Course Title DE6411 PLC Programming 2 Version: June 2011 ...

Course Title

DE6411 PLC Programming 2

Course Code

xxx.xxx

Level

6

Credits

MIT credits

Course Hours

Version: June 2011

15

NQF

Lecture directed learning: 45 Made up of

Self directed learning: 105 Made up of

Lecture: 15 Blended: 30 Tutorial: Practical: Workshop: Total Learning Hours

150 3

Independent study:

Attendance Requirement

MOE Classification 1, 2, 3 or 4 Pre requisites

Mode of delivery Intramural, distance, blended

Blended

DE5402 PLC Programming 1

Purpose

To develop an understanding and an advanced knowledge of PLC systems, applications and programming methods.

MIT Graduate Capabilities

The MIT Graduate Capabilities (GC) are as follows. The level to which each is achieved is indicated in brackets. Zero indicates that the GC is not targeted in this course. a) Motivation (4) b) Ethical Behaviour (0) c) Critical thinking (4) d) Problem solving (4) e) Reading Literacy (0) f) Information Literacy (4) g) Professional Conduct (3) h) Team Work (4) i) Arohā (0) j) Adaptability (3)

k) l)

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Entrepreneurship (0) Interpersonal capability (3)

OUTLINE OF CONTENT

LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS

ASSESSMENT VALID/RELIABLE

RESOURCES REQUIRED TEXT, WEB LINKS, EQUIPMENT, COMPUTER LABS ETC AS APPLICABLE

Formative assessment:

PLC Laboratory in which students can plan, design and program their projects.

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LO1 Demonstrate knowledge and full use of advanced PLC programming applications

LO2 Describe and implement advanced input/output modules, communication methods and control systems relevant to PLCs

LO3 Describe and implement data communications for field devices and PLCs.

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Interactive lectures introduce key theoretical knowledge, and interactive and practical elements to reinforce the abstract knowledge learnt. Lectures will include staff demonstrating and student practising industry Demonstrate the standard programming application of PID practice. (Proportional,

Apply advanced PLC Programming Concepts. Indirect addressing, step control, array manipulation and testing. Maths functions.

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Derivative)

Interactive blended delivery is the key learning Apply Data method. Students design, produce and test software Communication Concepts. solutions using software Communication programming techniques protocols. Fieldbus introduced during the systems. interactive lectures. Apply Interfaces to a PLC for Control. Touch screens and their interfacing to the PLC.

Problem based learning is a key teaching strategy, where students are given structured problems / tasks to solve, and through which they intrinsically develop knowledge, skills

Feedback is continuous throughout the course with on-line interactive test questions on the LMS, group activities and lab progress feedback. This facilitates the opportunity for question and answer dialogue (both staffstudent and studentstudent). It also provides constructive feedback on an ongoing basis. The PLC programming development environment provides opportunity for ongoing formative assessment of student progress. Lab tasks with progression to case studies, leading to the design projects outlined below. Summative assessments will be carried out as follows:

Exemplars and information from the RS5000 Help Menu. The internet, (the Rockwell website in particular), will be used as an information source. Computer software and hardware will be provided as tools for the workshops. Class notes (in booklet form), are provided that cover the general contents of the course. Recommended Text: Fundamentals of Programmable Logic Controllers, Sensors & Communications by Jon Stenerson, 2nd edition

and professional attitudes. The LMS functions as the “home page” of the course. It is used as a source of information and news, for revision, for both formative and summative exercises, and other online activities. A wide range of resource material is uploaded for use by the students. The LMS is used as an assessment tool and to promote and reinforce learning.

Two tests (15% each = 30% in total) Each test is a combination of practical and theoretical content (½ practical and ½ theoretical). The students’ knowledge in programming logics and data communications for field devices and PLCs (LO1-LO3).

Two design projects (10% each = 20% in total). These are practical programming projects that assess the students’ knowledge in programming logics and basic network communications (LO1- LO3). Examination - 50% LO1-LO3 The exam is a written exam covering all aspects of the course: PLC programming, data communications, input/output and control systems. The assessment weightings and types are set in the NZDE national documentation. Students must achieve a minimum of 50% to pass the course.

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IPENZ Graduate Attributes Knowledge of Engineering Science Analysis and Problem Solving Design and Synthesis Investigation and Research Evaluation and Management of Risk Team work Communication Ethics and Responsibility to Society Management and Financial Practical Knowledge and Application

Outcome 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3