EEE8105 : Distributed Control Systems (MEng) (Inactive)
- Inactive for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Mohammed Elgendy
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
1. To present the development of distributed control systems in a manufacturing environment.
2. To communicate standard bus structures and their applications.
Outline Of Syllabus
Historical description and development of distributed control systems; study of automation concept, controllers, sensor/ actuators technology, open communication protocol for Networks, PLCs concept and programming; distributed control system concept; Flexible manufacturing systems; Information Technology (IT) and the Just In Time (JIT) concept; a distributed control system arena and the components of a production unit; networking concept and benefits; production quality; example of network topology and protocols; Network selection for specific application.
IEE standards; other standards; criteria for bus selection; ISO/ OSI seven layer reference model; reduced ISO/ OSI layers; example of latest I/ O devices used in integrated systems; Use of microcontroller concept in I/ O devices and comparison; embedded system with network capability.
Introduction to popular Fieldbus models. PCL and IEC1131-3 programming concept; Study of 5 different programming by means of examples.
Distributed control systems (DCS) to include fundamental understanding and the important aspects of integrating autonomous intelligent devices which are capable of supporting processes which co-ordinate their activites and exchange information by means of a communication network. To study the importance of information technology for reducing waste, processing time, number of defective products, lower failure rate, easier identification of bottlenecks, better production scheduling, greater flexibility, ability to identify deterioration in equipment before actual failure and above all the necessity of Just in Time capability. Introduction to Control Area Network, CAN.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 24 | 0:30 | 12:00 | Revision for final exam |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | Final exam |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 12 | 2:00 | 24:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 62:00 | 62:00 | Reviewing lecture notes; general reading |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Lectures provide core material and guidance for further reading, problem solving practice is integrated into lecture structure.
Topic is supported by case studies.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 120 | 2 | A | 100 | N/A |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The examination provides the opportunity for the student to demonstrate their understanding of the course material. The problem solving aspects of the assessment enable the student to demonstrate that they are able to apply this understanding and their analysis and synthesis skills to novel situations.
Reading Lists
Timetable
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