Industrial Automation, 3.5 hp
The course covers automated production systems and their components. It covers various control systems used in industrial automation and the most common sensors in these systems. The course includes binary arithmetic and Boolean algebra as the base for programming of programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
The course gives skills in understanding and using PLCs for both open and closed-loop control. It includes evaluating different automation systems and their impact on the production process.
FACTS
CYCLE
Second cycle
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Degree of Bachelor of Science in computer engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or industrial engineering and management. Additionally, the Bachelor of Science degree must be comprised of a minimum of 5 HE credits in programming and 15 HE credits in mathematics. Verified knowledge of English corresponding to the course English 6 or English level 2 in the Swedish Upper Secondary School (high school) or equivalent.
PACE OF STUDY
Part-time
TYPE OF INSTRUCTION
On Campus
PROGRAMME/COURSE DATE
TEACHING HOURS
Daytime
APPLICATION DEADLINE
15 April 2026
APPLICATION CODE
HV-E1939
START/END
From v.36 2026 to v.45 2026
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