ELT3160 Control Applications

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

Description: Students demonstrate the fundamentals of programmed controls and demonstrate how sensing devices are integrated to control output devices.
Prerequisite: ELT2150: Electronic Controls
Parameters: Access to program logic controller, associated input/output devices and related resources. Note: The student must have access to instruction from an individual with electrical technologist or journeyperson status when he or she is performing practical components using anything other than low voltage.
Supporting courses: ELT2130: Magnetic Control Devices ELT3140: Motors

Outcomes The student will:

1 identify and describe input and output hardware components and the methods of programming
- 1.1 draw and identify addressing, ladder logic and wiring diagram of a programmable logic controller (PLC) installation
- 1.2 describe and explain numbering systems and codes for internal logic control
- 1.3 plan PLC ladder programs and wiring diagrams using advanced programming logic functions
- 1.4 create a flow diagram to write programming logic
- 1.5 compare relay logic and PLC programming
2 use programming logic, including real or programmed inputs, to control electromagnetic devices
- 2.1 demonstrate principles of electromagnetic motor starters to control large current flow to output devices
- 2.2 demonstrate principles of feedback loop input sensors to protect output devices
- 2.3 demonstrate the action of overload and limit switch feedback loop input sensors to protect the output system
- 2.4 demonstrate knowledge of how either a direct current (DC) or an alternating current (AC) motor is operated by a PLC
- 2.5 demonstrate knowledge of how analog to digital conversions are done on a PLC
3 use various instruction codes to operate and control electromagnetic devices
- 3.1 identify the difference between real-world devices and internal program devices when programming the PLC
- 3.2 research the benefits and drawbacks of using PLCs
- 3.3 research how PLCs are used in computer-integrated manufacturing
- 3.4 build a multiple motor and PLC-controlled installation and write a program to control the installation
- 3.5 demonstrate a knowledge of PLC function by writing advanced programs to operate a relay-controlled AC motor
- 3.6 design programming functions with input and output devices so the PLC can control electromagnetic devices and indicator lamps
- 3.7 draw PLC ladder programs complete with wiring diagrams of input and output systems
4 demonstrate established laboratory procedures and safe work practices
- 4.1 identify and follow safe wiring practices when wiring input and output circuits
- 4.2 use protection devices for all circuits
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 create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
- 6.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
- 6.2 identify steps to achieve goals