Programmable Logic Controller Systems (Manufacturing/Electrical Technology Module)

Status: FULL

Level

Duration

12 Weeks

Department

Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Start Date

12/09/2023

Course Type

Flexible & Professional

Location

Blended

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To provide the learner with a broad knowledge of automation systems, programming approaches and industrial control applications. Having successfully completed this module, the learner will be able to:

Outline the benefits of programmable control
Explain the scan cycle operation of a programmable logic controller
Devise structured programmes for manufacturing control applications using appropriate computer software
Use a PLC to control discrete electro-mechanical and pneumatic devices in accordance with EN 60204
Select an appropriate control action for a simple process model

What are the entry requirements?

There are no formal entry requirements for participants wishing to take this module as a single subject, however these are not introductory level modules and some familiarity with the area as well as a level of independent study would be expected for exam success. Participants taking this module as part of the Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Technology or the Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Technology must meet the entry requirements outlined on their course pages.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE: Applicants who do not have English as their first language must ensure they satisfy English Language requirements. For entry to undergraduate courses, a minimum score of 5.5 in an IELTS exam is required. For postgraduate courses, a minimum of 6.0 is required. It s the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their English proficiency meets these requirements.

Who can I contact?

Flexible Learning Team
+353 61 293464
flexible.midwest@tus.ie

What modules will I study?

PLC control
PLC programming
Software programming
PLC applications
Control systems
Programming using Ladder Logic (LAD) and Sequential Function Charts (SFC) in GX Developer software for the Mitsubishi FX PLC

More Information

Delivery

Blended - online and on campus (Moylish, Limerick)

12 weeks, 3 hours per week.

Tuesday evenings from 7.00pm to 10.00pm

Please note that you are required to have access to a destop PC or laptop to participate in modules which are running in an online delivery format.

What will the time committment be?

Each 5 credits will normally equate to approximately 100 Total Learning Hours. Total Learning Hours includes the time you spend in class (lectures, tutorials, practical elements) and the time you spend completing work outside of college. The balance between these two varies by discipline, and by level of study. You should bear in mind that the workload will increase at particular times e.g. when assignments are due.

Assessment

Each taught module has a programme of continuous assessment worth 50% and a final exam worth 50%. It is necessary to pass both elements to achieve an award in the module.

Qualification

Participants not registered on the Degree may request a TUS Subject Certificate (Level 7, 5 Credits) on successful completion of the module. Participants registered for the Degree will receive ECTS credits for each group of modules successfully completed. Accumulation of 60 credits will lead to the Degree Award.

NOTE: This module may be completed as a stand-alone course, or it may be completed by eligible participants for credit towards the award of Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Technology (Level 7) or Bachelor of Engineering in ELectrical Technology (Level 7).