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Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Trade and Industry Vocational School
Programme of Mechatronics
Course Details
Course Code Course Name Year Period Semester T+A+L Credit ECTS
03740101 Programmable Logic Controllers 2 Spring 4 2+0+2 5 5
Course Type Compulsory
Course Cycle Associate (Short Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 5 / QF-EHEA: Short Cycle / EQF-LLL: Level 5)
Course Language Turkish
Methods and Techniques -
Mode of Delivery Face to Face
Prerequisites -
Coordinator Lect. Taha Fatih ATEŞ
Instructor(s) Lect. Dr. Yasin USLUGİL
Instructor Assistant(s) -
Course Instructor(s)
Name and Surname Room E-Mail Address Internal Meeting Hours
Lect. Dr. Yasin USLUGİL T-202 [email protected] 7328 Tuesday
14:00-16:00
Course Content
Learning the basic technology of PLC, PLC units, PLC interface program, writing programs with ladder diagrams, other programming methods, PLC programming using different types of timers, counters, comparison commands, and mathematical operation commands, as well as learning machine automation systems.
Objectives of the Course
Gaining the competencies of analog input-output, sensor, stepper motors, AC motors, electro pneumatic and electro hydraulic applications with PLC and gaining the competencies for advanced programming
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
Basic Vocational Courses X
Specialization / Field Courses
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 Has Fundamental, Current, And Practical Knowledge Related to Their Profession. 3
P12 Identifies and Programs Automation System Components 5
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
No Learning Outcomes Outcome Relationship Measurement Method **
O1 Understands the basic principles of mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems. P.1.1 1,7
O2 Acquires hands-on experience in the setup, programming, and maintenance of industrial automation systems. P.1.7 1,7
O3 Identifies sensors, actuators, and control elements used in automation systems P.12.1 1,7
O4 Programs programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and uses them in automation systems P.12.2 1,7
O5 Understands and applies the working principles of automation systems P.12.3 1,7
O6 Develops troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in automation systems P.12.4 1,7
O7 Designs systems using industrial automation software P.12.5 1,7
O8 Performs data collection and analysis operations in automation systems P.12.6 1,7
O9 Understands and applies communication protocols used in automation systems P.12.7 1,7
O10 Follows innovations and technological developments related to automation systems P.12.8 1,7
O11 Develops automation and control techniques for industrial problems P.12.10 1,7
** 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 Introduction and Basic Concepts, Automation
2 PLC Peripheral Devices, Programming Languages, Computer Interface
3 IEC 61131-3 Standard and Its Importance for PLC
4 Introduction to CodeSYS Programming, Creating Ladder Diagrams
5 Sample Applications with Ladder Diagrams
6 Visualization with CodeSYS, HMI Interface Design
7 Usage of Function Blocks in Ladder Diagram
8 Basics of PLC Programming with Structured Text
9 Examples with Structured Text Programming
10 Basics of Sequential Function Chart (SFC) Programming
11 Traffic Light Programming with Sequential Function Chart (SFC)
12 Basics of Continuous Function Chart (CFC) Programming and Example Solution
13 Sensors and Actuators Used in PLC Systems
14 Integrating Factory IO with CodeSYS, Usage with PLC
Textbook or Material
Resources Programlanabilir Denetleyiciler, M. Okyay KAYNAK, BÜ, 1988.
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Attendance - -
Laboratory - -
Practice 1 20 (%)
Homework - -
Presentation - -
Projects - -
Quiz - -
Midterms 1 25 (%)
Final Exam 1 55 (%)
Total 100 (%)
ECTS / Working Load Table
Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Week Number and Time 14 2 28
Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) 14 2 28
Midterms 1 20 20
Quiz 0 0 0
Homework 0 0 0
Practice 1 20 20
Laboratory 14 2 28
Project 0 0 0
Workshop 0 0 0
Presentation/Seminar Preparation 0 0 0
Fieldwork 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 25 25
Other 0 0 0
Total Work Load: 149
Total Work Load / 30 4,97
Course ECTS Credits: 5
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Learning Outcomes P1 P12
O1 Understands the basic principles of mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems. 3 -
O2 Acquires hands-on experience in the setup, programming, and maintenance of industrial automation systems. - -
O3 Identifies sensors, actuators, and control elements used in automation systems - 5
O4 Programs programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and uses them in automation systems - 5
O5 Understands and applies the working principles of automation systems - 5
O6 Develops troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in automation systems - 5
O7 Designs systems using industrial automation software - 5
O8 Performs data collection and analysis operations in automation systems - 5
O9 Understands and applies communication protocols used in automation systems - 5
O10 Follows innovations and technological developments related to automation systems - 5
O11 Develops automation and control techniques for industrial problems - 5