Module Details
| Module Code: |
MECH6017 |
| Title: |
Pneumatics
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Long Title:
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Mechatronics 1- Pneumatics
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| NFQ Level: |
Fundamental |
| Valid From: |
Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 ) |
| Field of Study: |
5211 - Mechanical Engineering
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| Module Description: |
This module gives students an introduction to Pneumatics. It describes the operation of equipment common to pneumatic circuits, maintenance practices associated with this equipment is also examined.Pneumatic circuit design is analysed and circuits pertaining to these designs are built.
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| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
| LO1 |
Explain the working principles behind pneumatic components and systems. |
| LO2 |
Apply pneumatic circuit design methods to build a variety of pneumatic circuits. |
| LO3 |
Work as a team member during pneumatic circuit building tasks. |
| LO4 |
Explain some of the pneumatic applications evident in everyday life. |
| Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
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| No incompatible modules listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
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| No requirements listed |
| Indicative Content |
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Characteristics and Applications of Pneumatics
Pneumatics and control system development
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Symbols and safety practices
Symbols and description of components, safety requirements for pneumatic systems
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Components of a Pneumatics System
Pneumatic system structure
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Schematic approach to Pneumatic circuits
Design of circuit diagrams, circuit layout
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Valve types
Non-return valves, flow conrol valves, pressure relief valves, quick exhaust valves and combination valves
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Sequential Control
Sequential Control circuit design and layout
Sample circuits analysed.
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Cascading circuits
Cascading circuit design and layout. Sample circuits analysed.
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Directional Conrol Valves
Configuration and construction of poppet valves, spool valves, rotary valves and pilot operated valves.
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Actuator and Output Devices
Single-acting cylinders, double-acting cylinders, cushioning, impact cylinder, air consumption, seals.
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Installation and fitting of Pneumatic equipment
Theory of fault finding, common causes of valve failure, seal breakdown, lack of cylinder power and erratic cylinder movement.
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Module Content & Assessment
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Coursework | 40.00% |
| End of Module Formal Examination | 60.00% |
Assessments
| End of Module Formal Examination |
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| Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
Contact |
Lecture |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Lab |
Contact |
Pneumatics Lab |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Student study material covered in class and lab. |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
| Workload: Part Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
Contact |
Lecture |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Lab |
Contact |
Pneumatics Lab |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Student study material in class and lab |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
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Module Resources
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| Recommended Book Resources |
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Turner, Ian C.. (2011), Engineering applications of pneumatics and hydraulics, 2nd. 1 to 8, Abington, Oxon:, Routledge, p.158, [ISBN: 9780415502887].
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M.Pinches & B.Callear. (1996), Power Pneumatics, 1st. 1-6, 9 ., Prentice Hall, Eastbourne, p.302, [ISBN: 0134897900].
| | Supplementary Book Resources |
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C.Stacey. (1998), Practical Pneumatics, 1st. all except 17, Newmes, Oxford, p.167, [ISBN: 0340662190].
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A.Parr. (1991), Hydraulics and Pneumatics - technicans and engineers guide, 2nd. all, Elsevier, Oxford, p.239, [ISBN: 0750644192].
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J.F. Hooper. (2003), Basic Pneumatics, 1st. all, Carolina Academic Press, Durham, North Carolina, p.105, [ISBN: 0890891192].
| | This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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| Other Resources |
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E Book, Parr, E.A.. (2011), Hydraulics and pneumatics: a technicians
and engineers guide, Amsterdam: Boston., Butterworth-Heinemann.
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