Description: |  | A basic study of open and closed-loop automatic control theory. Pneumatic, electronic (Analog), and digital electronic controllers are studied and applied to specific processes. Transmitters, positioners, valve operators, and controller mechanisms which produce proportional, rate, and reset responses are studied. Techniques of obtaining optimal controller settings are studied. Laboratory experience includes a project choice such as building and analyzing a control loop. A formal project report is required. Spring semester, days only. Three class hours, four laboratory hours. |
