Electrical Engineering Internship
Presented by Mikaela Coose
IntroductionElectrical Engineering – JuniorTwin Lakes, WIOlivet Nazarene University (Bourbonnais, IL)SWEVarsity Tennis
Initial ThoughtsFriendly atmosphere - CommunityFoster learning environmentHard workersCollaboration
Photo Control Test FixturePurpose: Test competitors’ photo-control
unitsFirst “hands-on” experience Planning – wire diagrams/ schematicsSoldering (fuses)
Multiwave Test BedPurpose: Test and trouble
shoot software for Multiwave Pool & Spa Controller
Programs: Altium, Solidworks, Microcap, Excel
Design: Schematics, PCB layout, soldering, assembly, part selection/ordering (BOM)
Parts: LED indicators, switches, PCB & temp. controls
Multiwave Test Bed Schematic
Multiwave Test Bed PCB Layout
Multiwave Test Bed PCB Layout
Multiwave Test Bed
Multiwave Test Bed cont.Goal: 5 MW Test Beds for software/electrical
eng.Status: 1 Complete, 4 other boards
installation readyImprovements:
Change potentiometer (lower value/multi-turn)Adjust PCB layout for motor speedsSpread LEDs out Use various colored LEDs
Future EmploymentGrowth opportunities
within company
Further education
401k Benefits
Flexible hours
Final Thoughts/SuggestionsEnjoyed Intermatic family
Great learning experience:Planning is KEY.
Favorite thing: Exposure to multiple areas
Idea: Internships – collaboration of interns
Thank You Intermatic!!!!!!!!!!!!!Special thanks to:
Jeff Schroeder & Don Gallagher: Electrical
Barry Gates & Rob Lofgren: PCB/assembly
Mark Miller & Gary Kinsch: Test Box
Teresa Pilcher: Support