Great Basin College
Instrumentation Technology
Spring 2015
Student Syllabus For EIT 437 Computer Analog Control
Location & Time:
Room: EIT Building
Time: Monday - Thursday – 7:30 AM to 10:45 AM
Date: Number of Classes: 12
Credits: 3
Instructor Information:
Name: Jim Stugelmayer Office: Annex
E-mail: james.stugelmayer@gbcnv.edu
Phone Office: 753-2354
Required Text:
Title: Programmable Controllers – Principles and Applications 4 th Addition
Author: John Webb & Ronald Publisher: Prentice Hall
Course Description
Successful completion of this course will provide the student with an understanding of the concepts
pertaining to analog control using Programmable Logic Controllers. Applications include selection of
hardware including processor architecture, input/output module wiring, programming, controller
installation and system troubleshooting. Students will learn PID control systems by utilizing PLC
hardware/software in a ‘live’ process. Loop tuning methodology, controller feed-forward, feedback,
cascade, and ratio control will be incorporated on process simulators.
Prerequisites:
ELM134B – Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers
ELM136B – Programmable Controller Applications
EIT233 – Introduction to Instrumentation
EIT323 Installation & Configuration
EIT315 – Pressure, Level, Flow Measurement
EIT333 – Process & Instrument Diagrams
Outcomes:
Objectives
Demonstrated Ability
Engineer working PLC system
Connect field devices to conventional control
panels and PLC I/O
Troubleshoot errors in installation
Troubleshoot errors in programming
Develop strategies involved with start-ups
1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8,
4, 6, 9, 14
11, 12, 15,
12, 13, 16
11, 14, 17
Success in the course will be demonstrated by the ability to:
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2.
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4.
Program analog instrumentation into a PLC
Configure HMI hardware to allow operator interface
Configure local digital panels to interface with PLC’s
Wire process trainer interconnections for level, flow, temperature, and pressure loops into an I/O
interface
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Design control loops for PLC and/or conventional operation
Incorporate interlocks for emergency shutdown
Relate P&ID drawings into HMI software (EIT333)
Engineer units of measure for process trainer into operator useable values
Use data logging to report useful measurements
Transmit values to other devices for control or monitoring using hardwired or telemetry techniques
After all components are installed and tested, proceed to a systematic start-up
Understand documentation and specifications of instruments involved and relevant PLC hardware
Develop block diagrams of file structure
Create a plan to utilize more than 2 drops for networking applications
Wire current and voltage loops
Utilize proper process control strategies
Troubleshoot process process upsets and know how to resolves issues
Assignments/Content/Schedule:
Class 1 Lecture - Overall PLC systems
Class 2 Lecture - The PLC as a computer, I/O Modules, Power supplies
Class 3 Lecture - Programming formats
Class 3 Lab – Program basic closed loop feedback level control
Class 4 Lecture – Flow charting a process
Class 4 Lab – Wire process trainer to I/O
Class 5 Lecture – Input and output registers
Class 5 Lab – FORCE I/O to loop check instrument integrity
Class 6 Lecture – PLC Table and register MOVES
Class 6 Lab – Tie in external monitoring equipment
Class 7 Lecture – PLC analog signal processing
Class 7 Lab – Start-up process trainer, verify I/O
Class 8 Lecture – Typical PID functions
Class 8 Lab – Control level in process trainer with PLC
Class 9 Lecture – Network communication
Class 9 Lab – Read process values at remote locate
Class 10 Lecture – Troubleshooting PLC malfunctions
Class 10 Lab – Find/Evaluate/Repair introduced errors into control system
Class 11 Lab – Incorporate flow loop into system. Configure PLC for Cascade Control
Class 12 Lab – Demonstrate viability of control system; hand in all drawings, schematics, and wiring
diagrams. Show how a feedback and ratio control system can be utilized with the existing instrumentation.
Homework is required each week with quizzes every other week and a final exam.
Evaluation and Grades:
Grade values are as follows:
A- Superior 4.0, B -Above Average 3.0, C- Average 2.0, D- Below Average 1.0, F- Failure 0.0
IIncomplete, W- Withdrawal
Evaluation of student performance will be based on the following:
Quizzes
20%
Homework
20%
Lab
25%
Final
35%
“I” – Students may receive a final report of “I”, or incomplete, if they have completed at least ¾ of the
course with a grade of “C” or better, but are unable to complete the class for good cause. You must arrange
for the incomplete with your instructor and acknowledge the statement of work you must complete to
receive a final grade. You have until March 15th for Fall Semesters and October 25th for Spring and
Summer Semesters to complete the work for the final grade. An incomplete not made up within this time
period will have a grade assigned by the instructor, which could be and “F” or “W”.
“W” - Students may opt for withdrawal up to the 13 th week of classes. It is your responsibility to withdraw
formally from a course. Instructors have the option of assigning a failing grade for unofficial withdrawals.
The “W” is not used in computing your cumulative grade-point average. It will appear, however, on your
transcript, and will always be a permanent part of it. Veterans who withdraw from classes after the official
add/drop period may experience penalties, and may be required to pay back all or part of the benefits
received for that course. If you are veteran contemplating changes in enrollment, you should get the advice
of the Director of Student Financial Services.
Student Responsibility:
In this course as in the workplace, students must attend class and turn assignments in on time. Attendance
will be taken daily and will count toward the final grade. All assignments must meet designated deadlines
(no late assignments). Late assignments will be accepted only by prior arrangements. If a class must be
missed, the student must notify the instructor in advance. Absenteeism and tardiness will reflect on the
final grade. Four (4) absences, lecture/lab, will be considered a WITHDRAWAL from the course.
Tardiness will count as one-half of an absence. Each absence will reduce the final grade by 3%. Because
this is a lab-oriented course, student participation is essential. All students must observe school policies on
attendance and conduct.
Safety:
All students participating in laboratory activities at school or on site will be required to review and sign
Electrical Technology GBC Safety Procedures. No student use of laboratory /tools will be allowed unless
authorized supervision is present or special permission has been granted by the instructor.
Disabilities:
GBC supports providing equal access for students with disabilities. An advisor is available to discuss
appropriate accommodations with students. Please contact the ADA Officer (Julie Byrnes at 775.753.2271
at your earliest convenience to request timely and appropriate accommodations.