Computer-Aided Design ( CAD) : Currently (2025) the class is using AutoDesk Fusion 360 (free for personal use link ). Computer lab is available throughout the week but having one at home has made it way more enjoyable.
Total Mechatronics & Systems Approach: (2025) Hands on classes working with actual mechatronic systems, mapping , trouble shooting. You'll need a multimeter. I suggest taking lots of video and photographs as soon as you step up to any system.
Update or build a professional online presence through website development (Google Sites), YouTube, and LinkedIn. Building the "You" brand!
MOTO BLOG: Mechatronic, just larking around trying to get audio and moto blog set up. trying to spice up the content. What's more mechatronic than a motorcycle? BMW Gs1250 Adventure
MOTO BLOG: Mechatronic , 3d Dice Print and design Fusion 360. Chatting on my ride to school. (recorded week three but I go over dice @ 1:00 )
Third assignment is modeling a Roller and Base in Fusion 360 More complex looking part but was a confidence builder and accompanied by videos showing every step of the build. I would suggest watching the videos as you work in fusion 360 ! I didn't and wasted a few hours on something small !
Week 3 MET-113 : Create a system map using DrawIO ( free software). Were kind of left to our own devices I believe but will see what my grade is on it. Click the green Start button on the map to see next step. To see the actual machine operating in class.
WEEK 4 Vice Assembly: Lots of parts lots of thigs to keep organized! Check out this YouTube video for animating the clamp and handle.
Model a Lego Brick Parametrically (scalable). 1x2 , 4x4
⚠️Under Construction ..... what's next ? Please check back later (4/19/25)