| Course Name | Automation Technology Principles & Applications |
|---|---|
| Department | Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering |
| Programme Description | This course is designed to provide fundamental knowledge of industrial automation and field devices commonly associated with it.The participant will be introduced to common field sensors, their operation, application and installation in a simulated industrial environment. This will be complimented by the learning basics skills in setting up and programmeming PLCs in conjunction with field devices. People credited with these competencies will be equipped with knowledge and skills to interpret schematics that incorporate control accessories in automated circuits. They will also have a basic knowledge of programmemable Logic Controllers (PLCs), including the ability to design and implement a simple programme on any one type of PLC. The competencies encompassed in this module is equivalent to Level 5 of the National Qualifications for Electrical Fitter Mechanic. |
| Course Learnings | * Demonstrate knowledge of industrial process field control devices and their applications, Demonstrate application of programmemable logic controllers as applied in industrial automation. |
| Level | Certificate |
| Highest Attainment | |
| Notes | |
| Fees |
Department:
Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Programme Name:
Industrial Controls
Programme Description
This course is designed to provide fundamental knowledge of industrial automation and field devices commonly associated with it.The participant will be introduced to common field sensors, their operation, application and installation in a simulated industrial environment. This will be complimented by the learning basics skills in setting up and programmeming PLCs in conjunction with field devices. People credited with these competencies will be equipped with knowledge and skills to interpret schematics that incorporate control accessories in automated circuits. They will also have a basic knowledge of programmemable Logic Controllers (PLCs), including the ability to design and implement a simple programme on any one type of PLC. The competencies encompassed in this module is equivalent to Level 5 of the National Qualifications for Electrical Fitter Mechanic.
Course Learnings
* Demonstrate knowledge of industrial process field control devices and their applications, Demonstrate application of programmemable logic controllers as applied in industrial automation.
Level
Certificate
Notes
Fees