AETC 135 Controls and Instrumentation

This course will provide students with skills and terminology needed to understand the fundamentals of control systems including: concepts, components, layout drawings, schematic drawings, software, hardware, and documentation. Topics covered are: block diagrams, open and closed loop systems, schematics, and automation. This course uses simple projects to gain basic understanding of control systems.

Credits

3 credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

30

Semester Contact Hours Lab

30

AETC 135Controls and Instrumentation

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I. General Information

Department

Trade and Industry Technical

II. Course Specification

Credit Hours Narrative

3 credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

30

Semester Contact Hours Lab

30

III. Catalog Course Description

This course will provide students with skills and terminology needed to understand the fundamentals of control systems including: concepts, components, layout drawings, schematic drawings, software, hardware, and documentation. Topics covered are: block diagrams, open and closed loop systems, schematics, and automation. This course uses simple projects to gain basic understanding of control systems.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

  • Demonstrate basic electronics knowledge in class and lab activities.
  • Apply knowledge of control systems in class and lab activities.
  • Manipulate control systems in class and lab activities.
  • Identify types and uses of sensors in class and lab activities.
  • Compare sensors used in different scenarios.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies

Assessment Strategy Narrative

Students will take both a written and hands-on approach to assess their knowledge.