Mechatronics Engineering
Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Mühendislik ve Doğa Bilimleri Fakültesi
Programme of Mechatronics Engineering
Course Details
Mühendislik ve Doğa Bilimleri Fakültesi
Programme of Mechatronics Engineering
Course Details
| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15520001 | Computer Aided Drawing | 2025 | Spring | 2 | 1+3+0 | 2 | 5 |
| Course Type | Compulsory |
| Course Cycle | Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 6 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 6) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | - |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | - |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | Asst. Prof. Yasin USLUGİL |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asst. Prof. Yasin USLUGİL | A-126 | [email protected] | 7328 | Tuesday 10:00-12:00 |
Course Content
Fundamental principles and standards of technical drawing, geometric constructions, projection methods, orthographic views, sectional views, dimensioning and tolerances; SolidWorks interface and basic commands; two-dimensional sketching, parametric solid modeling, advanced modeling applications, technical drawing generation, surface modeling, assembly design, assembly mates, subassemblies, and interference detection.
Objectives of the Course
The aim of this course is to teach students the principles of technical drawing, including projection, views, sections, dimensioning, and tolerances, and to provide them with the ability to create two-dimensional drawings, three-dimensional solid and surface models, technical drawings, and assembly designs using SolidWorks.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | X |
| Specialization / Field Courses | |
| Support Courses | |
| Transferable Skills Courses | |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses |
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|
| P3 | Ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose | 5 |
| P4 | Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Mechatronics Engineering applications; Ability to use information technologies effectively | 5 |
| P9 | Knowledge of ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility, and standards used in engineering practice | 3 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | Has knowledge about the principles of mechanical design and its distinguishing features from classical design. | P.3.16 | 1,7 |
| O2 | Ability to design simple industrial robotic arm using Solidworks | P.4.21 | 1,7 |
| O3 | Ability to know the basic concepts of machine design | P.4.30 | 1,7 |
| O4 | Determines design, operation and performance criteria and can manage them. | P.9.8 | 1,7 |
| ** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7 | |||
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | The course scope, teaching process, and assessment methods are explained, followed by an introduction to the fundamental concepts, applications, and standards of technical drawing. |
| 2 | Basic geometric drawing exercises are performed, and projection methods as well as the creation of front, top, and side views of a component are studied. |
| 3 | The creation of sectional views, dimensioning rules in technical drawings, and the representation of dimensional tolerances are examined. |
| 4 | The SolidWorks interface, basic commands, file structure, reference planes, and the parametric design approach are introduced. |
| 5 | Two-dimensional sketch creation, geometric relations, dimensioning, and basic solid modeling commands are applied. |
| 6 | Advanced feature commands used in solid modeling and editing operations on existing models are studied. |
| 7 | Various components are modeled using solid modeling techniques such as revolve, sweep, cut, pattern, and mirror. |
| 8 | Parametric modeling of components with complex geometries and the implementation of design changes in the model are practiced. |
| 9 | The creation of technical drawing sheets from three-dimensional solid models, placement of standard views, and sheet layout operations are studied. |
| 10 | The creation of sectional, detail, and auxiliary views and the addition of dimensions, tolerances, and annotations to technical drawings are practiced. |
| 11 | The surface modeling approach is introduced, and basic surface creation, surface joining, trimming, and conversion into solid models are practiced. |
| 12 | The assembly environment is introduced, and the insertion of components into an assembly file and the definition of basic assembly mates are performed. |
| 13 | Advanced assembly mates, the creation of subassemblies, control of component movements, and detection of assembly interferences are studied. |
| 14 | A comprehensive assembly application is completed, followed by a general review of the technical drawing, solid modeling, surface modeling, and assembly topics covered throughout the semester. |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Planchard, D. C. (2025). Engineering Graphics with SOLIDWORKS 2025. SDC Publications. ISBN: 978-1-63057-694-3. |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | 1 | 20 (%) |
| Course Specific Internship (If Any) | - | - |
| Homework | - | - |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Projects | - | - |
| Quiz | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 30 (%) |
| Final Exam | 1 | 50 (%) |
| Total | 100 (%) | |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Midterms | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 10 | 2 | 20 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 138 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 4,60 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 5 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P3 | P4 | P9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | Has knowledge about the principles of mechanical design and its distinguishing features from classical design. | 5 | - | - |
| O2 | Ability to design simple industrial robotic arm using Solidworks | - | 5 | - |
| O3 | Ability to know the basic concepts of machine design | - | 3 | - |
| O4 | Determines design, operation and performance criteria and can manage them. | - | - | 5 |