ENGR 120 - Hardware and Software
The Living WITH the Lab first year experience boosts hands-on learning through student ownership and maintenance of the “lab.” Each is provided with a robotics kit, a programmable controller, sensors, servos, and software to provide the basis for a mobile laboratory and design platform. Students are also provided with a set of tools and two software programs to allow them to work on projects independently outside of the classroom. Student-owned hardware and software broaden the spectrum of projects and design topics that can be addressed. Students are responsible for purchasing their own laptop computer.
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Description: Parallax Boe-Bot parts kit Purpose: The Boe-Bot parts kit will provide the platform onto which we will mount the Arduino microcontroller. The resulting robot will be interfaced with a host of electrical components, sensors and actuators, providing a mechanism for implementing interesting engineering projects. Custom Kit for Louisiana Tech First-Year Engineering |
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Description: Arduino Uno (Rev 3 or later) (ATMega328) Purpose: The Arduino microcontroller will be utilized for measurement and control applications. |
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Description: Breadboard (400 tie point) Purpose: Breadboards allow circuits to be quickly prototyped. |
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Description: 1 meter long USB cable: type "A" to "B" Purpose: A cable is needed to attach the Arduino to your computer. |
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Description: Equus Innova 3320 Auto Ranging Digital Multimeter IN3320 Purpose: For understanding and troubleshooting electrical circuits and components. |
Description: Banana to IC Hook Cables Purpose: These cables allow you to connect to small wires with your multimeter, providing for hands-free measurements. |
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Description: ANSI Approved Safety Glasses Purpose: To protect your eyes during project work |
Description: Canvas Tool Bag (internal and external pockets not necessary) Purpose: To hold your tools |
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Description: Precision Cutters Purpose: Nice for doing electrical work and general trimming. |
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Description: Needle Nose Pliers Purpose: Nice for doing electrical work. |
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Description: Stainless Steel Ruler (there are all different types that would work well) Purpose: For measuring and laying out parts during fabrication. |
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Description: Dial Caliper (6 inch with thumb wheel is recommended) Purpose: To measure parts to within 0.001 inch. |
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Description: Precision Philips screwdriver Purpose: To assemble parts. |
Description: Stubby Philips and flat head screwdrivers. Purpose: To assemble parts. |
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Description: Wire Stripper. You will need to strip 22 gage solid core wire (this is the size wire that fits into your breadboard). Purpose: For stripping insulation off of wire, for crimping, and for cutting. |
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Description: Fine Point Sharpie (or other paint pen) Purpose: To make marks during project fabrication. Also works good on the printed student notes. Source: Varous sources Approximate Cost: $1 - $2 |
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Description: Teflon Tape Purpose: Thread sealing tape for plumbing fittings Source: Varous sources Approximate Cost: $0.60 - $2 |
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Description: Simple and small pocket knife Purpose: To remove burrs from plastic parts and for cutting materials. |
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Description: 6 AA Batteries (alkaline or rechargable) Purpose: To power your robot for autonomous (no wires attached) operation. |
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Description: Educational version of SolidWorks Purpose: For making drawings (2D and 3D). |
computer purchased by student |
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Description: Laptop Computer Purpose: To communicate with the robot, to make engineering models and drawings, to perform scientific calculations, to write reports, and to develop computer-based presentations. Students will purchase their own laptop computer. |
Computer Repair: NOTE: Louisiana Tech University does not endorse or recommend any commercial products, processes, or services provided by these companies. The provided list is for informational purposes only. While Louisiana Tech University strives to make the information on this website as timely and accurate as possible, the department makes no claims, promises, or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of this list, and expressly disclaims liability for errors and omissions in the contents of this site. |
install Microsoft Office on computer |
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Description: Microsoft Office Purpose: For general productivity, presentations, and calculations. You will specifically need Excel and PowerPoint. Download for Free: Click HERE! |
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