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James Cann

Mechatronics Technologist (On Leave)

    Email:james.cann@carleton.ca
    Phone:613-520-2600, ext. 5087
    Building:Mackenzie, Room 2232B
    Department:Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
    Degrees:Mechatronics Engineering Technologist, Durham College

    Biography

    Education and Certifications:

    • Mechatronics Engineering Technologist, Durham College
    • FANUC Pallet PRO
    • Red Cross Emergency First Aid, Naloxone Training, WHMIS
    Areas of Expertise:

    • Cross-disciplinary design and troubleshooting of all things with a mix of mechanical, electrical, fluid power, sensors, actuators, and the programmable control systems
    • 2D / 3D CAD, 3D Printing with ABS/PLA FDM and UV resin-based technology
    • Hobby-scale and industrial manufacturing robotics
    • Electrical power distribution systems
    • Microcontroller, and Single-Board Computer controls (Arduino and Raspberry Pi – like boards)
    • Simplify complex topics into meaningful and intuitive concepts
    • Thinking outside the accepted boxes and textbook examples
    • Health and Safety
    Lab Spaces and Department Resources:

    • ME2350 Mechatronics Lab
    • ME2180 Fluids Lab
    • ME2363 Satellite Lab
    • Equipment loans