ADMF 205 - Sensors in Manufacturing

1. Describe the hazards associated with automated machines and determine appropriate safety methods for working around computer controlled machinery. [c]
2. Define and discuss open loop and closed loop systems. [f]
3. Discuss the types of switches used in manufacturing automation. [b, e, f]
4. Discuss the types of photoelectric sensors used in manufacturing automation. [b, e, f]
5. Discuss the types of transducers used in manufacturing automation. [b, e, f]
6. Describe and classify sensor systems as discrete, analog, and data types. [b, e, f]
7. Develop an understanding of process variables and the appropriate sensor technology used to measure that variable. [b, e, f]
8. Analyze and select appropriate sensing control and safety requirements for automated machinery. [b, c, e, f]
9. Define and discuss the terms sink and source with respect to sensor technology. [b, c, e, f]
10. Analyze and interpret sensor specifications and documentation. [b, e, f]
11. Install, program, and troubleshoot sensor systems. [a, b, e, f]
12. Adjust machines for accuracy and repeatability of sensor operations. [b, e, f]
13. Solve mathematical problems related to sensor operations. [b, e, f]
14. Verbally describe and interpret data obtained from sensor readings. [b, e, f]
15. Assess readiness to take the SACA C-205 Sensor Logic Systems 1, C-213 Smart Sensor and Identification Sys. 1 and C-214 Smart Factory Systems 1 Certification exam. [h]

• Switch Technology
• Discrete Data
• Transducer technology
• Analog data
• Sensor technology
• Product identification
• Automated product and process data measurement and analysis
• DC Sink and Source
• Open loop systems and controls
• Sensor programming
• Closed loop systems and controls
• Sensor troubleshooting
• Smart sensor technology

 
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