Introduction to the knowledge of mechatronics, control and automation in industrial applications. Sensors and transducers. Signal conditioning. Digital signals. Switches, relays and power-control semiconductors. Motors and motor control. Microprocessor-based control. Programmable logic controllers.

CILO-1: An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering appropriate to the degree discipline. CILO-2: An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data. CILO-3: An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints, such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability and sustainability. CILO-4: An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems. CILO-5: An ability to understand professional and ethical responsibility. CILO-6: An ability to stay abreast of contemporary issues. CILO-7: An ability to recognize the need for, and to engage in life-long learning. CILO-8: An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice appropriate to the degree discipline.