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:
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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 Assessment
20.00%
Practical
20.00%
End of Module Formal Examination
60.00%
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