IMCT435 – Control Principles 1
Module code
IMCT435
Module title
Control Principles 1
Prescription
Apply principles of control systems, platforms, and industrial communication systems, including plant safety and utility systems used to control and monitor industrial processes in an industrial environment.
Programmes
- NZ2301
NZQA Level
Level 4
NZQA Credits
16
Delivery method
- Web-Supported
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 160
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- 1. Describe in detail the principles of PLC’s.
2. Design, write, and store a PLC program.
3. Identify and explain number systems
4. Outline the electronic principles in PLC and VSD hardware
5. Differentiate between DCS’s and PLC’s.
6. Describe in detail the principles of VSDs.
7. Configure VSD for different applications.
8. Explain the installation and commissioning requirements of VSDs.
9. Understand the advantages and disadvantages of VSD’s - Content
- As specified in the learning outcomes and the performance criteria.
- Teaching and Learning Strategy
- Learning will be by way of structured distance learning, either by hardcopy written material and assessments or by on-line learning and assessment. In addition, structured practical learning will take place where students are given a range of tasks to complete and observations to make from their practical findings.
Students will be encouraged to research some aspects of their theory and practical by way of reference to manufacturers’ instructions and device specification sheets which may be via library/database and/or internet searches. - Assessment Criteria
- Achievement of a pass grade in all portfolios.
