MEC ENG 239 Robotic Locomotion 4 Units
Terms offered: Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022
This course will provide students with a solid understanding of robotic locomotion and the use of dynamics, control and embedded microcomputers in designing artificial legs such as prosthetics, orthotics and exoskeletons.
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Objectives & Outcomes
Course Objectives: 1.The course objectives are to train students to be able to design artificial legs, select and design components of the robotic legs.
2. Conduct various analyses on the legs’ performance, propose and study practical applications such as orthotics and prosthetics in medical field, back support, knee support and shoulder support exoskeletons in industrial field and recreational exoskeletons.
Student Learning Outcomes: (a) An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
(b) An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
(c) 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.
(d) An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
(e) An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
(f) An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
(g) An ability to communicate effectively.
(h) The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context.
(i) A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
(j) A knowledge of contemporary issues.
(k) An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
Rules & Requirements
Prerequisites: A preliminary course in the design and control of mechanical systems
Credit Restrictions: Students will receive no credit for MEC ENG 239 after completing MEC ENG 139. A deficient grade in MEC ENG 239 may be removed by taking MEC ENG 139.
Hours & Format
Fall and/or spring: 15 weeks - 3 hours of lecture and 3 hours of laboratory per week
Additional Details
Subject/Course Level: Mechanical Engineering/Graduate
Grading: Letter grade.
Instructor: Kazerooni