Module Title: | Mechatronics 4 |
Language of Instruction: | English |
Module Aim: |
The aim of this module is to provide the students with the knowledge to design, build and analyse hydraulic and electromechanical systems typically used in industry. |
Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to: |
LO1 |
Examine and analyse Hydraulic systems |
LO2 |
Describe the operation of AC Motors understanding their specific starting characteristics, efficiencies, speed control and testing. |
LO3 |
Construct basic PLC programs, understand Inputs, Outputs, CPU and control strategies, employing timers/counters in typical industrial programming scenarios (filling systems, production lines) recognising sinking and sourcing output control cards and their application. |
LO4 |
Program and run a motor using a Variable Speed Drive (VSD) in the Lab. |
Pre-requisite learning |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. |
No incompatible modules listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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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 |
Hydraulics
Pump selection and calculation of pressure and flow
Construction and analysis of hydraulic circuits for particular applications.
Filtration and design of Offline filtration loops, with filter sizing and efficiency.
Design of hydraulic power packs, including tank, frame, pump position, valve sub plate mounting, heating and cooling circuits.
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AC Motors
Induction Motors and their operation
Torque-load curves and starting characteristics.
Methods of starting
DOL,
Star/Delta,
Soft Starters,
VSD
Calculation of motor size and consideration of energy use over its lifetime in selection of motor types, Eff1, Eff2...
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Variable Speed Drives
VSDs basic design and function
Application of VSD on variable torque loads and potential energy saving of using VSDs on fans, pumps and payback.
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Basic PLC programming
Input and Output control cards, connection strategies, sinking & sourcing cards, programming methods (statement list, Ladder logic, SFC) programming offline and compiling to Run, error checks and basic control of simulated plant.
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 50.00% |
Project | 25.00% |
Practical | 25.00% |
Continuous Assessment |
Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
Examination |
In class assessment |
1,2,3 |
15.00 |
Week 7 |
Short Answer Questions |
Online quizzes on various topics covered |
1,2,3 |
20.00 |
Every Second Week |
Examination |
In class assessment |
1,2,3,4 |
15.00 |
Sem 1 End |
Project |
Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
Project |
Specified mechatronic project |
3 |
25.00 |
Week 9 |
Practical |
Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
Practical/Skills Evaluation |
Series of computer based and laboratory based labs |
1,2,3,4 |
25.00 |
Every Second Week |
No End of Module Formal Examination |
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Lecture |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
Laboratory |
12 Weeks per Stage |
3.00 |
Independent Learning |
15 Weeks per Stage |
4.33 |
Total Hours |
125.00 |
Module Delivered In
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