Publication in the Diário da República: Despacho nº 1469/2007
4 ECTS; 3º Ano, 2º Semestre, 30,0 PL + 30,0 TP + 4,0 OT , Cód. 912362.
Lecturer
            - Bruno Miguel Santana Chaparro  (2)
(1) Docente Responsável
(2) Docente que lecciona
Prerequisites
          Not applicable.
Objectives
          In this course the students should gain the hability to identify situations where the industrial automation can bring advantages. It is also intends mastering the equipment used in automation and its programming techniques.
Program
          1. Introduction to automation
2. Sensors and actuators
3. Electric logic circuits
4. Programmable Logic Controlers (PLCs)
5. PLC programming
6. Automatic control
Evaluation Methodology
          The evaluation will be performed based on written tests according the schedule and criteria defined on the academic regulation.
Bibliography
          - Francisco, A. (2003). Autómatos Programáveis. (Vol. NA). Portugal:  LIDEL
- Pires, J. (2012). Automação Industrial. (Vol. NA). Portugal:  ETEP
Teaching Method
          Lectures, tutorials and laboratory classes
Software used in class
          Schneider Twuido Suite
Omron CX Programmer
Nb Designer
Siemens Simatic Step 7
Siemens Simatic WinCC Flexible

















