Module Details

Module Code: SYST C2603
Module Title: Drives and Actuators
Title: Drives and Actuators
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Frances Hardiman
Module Author:: Dorel Picovici
Domains:  
Module Description: To provide the student with the knowledge to specify appropriate drive actuator type for a given application
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Define, describe and demonstrate the use of pneumatic and hydraulic actuators
LO2 Define, describe and demonstrate the use of mechanical actuators
LO3 Define, describe and demonstrate the use of electrical actuators
LO4 Employ an appropriate drive and actuator type for a given application and specify appropriate components
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Pneumatics and Hydraulics
Principles of pneumatics and hydraulics, Linear and rotary actuators
Mechanical Actuation
Chains, Cams, Gears, Belt Drives, Bearings
Electric Drives
Conventional DC motors, Induction Motors, Stepper Motors, Brushless Motors, Servo systems
Design considerations for given application areas
Problem specification, Advantages and disadvantages of electric motor and associated drives drive types
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment20.00%
Practical20.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Examination % of Total Mark 20
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Various assessments to reinforce learnings given throughout the semester
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
A set of regular practical exercises to complement the theory elements of the module
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 60
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
End of Semester Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lectures/Tutorials Every Week 3.00 3
Laboratory Contact Laboratory exercises Every Week 2.00 2
Independent Learning Time Non Contact No Description Every Week 4.00 4
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Austin Hughes, Bill Drury. (2019), Electric Motors and Drives (5th ed.) Fundamentals, Types and Applications.
  • Jan Brawn. (2019), Maxon Drive Calculator Formula Book.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Discussion Note: