Module Title:PLCs and Electropneumatics
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:7
Module Delivered In 1 programme(s)
Teaching & Learning Strategies: The lectures will incorporate a mixture of presentations, examples and student exercises/problem-solving, question and answer sessions, group discussions and online resources. The Institute Managed Virtual Learning Environment will be utalised in the module delivery to provide learning resources and interactively communicate with students. Extensive use will be made of “hands-on” laboratory equipment, PLC software simulation programs and Electropneumatic software simulation programs to promote greater student engagement with the learning process by facilitating them to apply and implement the concepts explored in the classroom. Students will also work collaboratively from time to time in the completion of exercises and development of solutions.
Module Aim: The aim of this module is to develop the students understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers and Electro-Pneumatic control systems as applied to systems used in automated processes across a range of industrial applications both safely and ethically.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Explain the operating principles of PLC's and Electropneumatic Control Systems.
LO2 Develop a PLC Program for a given application.
LO3 Specify suitable electropneumatic valves, sensors and actuators to interface with a PLC program.
LO4 Implement programming and debugging procedures for different PLCs.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
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Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
PLC Overview
Construction of PLCs including Rack and Modular types, types of input/output modules and their applications, internal PLC memory types. Ethical consideration when operating and programming PLC's
PLC Operation
Introduction to the operation of PLC's including programming methods, Internal relays, Timers and Counters and safety precautions when wiring PLC's.
Electropneumatics
Operation of electropneumatic components, including solenoid operated valves, actuators and position detection switches. Safety considerations when working with pneumatic equipment.
PLC Programming
Generate a PLC program for a given operation including Input/Output schedules, wiring diagrams, programming, fail safe operations, correct shut down of machinery and testing individually and collaboratively..
HMI
Introduction to HMI programming to interface with a between the PLC and the operator.
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment50.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Short Answer Questions Online/Classroom based test. 1,3 5.00 Week 5
Short Answer Questions Online/Classroom based test. 1,3 5.00 Week 10
Project Create a project to demonstrate the control of an application using a PLC. 1,2,3,4 40.00 Sem 1 End
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Formal Exam Written Exam 1,2,3 50.00 End-of-Semester
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Short Answer Questions Online/Classroom based test. 1,3 5.00 Week 5
Short Answer Questions Online/Classroom based test. 1,3 5.00 Week 10
Project Create a project to demonstrate the control of an application using a PLC. 1,2,3,4 40.00 Sem 1 End
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Formal Exam Written Exam 1,2,3 50.00 End-of-Semester

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Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lab/Lecture Every Week 3.00
Independent Learning Time Every Week 6.00
Total Hours 9.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lab/Lecture Every Week 3.00
Independent Learning Time Every Week 6.00
Total Hours 9.00
 

Module Delivered In

Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CW_EMIMC_D Batchelor of Science in Industrial Measurement and Control 1 Mandatory