Automation technology
| Structure Type: | Course |
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| Code: | KC03BAUT05 |
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| Type: | Compulsory |
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| Level: | Bachelor |
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| Credits: | 5.0 points |
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| Responsible Teacher: | Alarinta, Jarmo |
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| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
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Course Implementations, Planned Year of Study and Semester
| Curriculum | Semester | Credits | Start of Semester | End of Semester |
| BIOEL-2014 |
3 autumn |
5.0 |
2016-08-01 |
2016-12-31 |
| BIOEL-2015 |
3 autumn |
5.0 |
2017-08-01 |
2017-12-31 |
| BIOEL-2016 |
3 autumn |
5.0 |
2018-08-01 |
2018-12-31 |
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, students will be able: explain basic understanding of automated systems, indentify common sensors in the automation of components and where such sensors can be, organize PLC and how it can be used in systems control units. Be able to determine the structure of process automation and be able to identify instruments and systems used in process automation, such as control rooms, control instruments and channels in the process industry. Student know the graphic symbols used in process automation and be able to write a simple program code.
Student's Workload
Total work load of the course: 135 h
- of which scheduled studies: 60 h
- of which autonomous studies: 75 h
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Information technology
Contents
Differences between the automation of components and the automation of processes, Controls and adjustments, Common sensors used in the automation of components, relay controls, automated systems, PLCs and how to programme them.
Automation systems and their hierarchical levels. Adjustment and control circuits. Control room software. Stages and instruments in automation projects. Structured program descriptions and program structure; sequence, choice, loop, subroutines calling a simple programming and documentation.
Recommended or Required Reading
Automaatiojärjestelmien logiikat ja ohjaustekniikat WSOY/(Keinänen, Kärkkäinen, Lähetkangas, Sumujärvi)
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Automaatiojärjestelmien logiikat ja ohjaustekniikat WSOY/(Keinänen, Kärkkäinen, Lähetkangas, Sumujärvi)
Assessment Criteria
Satisfactory (1...2): The student knows and understands to a basic concepts and methods of topics, and is able to apply them to usual problems.
Good (3...4): The student is familiar with the concepts and methods of topics, and is able to apply them to different types of problems. The student is able to combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject.
Excellent (5): The student is familiar with the concepts and methods of topics, and is able to apply them to a variety of different problems. The student has demonstrated creativity and innovation, and is able to find new meanings when applying what they have learned.
Assessment Methods
Exam and approved assignments
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