ECET 30200 - Introduction To Control Systems

Credit Hours: 4.0.

This first course in industrial controls is applications oriented and includes on-off type open- and closed-loop control systems, and analog-based systems. Major topics include relay and programmable controller-based systems.

Course Objectives:

After completing the course student should be able to:

1. Select and use PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) hardware and software.

2. Understand PLC input-output modules and characteristics.

3. Develop, program,. and demonstrate a significant PLC project.

4. Understand the nature of mechanical relay contacts and operating coils, minimum and maximum current ratings and contact bounce and energize and de-energize delays.

5. Investigate analog I/O modules, characteristics and troubleshooting.

6. Network PLCs using Data-Highway+ and communicate with EXCEL spreadsheets.

7. Understand the operation of thermal, position, flow sensors and strain sensors.

8. Develop equations for linear and non-linear sensors

9. Implement lab project designs and procedures using standard industry practices.

Prerequisites:

ECET 23100 Minimum Grade of D- or

EET 23100 Minimum Grade of D-

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