SMS 416 - Marine Engineering Literacy

A hands-on project-based class. Major focus areas include: Programming, Sensors, and Robotics. By the end of the class, students should have a basic understanding of what programming is, and they will be able to build a simple electronic sensor, calibrate it and program its output to a computer, and build/program a Lego robot to do specific missions (for example, an underwater ROV or AUV taking data while diving in water).

Core Curriculum/Core Requirements:

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in both SMS 204 and PHY 112 or PHY 122

Course Typically Offered: Spring

Credits: 3