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Mechatronics 2 (8555)

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Applying Basic Safety Standards for MechanicsM2.1

  • 1

    Comply with federal, state, and local safety requirements.M2.1.1

  • 2

    Demonstrate lockout-tagout procedures.M2.1.2

  • 3

    Maintain a safe working environment.M2.1.3

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    Explain safe working practices around electrical hazards.M2.1.4

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    Identify emergency first-aid procedures.M2.1.5

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    Identify the types of fires and the methods used to extinguish them.M2.1.6

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    (Optional) Demonstrate the use of a fire extinguisher.M2.1.7

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    Identify personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.M2.1.8

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    Inspect hand and power tools to ensure safety and usability.M2.1.9

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    Demonstrate lifting and carrying techniques.M2.1.10

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    Report injuries.M2.1.11

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    Report personal, environmental, and equipment safety violations to the appropriate authority.M2.1.12

  • 13

    Pass the safety exam.M2.1.13

Understanding Electrical Components in a Mechatronic SystemM2.2

  • 1

    Trace the flow of electrical and mechanical energy in a mechatronic system.M2.2.1

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    Explain the specific roles of electrical components within a typical circuit schematic.M2.2.2

  • 3

    Compute wire and fuse sizes based on the load required by the motor.M2.2.3

  • 4

    Analyze basic direct current (DC) circuits to predict and verify circuit behavior.M2.2.4

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    Analyze circuits to predict and verify the behavior of series circuits vs. parallel DC circuits or resistances.M2.2.5

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    Explain the physical operation of electromagnetic components in a mechatronic system.M2.2.6

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    Evaluate circuits to predict and verify the behavior of the electrical and physical properties of components.M2.2.7

Understanding Mechanical Components in a Mechanical SystemM2.3

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    Explain the role of various mechanical components within a given system or module.M2.3.1

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    Describe the basic physical properties of mechanical components.M2.3.2

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    Identify mechanical components of systems prescribed by drawings.M2.3.3

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    Calculate gear ratios and horsepower.M2.3.4

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    Distinguish between various AC motors and DC motors.M2.3.5

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    Describe power transmission components.M2.3.6

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    Maintain a mechatronic system.M2.3.7

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    Assemble the mechanical components in a mechatronic system.M2.3.8

Understanding Fluid Power (Hydraulics and Pneumatics)M2.4

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    Demonstrate fluid-power system safety.M2.4.1

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    Explain the principles of fluid power.M2.4.2

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    Differentiate between hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power.M2.4.3

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    Identify fluid power components.M2.4.4

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    Read fluid power circuit diagrams.M2.4.5

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    Explain fluid-power systems.M2.4.6

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    Identify types of fluid power pumps or compressors.M2.4.7

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    Identify types of fluid power actuators.M2.4.8

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    Examine the physical characteristics and compressibility of gases.M2.4.9

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    Describe the flow of energy in a fluid system.M2.4.10

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    Construct fluid-power systems from components and symbols.M2.4.11

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    (Optional) Explain fluid-power system maintenance.M2.4.12

Exploring Computer ApplicationsM2.5

  • 1

    Demonstrate a working knowledge of the personal computer (PC).M2.5.1

  • 2

    Discuss software and hardware.M2.5.2

  • 3

    Explain the function of the Internet and manufacturing networks.M2.5.3

Exploring Digital Circuit FundamentalsM2.6

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    Describe logic gates.M2.6.1

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    Examine simple logic circuits using a variety of logic gates.M2.6.2

Using Technical DocumentsM2.7

  • 1

    Consult technical documents to assess a mechatronic system and troubleshoot malfunctions in electrical components.M2.7.1

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    Verify the parts, relationships, and behavior depicted by the technical data sheets for components within a mechatronic system.M2.7.2

  • 3

    Create a document describing the operation of a mechatronic system.M2.7.3

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