Control SystemsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objectives

Students can design control systems and use programmable logic controllers, microcomputers and other controlling devices. They gain experience in using controlling devices and attaching them to the object being automatized. The students know how to document a project containing machine automation controls and how to program with programmable logic.

Content

Relay control systems and programmable logic controllers. PC as the control unit. CAN, ASI and Profibus fieldbus.

Further information

Literature: Handouts, other literature to be announced later. Educational methods: teach-in, demonstrations, series of lectures, study conversation, self study/distance learning, exercises, assignments, practical work, coursework, summary report/essay, exam, collective learning, net learning, field-work (incl. study trips), laboratory work/workshop, net learning, research project, group exam and seminar. Language of instruction: Finnish Contact person: Olavi Kopponen.