ENGI75940
Electrical Components
Sheridan
 
  I: Administrative Information   II: Course Details   III: Topical Outline(s)  Printable Version
 

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Section I: Administrative Information
  Total hours: 60.0
Credit Value: 4.0
Credit Value Notes: N/A
Effective: Winter 2022
Prerequisites: N/A
Corequisites: (ENGI75979 AND ENGI75999 AND ENGI75900)
Equivalents: N/A
Pre/Co/Equiv Notes: N/A

Program(s): Siemens Mechatronics Systems
Program Coordinator(s): Amjed Majeed
Course Leader or Contact: Hooman Nabovati Khormazard
Version: 20220110_00
Status: Approved (APPR)

Section I Notes: This course is offered in a face-to-face delivery mode over 14 weeks using a fully integrated, project-based system approach and must be taken with the other Sheridan Mechatronics program courses concurrently. At the end of the Sheridan certificate, students may be eligible to write the Siemens Level 1 Certification Exam on-line. This exam is administered by Siemens Academy.

 
 
Section II: Course Details

Detailed Description
Students examine the basic electrical components found in a complex mechatronic system. Using an integrated system, students identify the basic functions and physical properties of electrical components, and the roles they play within the system. Students apply troubleshooting strategies to identify, localize and (where possible) correct malfunctions, using measurements on the components and taking into account the flow of energy through the complete system. Preventive maintenance and safety issues for electrical components within the system is discussed.

Program Context

 
Siemens Mechatronics Systems Program Coordinator(s): Amjed Majeed
This course is part of a four course program that prepares students for the certification as a Certified Mechatronics Systems Technician. The job profile for which the Level 1 certification prepares students is that of a machine operator, who has a well-rounded understanding of the complex inter-relationships and inter-workings of a mechatronics system. A non-refundable material fee of $50 is included in the course fees. Materials have to be returned to the College if you withdraw from the course.


Course Critical Performance and Learning Outcomes

  Critical Performance:
By the end of this course, students will have demonstrated the ability to apply troubleshooting strategies to electronic components within complex mechatronics systems.
 
Learning Outcomes:

To achieve the critical performance, students will have demonstrated the ability to:

  1. Describe what comprises a mechatronic system or module.
  2. Explain the role of various electrical components within a given system or module.
  3. Trace and describe the flow of energy in a given mechatronic system or electrical components.
  4. Describe the basic physical properties and technical specification of electrical components.
  5. Analyze the technical documents such as data sheets, function diagrams, operation manuals, and wiring diagram, etc. for the electrical components within a mechatronic system.
  6. Carry out measurements on electrical components in a mechatronic system.
  7. Document causes of specific malfunctions identified in electrical components, based upon the technical documentation.
  8. Determine expertise and/or resources required to resolve electrical component malfunctions.
  9. Apply safety rules while working with electrical components within the mechatronic system.
  10. Translate the fundamental principles of electrical components from one type of electrical system to another.
  11. Communicate orally, visually and in written form using the terminology and standards of electrical/electronic components.

Evaluation Plan
Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:

 Evaluation Plan: IN-CLASS
 In-class Labs (10 @ 5% each)50.0%
 Midterm Exam25.0%
 Final Exam25.0%
Total100.0%

Evaluation Notes and Academic Missed Work Procedure:
Regardless of the final total mark, students must obtain at least an 70% on the combined lab/exam components of this course in order to obtain a passing grade in this course.

Provincial Context
The course meets the following Ministry of Colleges and Universities requirements:


 

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
PLAR Contact (if course is PLAR-eligible) - Office of the Registrar

  • Not Eligible for PLAR

 
 
Section III: Topical Outline
Some details of this outline may change as a result of circumstances such as weather cancellations, College and student activities, and class timetabling.
Instruction Mode: In-Class
Professor: Multiple Professors
Resource(s):
 TypeDescription
RequiredOtherCourse materials provided may include special software such as SIMIT and Diagnostic Kit software. Students must also have access to mechatronic training modules containing all or most of the basic component types covered in the course.

Applicable student group(s): Siemens Mechatronics Systems Certification Program
Course Details:

The order in which the content will be discussed is dependent upon the mechatronic system which is being used. In each case, the component and/or class of components will be discussed within the context of the system and the module in which the component is located. This means that the exact order of presentation will vary according to the system available for instruction. It is also important that all classes of electrical components be discussed, whether available in the training system or not.
Focus in all cases is on the role of the components within a module and system, identification of problems, routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety issues with the goal of preventing system downtime or reducing them to a minimum.

Module 1 – Electrical Components
Basic elements and quantities
Circuit diagrams, data sheets, schematics
Measurements
Energy sources
Actuators
Sensors
Labs x 5         (25%)
Mid-term test (25%)

Module 2 – Trouble-shooting
Overcurrent protection
Safety issues, including local regulations
Preventive and routine maintenance of components
Troubleshooting of the electrical components within a module or system
Labs x 5      (25%)
Final Exam (25%)



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Course Outline Changes: The information contained in this Course Outline including but not limited to faculty and program information and course description is subject to change without notice. Nothing in this Course Outline should be viewed as a representation, offer and/or warranty. Students are responsible for reading the Important Notice and Disclaimer which applies to Programs and Courses.


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