FPTC 246 Applied Automation 1*

Students will design, install, and troubleshoot automated control systems, relays, sensors, solenoids, indicators, timers, transformers, line starters, motors, programmable logic controls (PLCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), human machine interface (HMIs), devicenet and Ethernet communication, and Factory Talk. Student will use Rockwell Automation products.

Credits

3 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

30

Semester Contact Hours Lab

30

Prerequisite

FPTC 142 and FPTC 135

FPTC 246Applied Automation 1*

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I. General Information

Department

Trade & Industry

II. Course Specification

Course Type

Program Requirement

Credit Hours Narrative

3 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

30

Semester Contact Hours Lab

30

Prerequisite Narrative

FPTC 142 and FPTC 135

Grading Method

Letter grade

Repeatable

N

III. Catalog Course Description

Students will design, install, and troubleshoot automated control systems, relays, sensors, solenoids, indicators, timers, transformers, line starters, motors, programmable logic controls (PLCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), human machine interface (HMIs), devicenet and Ethernet communication, and Factory Talk. Student will use Rockwell Automation products.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

  • Understand the theory of automated control systems.
  • Create and troubleshoot automated control systems.
  • Demonstrate understanding of systems specifications and operations through labs and projects.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies

Required Exams

Final project/Exam

Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements

Final project/Exam