Manufacturing Automation (Apprenticeship)

Description

This module introduces pneumatic and electro-pneumatic technologies used to control machines. The student will analyse basic pneumatic/hydraulic manufacturing applications and develop automated solutions using Programmable Logic Control (PLC) technology. PLC ladder logic programmes will be designed, developed and tested in accordance with industrial safety standards.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Outline the working principles of electro-pneumatic components

  2. Describe the components of pneumatic and hydraulics actuation.

  3. Simulate basic and multi-actuator pneumatic and electro-pneumatic circuits.

  4. Specify, size and select suitable pneumatic components for industrial applications

  5. Construct ladder logic programmes using Boolean Logic, IOs, timers, counters, sequencing

  6. Design and test PLC programs

  7. Identify and implement safety measures in the design of automated systems

Credits
10
% Coursework 60%
% Final Exam 40%