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Control Systems and PLC Fundamentals

The document outlines a series of in-class assignments focused on control systems, including definitions of key terms like SCADA and PLC, types of sensors, and the operation of interfacing devices. It also covers the importance of control systems in industrial processes, differentiates between open and closed loop systems, and discusses programming languages used in PLC and SCADA systems. Additionally, it includes tasks related to sketching diagrams, explaining operations, and converting wiring diagrams to ladder logic.

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Control Systems and PLC Fundamentals

The document outlines a series of in-class assignments focused on control systems, including definitions of key terms like SCADA and PLC, types of sensors, and the operation of interfacing devices. It also covers the importance of control systems in industrial processes, differentiates between open and closed loop systems, and discusses programming languages used in PLC and SCADA systems. Additionally, it includes tasks related to sketching diagrams, explaining operations, and converting wiring diagrams to ladder logic.

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INCLASS 1

1. Define the following terms


a) SCADA [2]
b) Transducer (Active and Passive) [2]
c) Programmable Logic Controller [2]
d) Loop Control [2]
e) Closed Loop Control [2]

2. State and explain five different types of sensors used in Control Systems [15]
3. State the elements of C- programming [5]
4. With the aid of diagrams describe the operation of the following interfacing devices:
a) Opto-Coupler [10]
b) Line Driver [10]
c) Briefly describe the basic components of a micro-controller [15]

INCLASS 2

1. Define a control system and state its importance in industrial processes [4]
2. Using block diagrams, differentiate between open loop and closed loop systems [12]
3. Describe the use of a stepper motor as an example of an open loop control. [6]
4. Give any three practical examples of the following
a. Continuous control systems [3]
b. Discontinuous [3]
5. List two practical applications of the following control modes:
a. Proportional plus integral [2]
b. Proportional plus derivative [2]
c. Proportional plus integral plus Derivative Control [2]
6. State advantages of the following control systems
a. Ratio [3]
b. Cascade [3]
7. State advantages of the following control systems
a. Ratio [3]
b. Cascade [3]
8. Consider the block diagram given below to answer the following three questions:
What is the transfer function of the system? [4]

Inclass 3

Question 1

a) Sketch a simple PLC block diagram consisting of input port, output port and buses. [6]
b) Explain overall operation. [8]
c) State the advantages of using a PLC over relay logic systems. [5]

Question 2

a. List the programming languages used in PLC and SCADA systems [3]
b. Differentiate between online and offline programming systems [4]
c. Draw the corresponding ladder diagrams for the corresponding logic gates
i. AND gate [3]
ii. OR gate [3]
iii. NAND gate [3]
d. Convert the following wiring diagram to ladder logic [10]

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