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Mechatronics 3 (8556)

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Applying 4.0 Basic Safety Standards for MechatronicsM3.1

  • 1

    Comply with federal, state, and local safety requirements.M3.1.1

  • 2

    Demonstrate lockout-tagout procedures.M3.1.2

  • 3

    Maintain a safe working environment.M3.1.3

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    Explain safe working practices around electrical hazards.M3.1.4

  • 5

    Identify emergency first-aid procedures.M3.1.5

  • 6

    Identify the types of fires and the methods used to extinguish them.M3.1.6

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    (Optional) Demonstrate the use of a fire extinguisher.M3.1.7

  • 8

    Identify personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.M3.1.8

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    Inspect hand and power tools to ensure safety and usability.M3.1.9

  • 10

    Demonstrate lifting and carrying techniques.M3.1.10

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    Report injuries.M3.1.11

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    Report personal, environmental, and equipment safety violations to the appropriate authority.M3.1.12

  • 13

    Pass the safety exam.M3.1.13

Exploring Programming ApplicationsM3.2

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    Create sequential programs using flowcharts.M3.2.1

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    Describe the use of logic in programming machines used in industry.M3.2.2

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    Convert units in numeric systems.M3.2.3

Understanding Programmable Logic Controller SystemsM3.3

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    Explain the role of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) (or programmable automation controllers [PACs]) within mechatronic systems, modules, and subsystems.M3.3.1

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    Trace the flow of information in a control function for a mechatronic system or subsystem.M3.3.2

  • 3

    Define the term Industry 4.0 Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).M3.3.3

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    Describe the basic functions and design of PLCs.M3.3.4

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    Describe numbering systems and data types used in computer programming.M3.3.5

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    Describe DeMorgan’s theorem.M3.3.6

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    Apply DeMorgan’s theorem in creating logic circuits.M3.3.7

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    Simplify logical equations.M3.3.8

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    Create Boolean logic equations to prescribe the use of logic gates in the implementation of a given scenario.M3.3.9

  • 10

    Explain hexadecimal, decimal, octal, binary, 2s complement, and binary coded decimal (BCD) values as used in a common PLC.M3.3.10

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    Explain ladder logic and function block diagram (FBD) programming.M3.3.11

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    Convert wiring and line or ladder diagrams for simple logic tasks into PLC programs.M3.3.12

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    Connect a PLC with electrical components.M3.3.13

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    Create PLC programs.M3.3.14

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    Execute PLC programs on a PLC.M3.3.15

Troubleshooting Fluid-Power SystemsM3.4

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    Assess pneumatic and/or hydraulic components within a mechatronic system.M3.4.1

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    Perform adjustments on pneumatic and/or hydraulic components within a mechatronic system.M3.4.2

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    Document adjustments in an equipment log.M3.4.3

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    Troubleshoot malfunctioning pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems.M3.4.4

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    Document the cause and repair of the malfunction.M3.4.5

Preparing for Industry CertificationM3.5

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    Describe the process and requirements for obtaining industry certifications related to the mechatronics course.M3.5.1

  • 2

    Identify testing skills and strategies for certification examination.M3.5.2

  • 3

    Demonstrate ability to successfully complete selected practice examinations (e.g., practice questions similar to those on certification examinations).M3.5.3

  • 4

    Complete an industry certification examination representative of skills learned in this course.M3.5.4

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Virtual Virginia Standards

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