Mechatronics I: E-Textiles Mechatronics II: Physical Programming Mechatronics III: Automation and Biometrics

Semester 2 only (spring)

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

Formally known as Electronics, these classes emphasize engineering practices while exploring circuits and electricity, programming, soldering, motors, and servos, and a wide range of input and output devices to develop their innovative project ideas. Mechatronics I introduce students to the fundamentals of electronics, circuits, and the use of microcontrollers such as the Arduino to design, program, and construct interactive projects in physical spaces. Skills such as soldering, working with electronics components, 3D printing, and design are applied in this class. Students work with textiles and electronics engineering to create an interactive or plush electronic toy. This course will allow students to combine programming, circuits, and engineering. Students in Mechatronics II will explore the world of transistors, integrated circuits, and microcontrollers. They will use Arduino technology and a wide range of inputs and sensors to program outputs such as gears, motors, lights, and other electronics. Students will use their skills to develop an innovative and unique product and develop skills and experience that can help them throughout their lives. The sky is truly the limit as we explore the world of electronics, programming, and microcontrollers! Lastly, with their experience in Mechatronics I and II, students will explore microcontroller technology, programming, and biosensors to measure, filter, rectify, and amplify the electrical activity of muscle and produce an analog output signal that can easily be read by a microcontroller, enabling novel, muscle-controlled interfaces for your projects. Additionally, students will work with step motors and servos to explore robotic arms and touch on biomechanics and animatronics.

Arrash Jaffarzadeh

ajaffarzadeh@monticelloacademy.org