Unit Code: DAU607

Unit Name: Autotronics and Informatics

Description: This course combines electrical, mechanical and digital control systems of a modern automobile and includes topics in sensor theory, digital electronics, testing, diagnosis and repair of advanced electronic and electrical systems in modern automobiles. The unit also focusses on the engine management system and the corresponding electronic control mechanisms.

Learning Target Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, the learner can: 1. Evaluate elementary mechanical systems, electric circuits and networks, mechatronic systems, sensors and transducers, and conventional and alternative powertrains. 2. Evaluate the physical configuration of a vehicle sub-system and understand control design integrated within a vehicle. 3. Evaluate vehicle performance targets for fuel economy and emissions reduction and select the appropriate control methods and techniques. 4. Evaluate body control systems that provide the levels of vehicle comfort and interconnectivity of vehicular systems. 5. Judge the suitability of a given control technique to a particular application in the context of automotive control. 6. Evaluate a control system solution that meets the multi-displinary requirements of safety and robustness of vehicle operation.

Prerequisite: DAU603

Prerequisite Sentence: N/A

Credit Point: 12

Offered In: Semester 1