EEE419 Programmable Logic Controllers

5 ECTS - 3-2 Duration (T+A)- 7. Semester- 4 National Credit

Information

Unit FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
ELECTRICAL-ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING PR. (ENGLISH)
Code EEE419
Name Programmable Logic Controllers
Term 2021-2022 Academic Year
Semester 7. Semester
Duration (T+A) 3-2 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 5 ECTS
National Credit 4 National Credit
Teaching Language İngilizce
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Label E Elective
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Prof. Dr. ULUS ÇEVİK
Course Instructor Prof. Dr. ULUS ÇEVİK (Güz) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

Introducing the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and its architecture. Getting students to comprehend control systems. Developing PLC programming skills.

Course Content

Introduction to PLCs. Architecture of the PLC. Elements of the control system, relays and control. Ladder diagrams. Application of PLCs in control circuits. PLC functions (timers, counters, cotrol relays). Reset in control circuits. Physical parts of the PLC, and their operations. PLC programming tools. Choosing a PLC for an application. Advanced PLC programming techniques. Speed of a PLC, and the factors affecting it. Interrupts.

Course Precondition

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Resources

Notes

The PLC Workbook, K. Clements-Jewery, W. Jeffcoat, Prentice Hall.


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 The student, upon successful completion of this course:
LO02 Comprehends the PLC architecture,
LO03 Recognizes PLC programming methods,
LO04 Recognizes peripheral devices, and use them,
LO05 Develops algorithms, and converts them to software using the programming methods.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 - Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems. 3
PLO02 - Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 5
PLO03 - Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. 4
PLO04 - Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ computer programming techniques, and information technologies effectively. 5
PLO05 - Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions. 2
PLO06 - Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. 4
PLO07 - Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, 2
PLO08 - Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself. 1
PLO09 - Consciousness to behave according to ethical principles and professional and ethical responsibility; knowledge on standards used in engineering practice. 1
PLO10 - Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development. 0
PLO11 - Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. 0
PLO12 - Ability to apply the knowledge of electrical-electronics engineering to profession-specific tools and devices. 5
PLO13 - Having consciousness about the scientific, social, historical, economical and political facts of the society, world and age lived in. 1


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Introduction to PLCs. Architecture of the PLC. None
2 Elements of the control system, relays and control. Review the previous lecture contents
3 PLCs and control, Ladder diagrams. Review the previous lecture contents
4 Application of PLCs in control circuits. Review the previous lecture contents
5 PLC functions (timers, counters, cotrol relays). Review the previous lecture contents
6 Reset in control circuits. Review the previous lecture contents
7 Review Review the previous lecture contents
8 Mid-Term Exam Review the previous lecture contents
9 PLC programming tools. Review the previous lecture contents
10 Choosing a PLC for an application. Review the previous lecture contents
11 Advanced PLC programming techniques. Review the previous lecture contents
12 Speed of a PLC, and the factors affecting it. Review the previous lecture contents
13 Interrupts. Review the previous lecture contents
14 Review Review the previous lecture contents
15 Review Review the previous lecture contents
16 Term Exams Review the previous lecture contents
17 Term Exams Review the previous lecture contents


Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria

Assessment Type Midterm / Year Impact End of Term / End of Year Impact
1. Midterm Exam 100 40
General Assessment
Midterm / Year Total 100 40
1. Final Exam - 60
Grand Total - 100


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 5 70
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2
Final Exam 1 2 2
Total Workload (Hour) 116
Total Workload / 25 (h) 4,64
ECTS 5 ECTS

Update Time: 30.04.2025 01:11