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  Course Description
Course Name : Mechatronics in Automotive Engineering

Course Code : OM-510

Course Type : Optional

Level of Course : Second Cycle

Year of Study : 1

Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 6

Name of Lecturer(s) : Assoc.Prof.Dr. HAKANYAVUZ

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Builds mathematical model for various physical systems
Obtains the transfer function of the physical system
Solves block diagram of the physical system and fundamentals of automotive electronics
Theoretical and practical aspects of measurement system design.
Studies the sensor and actuator theory, design, and application.
Gains experience to program and interface microcontrollers.
Understands the principles of Data transmission
Understands typical electronic vehicle motion control systems
Knows modern automotive instrumentations
Understands automotive safety systems
Gains experience designing and constructing mechatronic systems.

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : The Automotive Mechatronics Program is a step beyond a traditional industrial maintenance program in that multiple disciplines are combined into a systems approach to troubleshooting and resolving problems in an automated manufacturing plant. The program provides students with knowledge and hands-on training in mechanics, electronics, computers, robotics and automation systems.

Course Contents : The Automotive Mechatronics Program is a step beyond a traditional industrial maintenance program in that multiple disciplines are combined into a systems approach to troubleshooting and resolving problems in an automated manufacturing plant. The program provides students with knowledge and hands-on training in mechanics, electronics, computers, robotics and automation systems.

Language of Instruction : English

Work Place : Classroom


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Introduction to Automotive Mechatronics. Lecture Notes and Reference Books Presentations and discussions
2 Vehicle Concepts and Performance, Powertrain Systems Lecture Notes and Reference Books Presentations and discussions
3 Automotive Control and Simulation Lecture Notes and Reference Books Presentations and discussions
4 Introduction to Integral Vehicle Structures Lecture Notes and Reference Books Presentations and discussions
5 Vehicle Dynamics, Ride and Handling Lecture Notes and Reference Books Presentations and discussions
6 Automotive Electricity and Electronics Lecture Notes and Reference Books Presentations and discussions
7 Sensing and Acting: Sensors Main types of sensors, Operational principles, categorization and Quantization, Selection of right sensors for the purpos Lecture Notes and Reference Books Presentations and discussions
8 Mid-Term Exam Lecture Notes and Reference Books Classic Exam
9 Sensing and Acting: Actuators DC Motors, AC Motors, Step Motors, Hydraulic Actuators, Pneumatic Actuators Lecture Notes and Reference Books Presentations and discussions
10 Mechatronic Modelling for Automotive Systems Lecture Notes and Reference Books Presentations and discussions
11 Advanced Control and Optimisation Lecture Notes and Reference Books Presentations and discussions
12 Applied Automotive Control Lecture Notes and Reference Books Presentations and discussions
13 Implementation of Automotive Control Systems Lecture Notes and Reference Books Presentations and discussions
14 Vehicle Electrification and Hybridisation Lecture Notes and Reference Books Presentations and discussions
15 Artificial Intelligence: Expert systems, Fuzzy Logic, Neural Networks, AI system training or learning, Genetic Algorithms Lecture Notes and Reference Books Presentations and discussions
16/17 Final Exam Lecture Notes and Reference Books Classic Exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  1) Lecture Notes
 2) Bradley D., Russell D. W., “Mechatronics in Action: Case Studies in
 3) Onwubolu G., “Mechatronics: Principles and Applications”, Elsevier.
 4) Silva D., Clarence W., “Mechatronics : An Integrated Approach”, CRC Press, 2006.
 5) Milella A., Paola D. D. and Cicirelli G., “Mechatronic Systems, Simulation, Modelling and Control”, In-Tech, intechweb.org, 2010.
 6) Bishop R. H., “The Mechatronics Handbook”, CRC PRESS, 2002.
 7) Wise E., “Robotics Demystified”, McGRAW-HILL, 2005.
 8) Más F. R., Zhang Q., Hansen A.C., “Mechatronics and Intelligent Systems for Off-road Vehicles”, Springer, 2010.
 9) Pawlak A., “Sensors and Actuators in Mechatronics”, Taylor & Francis, 2007.
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 70
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 10 30
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Has advanced control over the concepts, theories and principles in the automotive engineering department 3
2 Designs and conducts research in the field of automotive engineering, studies the results and reaches a conclusion 5
3 Has various advanced engineering techniques and skills 3
4 Leads defining, designing, developing and using a product or production method. 4
5 Appreciates life-long learning and professional development 4
6 Has a good command of written and spoken general/academic English 5
7 Has good computer skills and does designing, analysing and presentation using the computer 3
8 Has good teamwork and interpersonal skills and being well-rounded, works in a multi-disciplinary team 2
9 Designs systems, components or processes to meet the requirements of advanced engineering in the limits of technical, economical, environmental, productivity and maintainability. 5
10 Independently studies and learns the applications in an automotive company; evaluates the problems critically; formulates problems, and comes up with solution using the required techniques. 3
11 Is inquisitive, visionary and aware of technical and ethical responsibilities 2
12 Has institutional advanced mathematics, science and engineering knowledge 5
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 10 4 40
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2
    Final Exam 1 2 2
Total Workload: 142
Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.68
ECTS Credit: 6