Industrial Automation 1

Description

This module will provide the student with practical knowledge Electrical Control Systems, beginning with basic control of motors and progressing throughout the course with more complicated types of control.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Select and install the panel wiring cables, accessories and protective devices required for 'direct on line', 'forward/reverse' 'star/delta and sequence starting of motors.

  2. Install a safety relay circuit incorporating an emergency stop.

  3. Develop and interpret schematic diagrams of the listed motor power and control circuits.

  4. Install a soft start controller on a three phase motor and identify suitable applications.

  5. Install a thermistor relay on a direct-on-line motor control circuit.

  6. Fault find on various motor control exercises utilising schematic drawings, test instruments and manufacturers' technical data.

  7. Describe the operation and layout of various PLC systems

  8. Select input/output modules for a given application

  9. Read and interpret basic ladder diagrams/statement lists on a programmable console.

  10. Assemble and wire a PLC system using a number of inputs and outputs. Install programmes and test for function.

  11. Back up a PLC program on hard disk or diskette/usb drive.

Credits
10
% Coursework 50%
% Final Exam 50%