Manufacturing Execution Systems Operator
Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Trade and Industry Vocational School
Programme of Manufacturing Execution Systems Operator
Course Details
Trade and Industry Vocational School
Programme of Manufacturing Execution Systems Operator
Course Details
| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07821115 | Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) | 1 | Spring | 2 | 2+2+0 | 5 | 5 |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Cycle | Associate (Short Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 5 / QF-EHEA: Short Cycle / EQF-LLL: Level 5) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | Lectures, laboratory practices, simulation-based circuit testing, project-based learning, group work, and case analysis. |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | None; basic knowledge of electrical–electronic systems and circuit logic is recommended. |
| Coordinator | Lect. Mehmet AKSOY |
| Instructor(s) | Lect. Yasin BÜYÜKER |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lect. Yasin BÜYÜKER | T-219 | [email protected] | 7408 | Tuesday 14:00/16:00 |
Course Content
The course covers the definition, history, and industrial applications of PLCs. Topics include hardware structure, input/output modules, analog and digital signals, ladder diagram logic, timers, counters, comparators, and motor control systems. Students also learn PLC–HMI integration, data communication, safety principles, and industrial network connections. The course includes simulation software and laboratory applications.
Objectives of the Course
This course enables students to learn the structure, operating principles, and programming logic of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), which form the foundation of industrial automation systems. Students develop the ability to design basic automation solutions by understanding the interaction between sensors, actuators, and control circuits within real production processes.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | |
| Specialization / Field Courses | X |
| Support Courses | |
| Transferable Skills Courses | |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses |
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|
| P1 | Possesses fundamental, up-to-date, and practical knowledge related to their profession | 5 |
| P4 | Effectively uses information technologies (software, programs, animation, etc.) related to their profession | 5 |
| P11 | Has the ability to define and design manufacturing operations and processes. | 4 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | Explains the basic principles of industrial automation systems. | P.1.14 | 1 |
| O2 | Develops basic automation applications using PLC hardware and programming languages. | P.4.18 | 1,7 |
| O3 | Writes and implements PLC programs in Ladder, ST, SFC and CFC languages. | P.4.19 | 7 |
| O4 | It establishes the connection between PLC and sensor, actuator and HMI systems. | P.4.20 | 7 |
| O5 | Performs debugging and visualization operations in automation systems. | P.11.6 | 7 |
| O6 | Uses modern software and communication technologies in industrial automation projects. | P.11.7 | 7 |
| ** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7 | |||
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | Concept, history, and industrial role of PLCs |
| 2 | PLC hardware structure, input/output units, and connection elements |
| 3 | Processing of digital and analog signals in PLC systems |
| 4 | Ladder diagram structure and basic logic operations |
| 5 | Use of timer and counter commands |
| 6 | Comparators, latch, and reset commands for control logic |
| 7 | Motor control circuits and direction control applications |
| 8 | Connection and testing of sensors and actuators in PLC systems |
| 9 | Analog input/output operations and signal conversion techniques |
| 10 | PLC–HMI (Human–Machine Interface) integration and data exchange |
| 11 | Industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP) |
| 12 | Fault analysis, debugging, and maintenance principles |
| 13 | PLC programming application for a production line scenario |
| 14 | Safety, energy efficiency, and standards in industrial automation |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Programmable Logic Controllers, Petruzella |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | - | - |
| Homework | 1 | 30 (%) |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Projects | - | - |
| Quiz | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 20 (%) |
| Final Exam | 1 | 50 (%) |
| Total | 100 (%) | |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Midterms | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 152 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 5,07 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 5 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P1 | P4 | P11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | Explains the basic principles of industrial automation systems. | 5 | - | - |
| O2 | Develops basic automation applications using PLC hardware and programming languages. | - | 5 | - |
| O3 | Writes and implements PLC programs in Ladder, ST, SFC and CFC languages. | - | 5 | - |
| O4 | It establishes the connection between PLC and sensor, actuator and HMI systems. | - | 5 | - |
| O5 | Performs debugging and visualization operations in automation systems. | - | - | 5 |
| O6 | Uses modern software and communication technologies in industrial automation projects. | - | - | 5 |