Course Title: Analyse and problem solve a PLC based industrial control system
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C5433 Diploma of Applied Technologies
Course Title: Analyse and problem solve a PLC based industrial control system
Portfolio: Vocational Education
Nominal Hours: 100
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.Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities
Course Contact: Darren Mattingley
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8311
Course Contact Email: Darren.Mattingley@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
This unit defines the skills and knowledge required to analyse the role of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) in Industry 4.0 workplace environments, including implementing PLC applications, testing and problem-solving a PLC-based Industry 4.0 related industrial control system (including setting up, testing and documenting the PLC program) and ensuring integration with other Industry 4.0 systems in a workplace. PLC controller functions and software may be local or cloud-based.
Assessments for this course include practical projects and a knowledge assessment.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
National Competency Codes and Titles
National Element Code & Title: |
MEM29004 Analyse and problem solve a PLC based industrial control system |
Elements: |
1. Identify the control and networking requirements for the PLC application 2. Set up a PLC-based industrial control system 3. Test and verify PLC program 4. Complete work and document PLC program |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the elements of this unit of competency.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Task 1: Practical Assessment
Assessment Task 2: Practical Assessment
Assessment Task 3: Knowledge Assessment