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EST 202 Industrial Process Control Lecture

Spring 2008 

Instructor:

Martin Hebel

Office:

ASA 211A

Phone:

453-8806

Email:

mhebel@siu.edu
Please include EST 202 in the subject line along with other information.

Office Hours

T,Th:       11:00 - 12:50
F:            10:00 - 11:50

Web Site: www.siu.edu/~mhebel

Textbook: Killian, C. T., 2006.  Modern Control Technology: Components and Systems, 3rd Edition.

Course Description:  This course introduces the principles of acquisition, transmission and application of measurements and data in industrial and commercial systems.  The course also introduces the theory and application of solid-state and electro-mechanical devices used in industrial control.  The principles of the operation of the digital and analog process control are introduced. 

Grade Distribution:
Assignments                40%
Quizzes                        10%
Exams                          50%

Grading Scale:
90% an above:             A
80% to < 90%               B
70% to < 80%               C
60% to <70%                D
Below 60%                    F

Attendance and Late Work:
Attendance is mandatory.  The final grade will be reduced by 0.25% for each missed class. 

Late work will have its final grade reduced by 10% per school day.

Quizzes and Exams:
Missed quizzes cannot be made up.  Quizzes are typically unannounced. 

Three exams and comprehensive final are planned during the course of the semester. Missed exams can only be made-up by notifying me BEFORE missing the exam lacking an emergency.  Assignments will not be accepted through Email and all submitted pages must be stapled and legible.

Course Objectives:

  • The student will be able to identify and analyze linear devices commonly found in electronic measurement and industrial communications systems.

  • The student will be able to apply theory to analyze and troubleshoot common signal conditioning systems.

  • Students will apply theory to analyze and troubleshoot basic analog and digital telemetry systems.

  • Students will be able to describe the operation and calculate the circuit values for discreet electronic power control devices.

  • Students will be able to identify, select and apply the appropriate sensors and transducers for acquiring data in industrial and commercial applications.

  • The student will be able to describe and compare the functional blocks of digital and analog process control.

Expectations:
As in any organization, certain expectations exist as to responsibilities and performance.  The classroom is no different and meeting these goals will aid in learning, course progress, and the instructor/student relationship.  Listed are expectations for the students and instructor.

Students:

  • Arrive on time for class, alert and prepared.

  • Have homework completed - reading, written or otherwise.

  • Be prepared for the day's material - Using lecture for clarification rather than be introduced to the material for the first time will greatly aid your learning.

  • If class is missed, check the website prior to the next class for any missed assignments.

  • Pay attention during lecture/discussions.

  • Do not disrupt the instructor or other students.

  • Ask for clarification of assignments if not understood.

  • Ask for clarification of material if not understood.  If you are confused, chances are others are as well!

  • Participate in discussions and feel free to add new information of thoughts.  Everyone has information to contribute to the learning process!

  • Provide feedback to the instructor on course execution - this may be done in private and constructively.  from time to time the instructor may ask for anonymous feedback.

  • Use office hours and other arranged private meeting times to your advantage.  Please feel free to stop by the office anytime.  If I cannot help right then, we will arrange a better time.

  • THINK!  Actively consider the material being presented and discussed.

Instructor:

  • Be prepared for class.

  • Provide lectures that are informative and beneficial.

  • Provide examples and means to allow the students to test their understanding during lecture.

  • Provide exams and other means to evaluate the students' learning.

  • Be open to questions and feedback.

  • Keep students informed of upcoming assignments.

  • Explain assignments and ensure students understanding of what is to be completed.

  • Maintain the website up to date.

  • Grade material in a prompt fashion to provide feedback.

  • Provide regular updates to students on their standing and course grade.

  • Be available during office hours.  Meetings, appointments and travel do interfere from time to time and I will keep the students informed if I cannot make my office hours.

  • Be available outside of office hours if need be to assist students.

It's up to us working together to provide a good learning experience and an enjoyable semester!

Emergency Procedures

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for study and work. Because some health and safety circumstances are beyond our control, we ask that you become familiar with the SIUC Emergency Response Plan and Building Emergency Response Team (BERT) program. Emergency response information is available on posters in buildings on campus, available on the BERT website at www.bert.siu.edu, Department of Public Safety’s website at www.dps.siu.edu (disaster drop down) and in Emergency Response Guidelines pamphlet. Know how to respond to each type of emergency. Instructors will provide guidance and direction to students in the classroom in the event of an emergency affecting your location. It is important that you follow these instructions and stay with your instructor during an evacuation or sheltering emergency. The Building Emergency Response Team will provide assistance to your instructor in evacuating the building or sheltering within the facility.