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Programmable Logic Controllers(PLCS)

  • Course Code :
    MKT 440
  • Level :
    Undergraduate
  • Course Hours :
    2.00 Hours
  • Department :
    Department of Mechanical Engineering

Instructor information :

Area of Study :

This course aims to: • Introduce the Programmable logic controllers (PLCs) as an industrial option for a microprocessor based control unit. • Introduce the necessary hardware and software for editing debugging, and executing a PLC control program. • Train students to design, build, and test a PLC program code for controlling an automated system.

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Programmable Logic Controllers(PLCS)

Basic Programmable logic controllers (PLCs) functions and programming; Relay and ladder logic; PLC programming and interfacing; PLC installation practices and troubleshooting techniques; Strategies to identify and localize PLC hardware generated problems; PLC Safety Procedures; PLCs in mechatronics systems; Mini design projects.

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Course outcomes:

a. Knowledge and Understanding:

1- a1. Describe the function of the main parts of a typical PLC.
2- a2. Describe the different types of PLC peripherals.
3- a3. Interpret the basic PLC programming instructions.
4- a4. Describe the main steps for commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of a PLC controlled system.

b. Intellectual Skills:

1- b1. Develop PLC programs based on logic gate functions.
2- b2. Convert relay ladder schematics to ladder logic programs.
3- b3. Develop PLC programs directly from a narrative description.
4- b4. Apply combinations of counters and timers to PLC programs.
5- b5. Create PLC programs involving data manipulations, math and sequencer instructions.

c. Professional and Practical Skills:

1- c1. Install the PLC editor Software to a specific PC.
2- c2. Apply safety rules in preparing and execution of PLC control systems.
3- c3. Download the designed ladder logic program to the corresponding
4- c4. Present the results of Experiments of control using PLC.

d. General and Transferable Skills:

1- d1. Work in stressful environment and within constrain.
2- d2. Communicate effectively.
3- d3. Effectively manage tasks, time, and resources.
4- d4. Search for information and engage in life-long self-learning discipline


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Course topics and contents:

Topic No. of hours Lecture Tutorial/Practical
Introduction 2 0
PLC H.W. components 2 0
Basics of PLC Programming 2 0
Programming Timers 5 0
Programming Counters 5 0
Programming Control Instruction 3 1
Data Manipulation Instructions. 3 0
Math Instructions 2 0
Sequencer & Shift register Instruction 3 0
PLC Commissioning, maintenance, & Trouble shooting. 3 0
Labs- Project work. 0 15

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Teaching And Learning Methodologies:

Teaching and learning methods
Interactive Lecturing
Problem solving
Discussion
Experiential learning
Project
Research

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Course Assessment :

Methods of assessment Relative weight % Week No. Assess What
Assignments, Participation, & Quizzes 20.00 12
FinalWrittenExam 40.00
First MidTerm Exam 15.00 6
Project 10.00 12
Second Midterm Exam 15.00 9

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Books:

Book Author Publisher

Recommended books :

• Bolton, William; “Mechatronics: Electronic Control Systems in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering”; Prentice Hall, 4th Edition, 2008

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