MECA 2110 Sensors and Control
Course Information
| Course Number | MECA 2110 |
|---|---|
| Course Title | Sensors and Control |
| Description | This course will provide students with the principles of measurement and control systems. The student will gain an understanding of different sensor technologies used to measure and detect physical properties used in a variety of electro mechanical, electro hydraulic and electro pneumatic systems. The student, through lab work, will also learn how to use and troubleshoot sensors used in open and closed loop control systems. Technical writing skills and safety procedures will be implemented throughout the course. This course assumes the student understands basic electrical, mechanical, and programming concepts. (Prerequisites: MECA 1120 or MECA 1122 and MECA 1125 and MECA 1130) |
| Total Credits | 3 |
| Total Hours | 64 |
| Instruction Type | Credits and Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 2 Credits, 43 Hours |
| Lab | 1 Credit, 21 Hours |
Pre/Corequisites
Prerequisite: MECA 1130
Prerequisite: MECA 1120 or MECA 1122 and MECA 1125
Institutional Core Competencies
- Communication - Students will be able to demonstrate appropriate and effective interactions with others to achieve their personal, academic, and professional objectives.
- Critical and Creative Thinking - Students will be able to demonstrate purposeful thinking with the goal of using a creative process for developing and building upon ideas and/or the goal of using a critical process for the analyzing and evaluating of ideas.
Course Competencies
- Explain Measurement Tools
- Explain Position Sensors and Switches
- Construct Open and Closed Loop Position Controls
- Explain Velocity Sensors
- Construct Open and Closed Loop Velocity Controls
- Explain Accelerometer Sensors
- Explain Load Cells
- Construct Open and Closed Loop Force Controls
- Explain Pressure Sensors and Switches
- Construct Open and Closed Loop Pressure Controls
- Explain Vision Systems
- Explain Temperature Sensors
- Explain Current Sensors and Control
- Identify calibration techniques for sensors and measuring tools
- Discuss Variety of Other Sensors Used to Measure Physical Properties
SCC Accessibility Statement
South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.
North Mankato: Room B-132, (507) 389-7222; Faribault: Room A-116, (507) 332-7222.
Additional information and forms can be found at: southcentral.edu/disability
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