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MECH 0054 - Mechatronics System

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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Formerly known as CIE 54 Prerequisite: Completion of MECH 4 with grade of "C" or better Hours: 108 (54 lecture, 54 laboratory) Description: Full integration of mechatronic principles into complete closed-loop systems such as automated production equipment and industrial robots. Topics include sensors, optical encoders, analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion, closed-loop AC and DC motor control, hydraulic power concepts, hydraulic motors, pneumatic and hydraulic valves and actuators and fluid power computer simulation tools. (CSU) Units 4 Lecture-Discussion 54 Laboratory 54 By Arrangement Contact Hours 108 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Diagnose and develop solutions for issues with complete mechatronic control systems. Analyze and construct pneumatic and hydraulic actuated systems. Design and create closed loop industrial control systems. Course Content Outline I. Advanced PLC Programming II. Analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion III. Voltage signaling versus current signaling IV. Closed-loop system control, including PID loop control V. PWM and VFD-based motor speed control methods VI. Functional Block Programming of PLCs VII. Fluid power concepts and symbology VIII. Fluid power computer-based simulation tools IX. Construction of pneumatic systems X. Hydraulic systems A. Hydraulic cylinder control B. Hydraulic motor control XI. Analysis of multi-station industrial control systems XII. PLC-based control of multi-station industrial control systems Course Objectives Course Objectives Lecture Objectives: 1. Explain the essential components and concepts for a closed-loop system. 2. Investigate the key parameters of an analog-to-digital interface to a PLC. 3. Investigate the key parameters of a digital-to-analog interface to a PLC. 4. Differentiate the characteristics of voltage signaling and current signaling systems. 5. Investigate PLC code for a closed-loop temperature control system. 6. Explain the concept of PWM motors speed control and the application of optical encoding. 7. Investigate the key parameters of PID loop control. 8. Analyze a PLC-based controlled-closed loop AC Motor control system using a VFD and PID loop control. 9. Appraise the advantages and disadvantages of Functional Block PLC programming. 10. Identify and select the schematic symbology used for fluid power control. 11. Critique the advantages and disadvantages of hydraulic systems. 12. Analyze the components and operation of a small-scale industrial processing station. 13. Instruct the class on the operation of a small-scale industrial processing station. 14. Analyze a full control program for a small-scale industrial processing station. 15. Investigate the technology for PLC-based control of multi-station industrial control systems. Laboratory Objectives: 1. Construct, evaluate and document an analog-to-digital interface to a PLC. 2. Construct, evaluate and document a digital-to-analog interface to a PLC. 3. Construct, evaluate and document a PLC controlled-closed loop temperature control system. 4. Construct, evaluate and document a closed-loop DC Motor control system using PWM and optical encoders. 5. Construct, evaluate and document a closed-loop AC motor control system implementing PID loop control. 6. Develop and interpret Functional Block programming for a PLC. 7. Design and simulate a fluid power system. 8. Construct, evaluate and demonstrate a pneumatic logic circuit. 9. Investigate and demonstrate a hydraulic fluid-power system. 10. Design and implement a simple control program for a small-scale industrial processing station. 11. Evaluate, modify and document a full control program for a small-scale industrial processing station. 12. Design and implement a PLC-based control system for a multi-station industrial control system. Methods of Evaluation Essay Examinations Objective Examinations Problem Solving Examinations Projects Reports Skill Demonstrations Reading Assignments 1. Read PLC manual sections pertaining to analog-to-digital conversion. Students should prepare to discuss the topic during the next class session. 2. Review fluid power symbology and learn the proper method for implementing various valve, metering and actuator systems. Students should prepare to discuss the topic during the next class session. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Analyze existing PLC code for a small-scale industrial processing station. Evaluate various alternate methods for implementing similar system behavior. 2. Write a technical report documenting the hardware and software for optimized control of a small-scale industrial processing station. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Organize and maintain a course portfolio incorporating all pertinent documentation related to fully integrated mechatronic systems. Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course. Scientific calculator Computer data storage media