra.. Course Lab fee of $15 for materials, lab applies.. Software fee of $29 applies. Corequisite:    MECH 2505
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• MECH 2505: Introduction to PLCs in Mechatronic Design Laboratory

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): MECH 1200, MECH 2300. Corequisite(s): MECH 2500. Applies the theory and programming of industrial control systems and programmable logic controllers (PLC). Applies PLC programming stressing Ladder Logic and PLC programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Applies connection of PLCs to external components.. Lab access fee of $45 applies. Corequisite:    MECH 2500
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• MECH 2510: Fundamentals of Automation Controls

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Corequisite(s): MECH 2515. Pre- or Corequisite(s): MECH 2500. Covers how to select, install, and troubleshoot sensors in a manufacturing environment. Emphasizes the application of proximity sensors in automation equipment as well as the use of encoders to measure speed and position, pressure transducers, and the use of thermocouples and thermistors to measure temperature. Covers signal conditioning methods to interface sensors to microprocessors and PLC's.. Course Lab fee of $20 for lab notebook, lab applies. Corequisite:    MECH 2515
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• MECH 2515: Fundamentals of Automation Controls Laboratory

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Corequisite(s): MECH 2510. Pre- or Corequisite(s): MECH 2500. Applies methods for proper selection, installion, and troubleshooting of sensors in a manufacturing environment. Emphasizes the application of proximity sensors in automation equipment as well as the use of encoders to measure speed and position, pressure transducers, and the use of thermocouples and thermistors to measure temperature. Utilizes signal conditioning methods to interface sensors to microprocessors and PLC's.. Lab access fee of $45 applies.. Course Lab fee of $16 applies. Corequisite:    MECH 2510
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• MECH 2550: Advanced PLC Programming and Applications

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): MECH 2500. Corequisite(s): MECH 2555. Covers the principles of program structure, subroutines, interrupts, debugging, and simplifying. Illustrates the measurement and scaling of analog signals. Covers networking principles such as Ethernet and serial.. Course Lab fee of $15 for materials, lab applies.. Software fee of $29 applies. Corequisite:    MECH 2555
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• MECH 2555: Advanced PLC Programming and Applications Laboratory

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): MECH 2500. Corequisite(s): MECH 2550. Applies the principles of program structure, subroutines, interrupts, debugging, and simplifying using a PLC. Applies the use of PLCs in the measurement and scaling of analog signals. Applies networking principles such as Ethernet and serial to communicate with a PLC.. Lab access fee of $45 applies. Corequisite:    MECH 2550
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