Study Guide

Objective

Students will learn how to create multi-axis motion control systems using frequency converters, AC motors, servo-drives and servo-motors. They will also learn to implement energy-efficient automation systems required by motion control by using fieldbuses.

Content

Controlling a goods processing station using programmable logic, servo-drive and servo-motor, PLC, frequency converters and AC motors, multi-axis motion control using a PC-based controller, signals and data transmission solutions commonly used in motion control instruments

Materials

Lecture handouts, lecture demonstrations, assignments, product and programming manuals of various manufacturers

Teaching methods

Lectures, demonstrations, assignments and group work

Student workload

Total work load of the course: 108 h
- of which scheduled studies: 40 h
- of which autonomous studies: 68 h

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student knows the basic concepts of single-axis motion control.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student masters well principles of multi-axis motion control and fieldbus communication.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

In addition to the above, the student can utilize learned skills in demanding projects.

Assessment methods and criteria

Exercises and an examination (100%)

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student knows the basics.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student masters well principles of multi-axis motion control and fieldbus communication.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student can utilize learned skills in demanding projects.

Qualifications

Machine Automation 1

Further information

The issues of automation technology are internationally similar.