Course Overview:
This course provides an in-depth exploration of control systems engineering using LabVIEW. Participants will learn how to design, implement, and analyze control systems through hands-on exercises and real-world applications. The course emphasizes practical skills in control system design and implementation, using LabVIEW software to simulate and manage control processes in various industrial settings.
Course Duration:
10 Days
Target Audience:
- Control Systems Engineers
- Automation Engineers
- Systems Engineers
- Electrical Engineers
- Engineering Students and Professionals
- Project Managers in control systems and automation
Organizational Impact:
- Enhanced ability to design and implement efficient control systems.
- Improved understanding of control systems integration and optimization.
- Increased proficiency in using LabVIEW for control system applications.
- Better alignment with industry standards and best practices in control systems engineering.
Personal Impact:
- Proficiency in LabVIEW for control systems design and simulation.
- Hands-on experience with real-world control systems and industrial applications.
- Improved technical skills and career development opportunities in control systems engineering.
- Enhanced problem-solving and analytical skills relevant to control system design and implementation.
Course Level:
Course Objectives:
- Understand the principles and applications of control systems engineering.
- Design and simulate control systems using LabVIEW.
- Implement and troubleshoot control systems in real-world scenarios.
- Analyze and optimize control system performance.
- Gain practical insights through field visits and hands-on projects.
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Control Systems Engineering and LabVIEW
- Overview of control systems engineering principles
- Introduction to LabVIEW software and its features for control systems
- Basic functionalities and tools in LabVIEW for control system design
- Hands-on exercise: Creating a basic control system model in LabVIEW
- Case Study: Introduction to control systems design using LabVIEW
Module 2: Control System Design Fundamentals
- Key concepts in control system design: PID control, feedback loops, stability
- Using LabVIEW to design and simulate control systems
- Hands-on exercise: Designing a simple PID control system in LabVIEW
- Real-Life Project: Design and simulation of a PID-controlled system
Module 3: Data Acquisition and Signal Processing
- Fundamentals of data acquisition (DAQ) and signal processing
- Configuring DAQ systems and integrating with LabVIEW
- Hands-on exercise: Setting up data acquisition and signal processing tasks in LabVIEW
- Case Study: Data acquisition and signal processing for a control system application
Module 4: Advanced Control Strategies
- Exploring advanced control strategies: adaptive control, feedforward control
- Implementing advanced control strategies using LabVIEW
- Hands-on exercise: Simulating advanced control strategies in LabVIEW
- Real-Life Project: Developing and testing an advanced control strategy
Module 5: Control Systems Simulation and Analysis
- Techniques for simulating and analyzing control systems
- Using LabVIEW for simulation and performance analysis
- Hands-on exercise: Performing control system simulations and analysis
- Case Study: Simulation and analysis of a control system for an industrial application
Module 6: Field Visit: Automation Labs
- Field visit to an automation lab to observe control system setups and testing
- Discussions with lab professionals on practical control system implementation
- Field Visit Report: Insights and observations from the automation lab visit
Module 7: Field Visit: Industrial Control Centers
- Field visit to an industrial control center to see real-world control system operations
- Interaction with control systems engineers and operators
- Field Visit Report: Analysis of industrial control systems and best practices
Module 8: Integration and Troubleshooting of Control Systems
- Techniques for integrating control systems with other industrial processes
- Troubleshooting common issues in control system implementation
- Hands-on exercise: Integrating and troubleshooting a control system in LabVIEW
- Real-Life Project: Integration and troubleshooting of a control system in a simulated environment
Module 9: Control System Optimization
- Strategies for optimizing control system performance
- Using LabVIEW tools for performance tuning and optimization
- Hands-on exercise: Optimizing a control system design in LabVIEW
- Case Study: Optimization of a control system for enhanced performance
Module 10: Capstone Project: Comprehensive Control System Design
- Developing a complete control system project from concept to implementation
- Participants will work on a project incorporating all aspects of the course
- Group presentations and feedback on project outcomes
- Final Project Presentation: A comprehensive control system design, including design, simulation, and optimization using LabVIEW
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Course Administration Details:
METHODOLOGY
The instructor-led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprise presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
ACCREDITATION
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
TRAINING VENUE
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
ACCOMMODATION AND AIRPORT PICKUP
Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
TAILOR-MADE
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
PAYMENT
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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