Course Title: Implement and problem solve a PLC-based industrial control system

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2021

Course Code: MIET7616

Course Title: Implement and problem solve a PLC-based industrial control system

School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5398 - Diploma of Applied Technologies

Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: vehs@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher

Jan Jia

Ph:+61 3 9925 4390
Email: jan.jia@rmit.edu.au  
 

Program Manager

Dr. A R M Muniruzzaman (Munir)

Email: munir.muniruzzaman@rmit.edu.au

Appointment by email

Nominal Hours: 60

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

Nil

Course Description

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to implement, test and problem solve a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) based industrial control system. It requires the ability to prepare, set up, test and document the PLC program.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

VU22313 Implement and problem solve a PLC-based industrial control system

Element:

1. Prepare for PLC application

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Identify PLC application requirements from documentation, work request or discussion with relevant personnel


1.2 Identify OHS/WHS procedures and risk control measures relevant to the work site, job being undertaken and organisational policies and procedures


1.3 Consult with appropriate personnel to ensure planned work is coordinated effectively with others and downtime is minimised


1.4 Identify the required measurements and data to select the control system components


1.5 Identify and select resources and equipment that are consistent with PLC application requirements and manufacturer’s specifications


1.6 Check tools and equipment for serviceability and rectify or report any faults prior to commencement


1.7 Analyse implementation requirements of the control system to ensure that the planned approach meets requirements

Element:

2. Set up the PLC application

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Apply OHS/WHS procedures and risk control measures associated with PLC application

2.2 Program PLC according to manufacturer’s specifications and PLC application requirements

2.3 Troubleshoot within scope of role, seeking assistance where required

2.4 Select methods for dealing with unexpected situations based on safety and specified outcomes

Element:

3. Test and verify PLC program

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Test the function and operations of the PLC program

3.2 Check equipment and machinery as being isolated during the testing process according to safety requirements

3.3 Respond to unexpected situations based on safety and specified outcomes

3.4 Verify test results and other diagnostic findings by using alternative processes as required

Element:

4. Complete work and document PLC program

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Apply OHS/WHS procedures and risk control measures to completing the PLC applications

4.2 Clean work area according to OHS/WHS requirements

4.3 Document PLC program and function test according to workplace procedures

4.4 Process workplace documentation according to established procedures

Learning Outcomes


Refer to Elements and Performance Criteria


Details of Learning Activities

Learning Activities
You will involve in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates.

  • Lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Practicals exercises
  • test 


Teaching Schedule

The proposed teaching schedule for the competency is detailed below:

Week

Topic Delivered

1

Introduction to automation and control systems. safety concepts, occupational health and safety induction, 4 basic logic functions, truth table,

practical activity 1, due at the end of the session

2

Programmable controllers. Siemens controller 1500. portal version 14 software. IEC61131 programming languages. Ladder Diagram

practical activity 2 due at the end of the session

3

Number systems and codes. CPU unit operation. CPU memory organization

practical activity 3, due at the end of the session

4

Programming concepts. Data Types. Logic functions. Logical operators.

practical activity 4 

5

Discrete sensors and actuators. Interfacing sensors and actuator devices.

hand out practical project 1 due at week 8

6

Bistable and latching functions. Signal edge response.

7

Timers. On-delay, off-delay, and self-resetting timers. Cascaded timers.

8

Counters. Reversible counters. Cascaded counters. Timer/counter combinations.

Practical Test  1 due 

9

The practice of knowledge and skills to the simulated industry environment

Practical activity 5

10

Sequential process control.  State sequencers in graph language

Boolean transitions. Transition programs. Branching. Boolean actions. Action programs. Action qualifiers

practical activity 6, due at the end of the class session

 11

Analogue signal, ST language application, Control concepts

practical activity 7,

due at the end of week 12

 12

Boolean actions. Action programs. Action qualifiers

hand out practical project 2, due at week 16

 13

industrial application

commission faults finding and diagnostic

continue working on project 2

 14

Controlled stop and emergency stop requirements.

Manual/Auto mode applications. Timer and counter applications.

continue working on project 2

 15

Programming state sequencers testing and process monitoring

 

 16

Revision on all topics,

Practical Test 2 due

 17-18

Catchup works, Test


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

Students will be able to access information and learning materials through Canvas and may be provided with additional materials in class. A list of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.

 


Overview of Assessment

Assessment 1: Practical Project 1

Assessment 2: Practical Project 2

Assessment 3: Practical Activities 1-7

Assessment 4:  Final Test

 

These tasks assess the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Assessment Mapping Matrix

 

Elements/

Performance Criteria Covered

Assessment 1 Practical Project 1           

Assessment 2 Practical Project 2           

Assessment 3 Practical Activities 1-7           

Assessment 4 Final Test

1.1

X

X

X

X

1.2

X

X

X

X

1.3

X

X

 

 

1.4

X

X

 

 

1.5

X

X

 

 

1.6

X

X

X

X

1.7

X

X

X

 

2.1

X

X

X

X

2.2

X

X

X

X

2.3

X

X

X

X

2.4

X

X

X

X

3.1

X

X

X

X

3.2

X

X

X

X

3.3

X

X

X

X

3.4

X

X

X

X

4.1

X

X

X

X

4.2

X

X

X

X

4.3

X

X

 

 

4.4

X

X

 

 

 


Assessment Tasks

Assessment 1: Practical Test 1

Assessment 2: Practical Test 2

Assessment 3: Practical Activities 1-7

Assessment 4: Test

All assessment tasks need to be successfully completed to demonstrate competence.
 

Assessment Due Dates

All assessment tasks will have a due date provided and published in Canvas. Assessments submitted after the due date will not be accepted unless an extension has been provided or special consideration has been granted.

Assessment Resubmissions (if Unsatisfactory)

You will be allowed 1 (ONE) resubmission attempt FOR EVERY ASSESSMENT (if unsatisfactory). You will be provided with a new due date by your teacher for your resubmission attempt if a resubmission is required.

If you do not submit your assessment (First attempt) by the due date you will not be eligible for resubmission if unsatisfactory.


Assessment Matrix

Assessment vs VU22313 Elements & Performance Criteria

 

Elements/

Performance Criteria Covered

Assessment 1 Practical Test 1           

Assessment 2 Practical Test 2           

Assessment 3 Practical Activities 1-7           

Assessment 4 Test

1.1

X

X

X

X

1.2

X

X

X

X

1.3

X

X

 

 

1.4

X

X

 

 

1.5

X

X

 

 

1.6

X

X

X

X

1.7

X

X

X

 

2.1

X

X

X

X

2.2

X

X

X

X

2.3

X

X

X

X

2.4

X

X

X

X

3.1

X

X

X

X

3.2

X

X

X

X

3.3

X

X

X

X

3.4

X

X

X

X

4.1

X

X

X

X

4.2

X

X

X

X

4.3

X

X

 

 

4.4

X

X

 

 

 

Other Information

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
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  • Relevant
  • Current
  • Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course

Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.
 

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assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice 
maths and science developmental support and advice 
English language development 

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Equitable Learning Services (ELS):

If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
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Late submission: 

If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager. 
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgment as to whether the extension has been granted. 
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date. 

Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked. 

Special consideration: 

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration 

Plagiarism: 

Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University. 

Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism. 

Other Information: 

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