Module Title: | PLCs and Electropneumatics |
Language of Instruction: | English |
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.
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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.
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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 |
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
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PLC Operation
Introduction to the operation of PLC's including programming methods, Internal relays, Timers and Counters and safety precautions when wiring PLC's.
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Electropneumatics
Operation of electropneumatic components, including solenoid operated valves, actuators and position detection switches. Safety considerations when working with pneumatic equipment.
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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..
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HMI
Introduction to HMI programming to interface with a between the PLC and the operator.
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 50.00% |
End of Module Formal Examination | 50.00% |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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
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