Industrial Automation
Course Code: BHM4704
Programme: Bachelor of Mechatronic Engineering Technology
Institution: Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA)
Course Description
This course covers the principles and technologies of industrial automation systems. Students learn to design and integrate automated systems used in modern manufacturing and process industries.
Topics Covered
- Introduction to automation and control systems
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC): programming and applications
- Sensors and actuators in industrial settings
- Human-Machine Interface (HMI) design
- Industrial communication networks
- Safety systems and standards in automation
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Understand the principles and components of industrial automation systems
- Program PLCs for industrial control applications
- Select and integrate appropriate sensors and actuators for automation systems
- Design basic HMI systems for industrial applications
- Apply safety standards and practices in automation system design