Year 11 Technology - Mechatronics
11TELF Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr C. Yearbury.
This course introduces electronic concepts, components and micro-processor interfacing. Students will learn how to use machinery, hand tools and assemble techniques that reflect industry codes of practice. Students will design a solution within a given context and then create their design.
This course links to the manufacturing and technology sector and the creative industries sector. It encompasses these sector related careers: Electronics engineer, electrician, mechanical engineer technician, electronics trades, production manager, technical writer, sound technician or lead to further study for a degree in electronics engineering, technology, robotics or mechatronics.
Course Overview
Term 1
Safety in a workshop.
Understanding of the basic concepts used in the design and construction of electronic environments.
Temperature controlled fan project (laptop cooler)
Term 2
Implement basic interfacing procedures in a specified electronic environment
Carpark barrier arm controller project.
Term 3
Implement basic techniques in constructing an electronic and embedded system
Line following robot project.
Term 4
Design and create a functional prototype
Make an Autonomous Robot Toy project
Pathway
Level 2 Engineering - Materials, Level 2 Engineering - Practical, Level 2 Technology Mechatronics
Career PathwaysAircraft Maintenance Engineer, Product Assembler, Electronics Engineer, Biomedical Technician, Mechanical Engineer, Electronics Trades Worker, Electrician