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Johns Hopkins University | EN.530.420

Robot Sensors/Actuators

4.0

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Average Course Rating

(4.19)

Introduction to modeling and use of actuators and sensors in mechatronic design. Topics include electric motors, solenoids, micro-actuators, position sensors, and proximity sensors.

Fall 2012

(3.83)

Fall 2013

(4.5)

Fall 2014

(4.42)

Fall 2022

(4.02)

Fall 2012

Professor: Noah Cowan

(3.83)

The best parts of this course were the practical material and hands-on experience in the labs. However, students agreed that the professor was disorganized and didn’t prepare his lectures well. The course would be improved if homework was returned sooner, the lectures were planned better, and the professor gave more guidance on lab projects. While the course is disorganized, it does teach some useful information and skills. It is helpful to know some coding before taking this course. 209

Fall 2013

Professor: David Kraemer

(4.5)

Students loved the hands-on aspect of this course, especial y the labs, where they learned how to build and program their own robots. Students also liked the professor, whom they thought was very approachable and wil ing to help with any questions they had. Many students thought that the course was almost too easy and would have liked more challenging assignments and materials. Others thought that the labs were unbalanced, since some would take a long time to complete, while others required very little time. Students suggested making it a requirement to have basic programming skil s before taking the class so that the course could introduce more challenging materials. Prospective students would benefit from a background in programming, although it is not required. They are encouraged to take this course if they are interested in designing and building their own robots, as many students found the course very fun and engaging.

Fall 2014

Professor: David Kraemer

(4.42)

Students found that the best component of this course was the lab activities which provided interesting hands-on experience. Students also appreciated the pleasant and engaging teaching style of the instructor for the course. They believed the least favorable aspect of the class was the large amount of time some of the lab activities took to complete. Students thought the course would be improved if they were chal enged with more practice problems so that they could better prepare for exams. Students also felt it was valuable for people thinking about taking this course to know that it was rewarding without being overly demanding.

Fall 2022

Professor: David Kraemer

(4.02)

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