This is an page for content and lessons that don't fit into another more specific Unit or Module. Mostly it's a Unit to contain the lessons and modules to get started in my class. So you will see a lesson on Engineering Notebooks, signing up for sites like TinkerCAD.
Let's get started... Its going to be a fun, awesome ride...
Sid Bar for Teachers: This Unit and lessons that don't fit into any other structured Units or Modules. Many of the lessons might be specific to my class, but you could probably adjust them for your class. I'll try to make them a neutral as I can, so they can be used in any Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or any other Engineering / Technology class. Let me know how I can make that better. I'll try to keep this unit current and relevant. Please let me know if any resource links are broken or not accessible. Use this email link to let me know what is broken @ TopClown@STEAMClown.org
Welcome to Mechatronics Engineering. This class is a High School Engineering class. This Introductory Unit is all about getting started, signedup for, and other introductory Lessons.
I would like to thank DuPont for their generous support of my classroom and curriculum development. The DuPont Silicon Valley Innovation Center has been a key supporter of my Mechatronics Engineering class.
The DuPont Silicon Valley Innovation Center is a dynamic hub where visitors can explore cutting-edge technical applications in consumer electronics, EV/HEV/autonomous vehicles, 5G technologies, wearables, smart materials, and more.
No explicit prerequisite course work or coding knowledge is required, but students are expected to have a good understanding of basic computer principles. Any Coding or Electronics knowledge will be helpful, but not expected.
Primer: "Aaron, I can imagine no way in which this thing could be considered anywhere remotely close to safe. All I know is I spent six hours in there and I'm still alive... You still want to do it?"
As with any activity, please make sure you are using appropriate safety equipment. If you are coding, writing, reading, or working a lab, make sure you stand up and stretch every hour or so, Please consider any safety issues connecting to a Raspberry Pi, Arduino, computers and other electronic equipment.
What is Mechatronics & how do I learn about making this an Awesome career?
Are we going to build "Fire Breathing Robots"?
Mechatronics Engineering
Mechatronics - Introduction - 📰 Slide Presentation
Mechatronics - Introduction - 📽️ 2019 Meet Your Teacher Night Presentation Video (Ha, I said "Best year yet...", little did we know Covid was looming in our future...)
SVCTE Mechatronics Spotlight 2019 - 📽️ SVCTE Film & Arts Production Class
SVCTE Mechatronics Spotlight 2018 - 📽️ SVCTE Film & Arts Production Class
What is Mechatronics Engineering - 📽️ YouTube - Mechatronics Engineer Leila Madrone talks about Mechatronics
Class Projects:
Shadow Box Project (Halloween)
Benny Explains The Shadowbox Project - 📽️ SVCTE YouTube
Mr Burnham Give An Overview Of The Shadow Box Project - 📽️ SVCTE YouTube
Engineering Notebooks - <topic> - 📖 Lesson Tutorial (Coming Soon)
Engineering Notebooks - Documenting Your Work - 📰 Slide Presentation
Engineering Notebook Example Template - 📰 Google Doc Template
Mechatronics - <topic> - LAB #2 - 🛠️ LAB Activity
Mechatronics - <topic> - LAB #3 - 🛠️ LAB Activity
This Lesson is coming soon - click here to be notified when it's available - Professional Development Newsletter
Mechatronics - <topic> - 📖 Lesson Tutorial
Mechatronics - <topic> - 📽️ Video - Podcast
Mechatronics - <topic> - 📰 Slide Presentation (Coming Soon)
Mechatronics - <topic> - LAB #1 - 🛠️ LAB Activity
Mechatronics - <topic> - LAB #2 - 🛠️ LAB Activity
Mechatronics - <topic> - LAB #3 - 🛠️ LAB Activity
This Lesson is coming soon - click here to be notified when it's available - Technology Newsletter
Mechatronics Engineering Introduction - Resources - Lesson Tutorial
Mechatronics Engineering Introduction - Resources - Slide Presentation
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