MG6020 – Automation
Module code
MG6020
Module title
Automation
Prescription
To enable the student to learn modern advanced automation systems and practice used in industry.
Programmes
- SC1001
NZQA Level
Level 6
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Enhanced
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- 1.Select, interface, program and operate typical industrial networks.2.Apply a SCADA/HMI software package.3.Analyse peer to peer communication between PLCs.4.Interpret and apply IEC 61131-3.
- Content
- -Automation networks, concepts and the choice of media for applications.-Advanced interfacing methods.-The operation of a field bus.-Programming and interfacing of a touch screen to a PLC.-Concept, purpose, capability and programming of a SCADA system.-Peer to peer communication between PLCs.-IEC 61131-3 Function Block Diagram, Structured Text and Sequential Function Chart programming.
