Course Overview
Provides an overview of automatic control systems and how they are applied in HVAC industry. Also included are principles of operation and applications of various types of instrumentation for temperature, pressure, fluid viscosity, and flow rate measurement and controls.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in ELEX 2845
Credits
3.5
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Discuss various stages of automation and describe different types of control of machines and processes.
- Compare open and closed loop control systems.
- Describe and apply transfer function in control systems analysis.
- List and discuss typical sensors used in HVAC.
- Compare ON/OFF, proportional and PID controllers.
- Demonstrate awareness of commercial hardware and software for HVAC applications.
- Create logical diagrams for control applications.
- Write specifications for system controls.
- Use basic instrumentation terminology and symbols.
- Demonstrate knowledge of process instrumentation and controls.
- Describe functions of DDC controls and relays.
- Apply DDC controls and relays to HVAC applications.
- Design an automatic control system for HVAC installation.
Effective as of Fall 2003
Related Programs
Instrumentation and Controls (MSYS 4450) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Energy
- Mechanical Engineering Technology (Mechanical Systems Option)
Diploma Full-time
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