MECHATRONICS (TURKISH)
Associate	TR-NQF-HE: Level 5	QF-EHEA: Short Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 5

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
MKN2013	Programmable Logic Controllers	Fall Spring	1	2	2	3

This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction:	Turkish
Type of course:	Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Associate (Short Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Instructor ŞAFAK BÜLBÜL
Recommended Optional Program Components:	There is no recomended optional program component for this course.
Course Objectives:	To do PLC programming with ladder diagram and function blocks. To gain knowledge and skills in practicing pneumatic, hydraulic and motor control applications.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. explains basic technology of PLC.
2. Does PLC input-output connection.
3. uses PLC interface program.
4. writes PLC program using ladder diagram.
5. writes PLC program using other methods (FBD, STL).
6. uses and programming the Touch panel.
7. controls with PLC by setting up circuit.
8. uses PLC on hydraulic and pneumatic systems and to make motor control with PLC.

Course Content

In this course, the following subjects will be taught; Fundamentals of Control Systems, control circuit elements, contactors, auxiliary relays, timer relays, protection relays and general standarts about control circuits, Programmable Logic Controllers; task structure, CPU, I/O interface, Memory Structure, PLC Operating Systems, running user program, Programming Languages; commands and programming with ladder diagrams, Basic command structures, timers, arithmetic and logic functions, PLC-PE and PLC circuit connections, communication protocols and interfaces, methods about logic circuit design, program control commands, Master control processes and commands, how to select a PLC and industrial implementation of PLCs.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	PLC Base Technology
2)	PLC Units
3)	PLC Units
4)	PLC Units
5)	PLC Interface Program
6)	PLC Interface Program
7)	PLC Programming
8)	PLC Programming
9)	PLC Programming
10)	Sequential Function
11)	Sequential Function
12)	Sequential Function blocks of PLC Program
13)	Sequential Function blocks of PLC Program
14)	Touchpads

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	1. PLC Programlama ve S7-1200, Yavuz Eminoğlu, Birsen Yayınevi, İstanbul. 2. Ders notları
References:	1. Mikrodenetleyiciler ile Elektronik, Devrim Çamoğlu, Eylül 2012, 1. Baskı.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	10	% 10
Project	2	% 20
Midterms	1	% 30
Final	1	% 40
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	1	14
Laboratory	14	2	28
Study Hours Out of Class	14	2	28
Project	2	6	12
Midterms	1	1	1
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			85

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	To improve fundamental computer knowledge, to encourage students using office and package programs.	2
2)	Ability to have and use of fundamental mathematics knowledge and skills the usage of relevant materials.	3
3)	Ability to recognize general structures of machine equipments and the features of shaping
4)	Ability to grasp manufacturing processes and cutting tool materials, materials, statics, mechanics and fluid science fundemantal knowledge.
5)	Ability to draw assembly and auxilary devices as well as to draw whole or details of a system.
6)	Ability to have a knowledge of fundemantal manufacturing process such as turning, milling, punching,grinding and welding techniques and to have a self esteem in order to work behind the bench.
7)	Ability to do computer aided design and write program on digital benches.	1
8)	Ability to prepare project report, follow up project process and implement projects.
9)	ability to learn the areas of usage of electronic circuit components. Ability to grasp and write programs for micro controllers and for their components. Ability to design relevant circuits.	5
10)	Ability to understand the electric motors principles and AC-DC analysis
11)	Ability to gain a dominaion on visual programming	3
12)	Having the ability to communicate efficiently in verbal and written Turkish, to know at least one foreign language in order to communicate with the colleagues and customers.