Practical blended learning approach in mechatronics

This paper presents an adaptable learning approach applied in the teaching of the basics of mechatronics. The training is composed from several courses and it is implemented for the education of regular mechatronics´ students and also for education of the professionals from industry. The training design enables the tutor to use all advantages of blended learning approach and adapt it to the needs of the current learners´ group. Learning materials are given in e-form and can be used for self-study or as the handouts at conventional lectures. A special emphasis is given to the practical, experimental part. This can be executed in the laboratory and/or remotely. All devices are available within advanced remote laboratory platform and the learners can access them any time. The training includes following courses: Introduction to mechatronics, Servomotor in mechatronics, Electrical circuits, Mechatronic devices and Motion control of nonlinear systems. Practical experience, organization and execution of the training are presented.