Key words
Steering, automation, PLC
Objectives
To give a deeper understanding in electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic steering systems
Topics
- Electrical systems :
- Switches
- Contactors
- Programmable Logical Controllers
- Pneumatics :
- Compressed air and compressors
- Valves and cylinders
- Hydraulic systems
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of electricity, elektronics and mathematics
Final Objectives
Materials used
Teacher's course
Study costs
Teacher's course : ± 6 €
Study-visits with car of the students
Study guidance
The reports of the tasks can lead to discussions in the next lesson. Individual problems of students can be discussed with the teacher.
Teaching Methods
The theory is given by the lector. Practical examples are worked out in small discussion groups. At least once a year a visit to the local industry is organized. The practical exercises are executed in small groups. A report has to be made of each task.
Assessment
Max. points to score : 140 ptn
- Theory : 70 ptn
Oral exam
Possibility to re-examination
- Exercises : 70 ptn
Permanent evaluation
No possibility to re-examination
Lecturer(s)
Hilde Willems
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