ACADEMICS
Course Details

ELE408 - Industrial Control

2024-2025 Fall term information
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ELE408 - Industrial Control
Program Theoretıcal hours Practical hours Local credit ECTS credit
Undergraduate 3 0 3 6
Obligation : Elective
Prerequisite courses : ELE354
Concurrent courses : -
Delivery modes : Face-to-Face
Learning and teaching strategies : Lecture, Problem Solving, Other: Homeworks
Course objective : This course aims to equip the student with a working knowledge of control engineering. We will try to present the big picture of industrial automation and control by discussing realistic approaches to real control problems by using contemporary methodologies and technologies.
Learning outcomes : A student who completes the course successfully will be able to Formulate and Analyse control engineering and automation problems Develope system architectures for automation and control systems Selection and Analysis of Alternative Sensor and Actuator Technologies Design basic level electronic instrumentation and control circuits Design feedback control loops for industrial problems
Course content : Structure of Industrial Control and Automation Problems Modelling of Processes Sensing and Actuation Technology Electronic Instrumentation Technology Automation via PLC Technology Control System Architecture and Design
References : D.Bailey, E.Wright, Practical SCADA for Industry, Elsevier, 2003.; T.L.M.Bartelt, Industrial Control Electronics, 7.Ed., Delmar Learning, 2001.; R.N. Bateson, Introduction to Control System Technology, 7. Ed.,; Prentice Hall, 2002.; Bennett, Real Time Computer Control, 2. Ed., Prentice Hall, 1993.; J.P. Bentley, Principles of Measurement Systems, 2nd. Ed., Longman, 1988.; A.Bodur, Pratik DCS: Dağıtılmış Kontrol Sistemleri, Bileşim Yayıncılık, 2006.; A.Bodur, G.Dinçer, C.Gerçek, Her Yönüyle Enstrümantasyon ve Ölçme, Infogate, 2001.; J.G. Bollinger, N.A. Duffie, Computer Control of Machines and Processes,
Course Outline Weekly
Weeks Topics
1 Introduction to Industrial Control
2 Dynamical System Models
3 Modelling of Industrial Processes
4 Measurement Fundamentals
5 Sensor Technology
6 Actuator Technology and Electrical Drives
7 Signal Conditioning and Data Acqusition
8 Midterm Exam
9 Sequantial Control and PLC
10 Continuous Process Control and PID Controllers
11 Advanced Control Architectures
12 Control of Multivariable Processes
13 Embeded Control Systems
14 Industrial Communications
15 Preparation for Final exam
16 Final exam
Assessment Methods
Course activities Number Percentage
Attendance 0 0
Laboratory 0 0
Application 0 0
Field activities 0 0
Specific practical training 0 0
Assignments 10 10
Presentation 0 0
Project 0 0
Seminar 0 0
Quiz 0 0
Midterms 1 40
Final exam 1 50
Total 100
Percentage of semester activities contributing grade success 50
Percentage of final exam contributing grade success 50
Total 100
Workload and ECTS Calculation
Course activities Number Duration (hours) Total workload
Course Duration 14 3 42
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application 0 0 0
Specific practical training 0 0 0
Field activities 0 0 0
Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, etc.) 14 3 42
Presentation / Seminar Preparation 0 0 0
Project 0 0 0
Homework assignment 10 3 30
Quiz 0 0 0
Midterms (Study Duration) 1 20 20
Final Exam (Study duration) 1 30 30
Total workload 40 59 164
Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes
Key learning outcomes Contribution level
1 2 3 4 5
1. Possesses the theoretical and practical knowledge required in Electrical and Electronics Engineering discipline.
2. Utilizes his/her theoretical and practical knowledge in the fields of mathematics, science and electrical and electronics engineering towards finding engineering solutions.
3. Determines and defines a problem in electrical and electronics engineering, then models and solves it by applying the appropriate analytical or numerical methods.
4. Designs a system under realistic constraints using modern methods and tools.
5. Designs and performs an experiment, analyzes and interprets the results.
6. Possesses the necessary qualifications to carry out interdisciplinary work either individually or as a team member.
7. Accesses information, performs literature search, uses databases and other knowledge sources, follows developments in science and technology.
8. Performs project planning and time management, plans his/her career development.
9. Possesses an advanced level of expertise in computer hardware and software, is proficient in using information and communication technologies.
10. Is competent in oral or written communication; has advanced command of English.
11. Has an awareness of his/her professional, ethical and social responsibilities.
12. Has an awareness of the universal impacts and social consequences of engineering solutions and applications; is well-informed about modern-day problems.
13. Is innovative and inquisitive; has a high level of professional self-esteem.
1: Lowest, 2: Low, 3: Average, 4: High, 5: Highest