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Archived Version 2022 - 2023
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Description This module introduces the concept of a control system and its various elements (electrics, pneumatics and hydraulics as power sources) and examines technological system behaviour. Students will integrate these elements with programmable controllers to automate examples of control systems. The module will enable students to appreciate control functions and to integrate higher levels of control and automation into design solutions of future problem briefs. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Use software to develop simulations for electronic control and calculate and define suitable output values. 2. Select suitable sensors and test their operation in a range of technological control systems. 3. Demonstrate the ability to synthesise fundamental control design concepts. 4. Use appropriate software for the design, simulation, testing and analysis of a control system design. 5. Use programming language to develop a sketch to control an Arduino microcontroller. 6. Use visual programming language software to control a micro:bit controller and associated motor driver boards. 7. Outline the principles of open and closed loop control. 8. Use a PLC to control an electromechanical robotic device to do specific tasks. 9. Define the principles of combinational and sequential logic. 10. Outline the advantages of micro-processor controlled systems and how they provide precision, programmable control and flexibility when compared with traditional systems. 11. Devise mathematical models of systems which relate outputs to inputs for calculating how a systems output will vary with time. 12. Describe measurement systems in terms of sensors, signal conditioners and displays. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities SI Units:Fundamental quantities, basic units, multiples and sub-multiples in S.I. system. Derived quantities and their units.Statics:Representation of forces, Vector Diagrams, Polygon of Forces, Principle of Moments, Moments of area, Centroids.Kinematics:Linear & Angular velocity, velocity-time graph, projectiles, relationship between angular and linear motion.Applications:Applications of Mechanics within Junior and Senior cycle technology subject syllabi (theory and practice). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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