MECH 120 — Electrical Components
Basic functions and physical properties of electrical components, and the roles they play within a complex mechatronics system. Includes technical documentation such as schematics, timing diagrams, and system specifications, safety issues. Basic electrical laws, differences between AC and DC electricity, how to use electrical equipment, how to analyze circuits, and how electrical components work. By understanding the complete system, students will learn and apply trouble shooting strategies to identify and localize possible malfunctions.
Prerequisites: MATH 86