ING3306 Automation of Ships and Weapons Systems
Good knowledge of automated units and general control technology is important in engineering. The course provides the foundation for PLC programming, system topology, communication and operator systems, specifically aimed at marine units such as propulsion machinery, auxiliary systems and safety systems.
The course covers the following academic content: Programming PLC: The architecture and function of PLC, hardware and communication configuration; Programme structure: POU, functions and function blocks, use of digital and analogue inputs and outputs; programming of control systems; hardware, process network and software troubleshooting. Control technology theory: Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, process control, process shutdown and emergency shutdown systems, structured design and documentation of PLC programs, general instrumentation and smart instruments, instrumentation in potentially explosive areas, network and communication on naval vessels with an emphasis on fieldbus.
The course follows the STCW code tables: A-III/6, A-III/7 and STCW function: Electrical, electronic and control systems at operational and support levels, maintenance and repairs at operational and support levels.
Knowledge
After completing the course, the cadet is able to:
- describe key concepts and methods in control technology, PLC programming, system topology, communication and operator systems
- explain how local networks and the Internet function: Ethernet and Wi-Fi, TCP/IP
- demonstrate an academic foundation for courses based on control technology and basic PLC programming
- demonstrate a general understanding of the operation and technology of automated facilities
Skills
After completing the course, the cadet is able to:
- use relevant terminology for automated facilities in naval vessels
- explain basic methods in control technology, PLC programming and automated facilities
- use knowledge of automated marine technical facilities and is able to carry out troubleshooting of these
- configure and programme a PLC
- analyse simple situations in the use of local networks and the Internet
General competences
After completing the course, the cadet is able to:
- demonstrate insight into automated facilities in naval vessels
- share his/her knowledge about automated facilities in naval vessels
- Eight hours/week teaching, of which four hours are theory and four hours are practical laboratory exercises
- Curriculum review using questions/discussions
- Computer programming exercises with PLC programme simulation
- PLC programming exercises with computer connected to a PLC and input and output equipment
- Solving exercises and review by student/teacher
- Student presentations, compulsory written assignments, tutorials and independent study.
- Project
- Tests
Examination is carried out according to the Regulations for Admission, Studies and Examinations (in Norwegian, “Forskrift om opptak, studier og eksamen”) at the Norwegian Defence University College.
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- Datablader og håndbøker fra PLS-leverandør.
| Mandatory coursework | Courseworks given | Courseworks required | Presence required | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Øvinger | Required | |||
| Prosjekt | 1 | Not required | ||
| Tester | 2 | Required |
| Form of assessment | Grouping | Duration | Type of duration | Grading scale | Proportion | Oral examination | Comment | Supported materials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skriftlig eksamen | Individual | 4 | Hours | A-F | 45 % | Not required | ||
| Mappevurdering | Individual | - | A-F | 55 % | Not required |