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ACS6131   Industrial Automation   (15 credits)

 
Year Running: 2021/2022
Credit level: F7
Additional Information   MEC students must have taken and passed ACS337

Description

Industrial automation has become an important feature today, especially in this age of rapid production and high precision. Knowledge and skill in this area has therefore become increasingly necessary. This module aims to give you the opportunity to interact directly with devices such as sensors and actuators through Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) and PC; gather, process and monitor data locally or at remote locations; configure the hardware and program the latest version of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) used in industries. You will have the opportunity to learn PID controllers and their applications in industry.

 

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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type Hours
Independent 102.0
Lab 36.0
Lecture 12.0
 

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type Duration % of formal assessment Semester
Course Work 0.0 45 % S2
Other 0.0 55 % S2
 

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2021-22.