ELT1080 Control Systems 1

Introductory · 1 credit · TMT - Trades, Manufacturing and Transportation

Description: Students construct process control systems, demonstrate their basic operation and demonstrate procedures for testing them.
Prerequisite: ELT1010: Electro-assembly 1
Parameters: Access to digital/analog multimeters, pressure devices and related resources.

Outcomes The student will:

1 identify how control systems are used in residential and commercial applications
- 1.1 draw and explain a process control system using block diagrams depicting each functional component and the flow of signals through the systems
2 identify basic process control systems and explain how they function
- 2.1 explain the difference between open-loop and closed-loop control systems
3 construct basic process control circuits, using passive devices
- 3.1 construct a basic process control system using passive devices including:
  - 3.1.1 thermistor
  - 3.1.2 pressure sensor
  - 3.1.3 proximity switch
  - 3.1.4 light control resistor
  - 3.1.5 float switch
  - 3.1.6 reed switch
  - 3.1.7 photocell
- 3.2 explain process control terms including:
  - 3.2.1 precision
  - 3.2.2 standard
  - 3.2.3 calibration
  - 3.2.4 accuracy
  - 3.2.5 sensor
  - 3.2.6 transducers
  - 3.2.7 distortion
  - 3.2.8 transients
  - 3.2.9 sampling
  - 3.2.10 interrupt
  - 3.2.11 frequency
- 3.3 demonstrate knowledge in measuring voltage, current and resistance in any control system using analog and digital instruments
- 3.4 explain how to test process control circuit(s), voltage, current, continuity, opens and shorts
4 demonstrate established laboratory procedures and safe work practices
- 4.1 demonstrate safe and correct procedures in measuring voltage, current and resistance using digital and analog meters
5 demonstrate basic competencies
- 5.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
  - 5.1.1 communicate
  - 5.1.2 manage information
  - 5.1.3 use numbers
  - 5.1.4 think and solve problems
- 5.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
  - 5.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
  - 5.2.2 be responsible
  - 5.2.3 be adaptable
  - 5.2.4 learn continuously
  - 5.2.5 work safely
- 5.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
  - 5.3.1 work with others
  - 5.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
6 make personal connections to the cluster content and processes to inform possible pathway choices
- 6.1 complete/update a personal inventory; e.g., interests, values, beliefs, resources, prior learning and experiences
- 6.2 create a connection between a personal inventory and occupational choices