Course Description:
This course is the second level course in building automated systems using programmable logic controllers. Topics in totally integrated automation include:
design and setup of systems that include PLCs to replace hard-wired relay logic systems
design using ladder logic programming with different types of timers
PLC programming using counters
PLC programming using math, and Move functions.
Creating and editing PLC functions
Programming using Analog functions, configuring and setting up analog input and output modules.
Setting up and programming PLC networks.
Downloads:
Class Syllabus Fall 2014
Step by Step Guide to Setup a ProfiBus Network, written by Dr. Khalid Tantawi
Guide to Siemens TIA Portal V13 Software, written by Dr. Khalid Tantawi
Lecture 1: Introduction
MECH 2200 Course Syllabus
Totally Integrated Automation
Fall 2014
Meeting time: Section BSP: Wednesday 3:00 – 5:45 PM and Thursday 4:00 - 5:50 PM
Section M01: Wednesday 3:00 – 5:45 PM and Friday 2:00 - 3:50 PM
Classroom: 202 NA-MEC building, Bridgestone La Vergne plant
135 McMinnville Center, 042 Fayetteville Center
Prerequisites: MECH 1500 Digital Fundamentals and PLCs
MATH 1710 Algebra/Precalculus
Required Textbook: F. D. Petruzella, “Programmable Logic Controllers”, 4th edition (2011), McGraw Hill.
References:
M. Mano and Ciletti, “Digital Design”, 4th edition, 2007, Prentice Hall
Khaled Kamel and Eman Kamel, “Programmable Logic Controllers Industrial Control”, (2014), McGraw Hill
Course Objectives:
There are four main objectives for this course:
1. To implement and develop PLC programs using timers and counters.
2. To program PLC stations with math instructions.
3. To use analog modules and analog technology in PLC systems
4. To implement fieldbus networks such as Profibus-DP and MPI standards.
Grading Policy:
Quizzes: 25% (closed book and closed notes)
Mid Term Exam: 25% (closed book and closed notes)
Lab work: 25% (closed book and closed notes)
Final Exam: 25% (closed book and closed notes)
Letter Grade Distribution:
90-100: A
80-89.9: B
70-79.9: C
60-69.9: D
Less than 60: F
Quiz and Exam schedule
Quiz 1 Chapters 5, 6, 7
Quiz 2 Chapters 8, 10
Quiz 3 Chapter14 and handouts
Quiz 4 Handouts and notes
Mid Term Exam Chapters 5, 6, 7, 10, 11
Final Exam Comprehensive
Course Material and Schedule:
Week Topics/Chapter
1 Chapters 5 and 6 review
2 Chapter 7: programming timers
3 Chapter 8: programming counters; Quiz 1
4 Chapter 10: Data manipulation in Step 7
5 Chapter 11: Math instructions; Quiz 2
6 Chapter 14: sections 1-5
7 Chapter 14: sections 6 -7; Mid Term Exam
8 Introduction to Analog applications
9 Analog modules and applications
10 Configuration and programming of Analog modules and applications
11 PLC Networking: MPI and Profibus; Quiz 3
12 PLC Networking: MPI bus, Profibus
13 Introduction to HMI and Profibus systems; Quiz 4
14 Integration of HMI and Profibus
15 Review and exam preparation; Final Exam
Note: This schedule may change. If changes are made, announcements will be made in advance regarding those changes. It is your responsibility to conform to all announcements, changes, and additions made during the classes.
Class and Lab Policies:
Please conform to all regulations and rules set by the Bridgestone plant that hosts the lab and class sessions. Also please remember that:
As per the regulations of the Bridgestone plant, taking pictures is prohibited without a permission from the plant administration in advance.
All students are restricted to the designated locations within the NAMEC building.
No make-up sessions will be given for absence without a documented reasonable excuse.
Attendance is very important. Missing five regular sessions (three accelerated sessions) or more will result in an F grade.
It is your responsibility to regularly check your default MSCC email address to be aware of any important/emergency notice about the course or class schedule.
Neatness counts. Please submit neat homework and class work. Points may be taken off if your exam or work paper is unreadable or lacks neatness and/or organization.
You are encouraged to ask questions in the class, in my office, through email, twitter, or on the phone.
Safety Rules and Measures:
It is extremely important to follow the safety guidelines before you start and during the lab sessions. Some of the rules and measures that you must take are listed below.
Wear safety glasses.
Remove watches, jewelry, rings, and ties.
If you have a long hair, you must tie it up or put it in a cap.
Wear tight-fitted clothes and remove jackets.
Wear short sleeves, or properly rolled-up long sleeves.
Wear heavy duty shoes.
Make sure the floor is dry before you start and stays dry during the lab session. Never start your lab session if the floor is wet or greasy.
Familiarize yourself with the location of the emergency stop buttons before you start your lab session.
Some labs may require wearing electrically-insulating gloves. Please be aware when they are needed.
Proper Lockout/Tagout procedures are strictly enforced. In addition, always unplug the electric motors before performing any experiment.
Inform other students around you and your group members, if you are working in a group, before you plug in or operate, or turn on an electrical equipment, in particular electric motors.
Important Phone Numbers:
Emergency from a Motlow Campus phone: 9-911
Emergency department of the Bridgestone facility: (615) 287-7555
Emergency from a Bridgestone facility phone: 7555
Bridgestone General Information (Front Gate): (615) 287-7342