Course overview
This course covers advanced knowledge in programmable logic controller (PLC) technology (used more than 70% in industry automation) to solve problems related to mechatronic systems design and industrial actuation and automation. It relies on student’s hands-on experience to expand the knowledge base and depth in the fundamental areas of mechatronic systems engineering with a modern and practical understanding on remote control via human-machine interface (HMI) based on the supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and wireless technologies.
- Industrial Process Control and PLC Fundamentals
- Advanced PLC Programming and Mechatronic Device Control
- Integrated System Design and Intelligent Automation
Course learning outcomes
- Develop basic programming skills with PLCs
- Demonstrate an understanding of data types, CPU memory, I/O
- Demonstrate the ability to program automation processes using PLCs
- Demonstrate the ability to control simple devices such as motors and cylinders using PLCs
- Explain the architecture of Micro-controller systems
- Design a simple real-time Micro-controller system
Availability
Class details
Mawson Lakes
Class number 25335
Section PR01
Size 20
Available 20
Class number 25336
Section WS01
Size 20
Available 20
Class number 30508
Section LE01
Size 30
Available 30
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 25338
Section PR01
Size 40
Available 40
Class number 25337
Section PR02
Size 40
Available 40
Class number 25339
Section WS01
Size 80
Available 80
Class number 30507
Section LE01
Size 30
Available 30
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