Introduction to automation engineering, 5 credits - TE00CG93
Syllabus
2nd year fall term and spring term
Number of ECTS credits
5 credits
Upcoming implementations:
No upcoming implementations. See the syllabus for more information.
Competence objectives of study unit
The aim of the course is to familiarize the student with basic concepts and uses of automation. After completing the course the student:
- Knows why and where to use automation
- Knows the basic equipment used in automation systems
- Knows the basics of sensoring
- Knows the basics of Programmable Logic Controllers and the programming of them
- Can read and understand simple automation drawings and diagrams
Prerequisites
- Matematiikka
- Sähköfysiikka (not translated)
Content of study unit
1. Basics of PLC
2. Control rooms and HMI
3. Introduction to PLC programming
4. Safety systems
5. Automation system communication