Expand+What are the entry requirements?
There are no formal entry requirements for participants wishing to take this module as a single subject, however these are not introductory level modules and some familiarity with the area as well as a level of indep...

Hide-What are the entry requirements?
There are no formal entry requirements for participants wishing to take this module as a single subject, however these are not introductory level modules and some familiarity with the area as well as a level of independent study would be expected for exam success. Participants taking this module as part of the Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Technology or the Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Technology must meet the entry requirements outlined on their course pages.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE: Applicants who do not have English as their first language must ensure they satisfy English Language requirements. For entry to undergraduate courses, a minimum score of 5.5 in an IELTS exam is required. For postgraduate courses, a minimum of 6.0 is required. It s the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their English proficiency meets these requirements.

Expand+To provide the learner with a broad knowledge of automation systems, programming approaches and industrial control applications. Having successfully completed this module, the learner will be able to:

Outline the benefits of programmable control
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Hide-To provide the learner with a broad knowledge of automation systems, programming approaches and industrial control applications. Having successfully completed this module, the learner will be able to:

Outline the benefits of programmable control

Explain the scan cycle operation of a programmable logic controller

Devise structured programmes for manufacturing control applications using appropriate computer software

Use a PLC to control discrete electro-mechanical and pneumatic devices in accordance with EN 60204

Select an appropriate control action for a simple process model

What will the time committment be?
Each 5 credits will normally equate to approximately 100 Total Learning Hours. Total Learning Hours includes the time you spend in class (lectures, tutorials, practical elements) and the time you spend completing work outside of college. The balance between these two varies by discipline, and by level of study. You should bear in mind that the workload will increase at particular times e.g. when assignments are due.

Qualification
Participants not registered on the Degree may request an LIT Subject Certificate (Level 7, 5 Credits) on successful completion of the module. Participants registered for the Degree will receive ECTS credits for each group of modules successfully completed. Accumulation of 60 credits will lead to the Degree Award.

NOTE: This module may be completed as a stand-alone course, or it may be completed by eligible participants for credit towards the award of Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Technology (Level 7) or Bachelor of Engineering in ELectrical Technology (Level 7).