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Industrial Process Control
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:15:01
Abstract
Introduction to industrial automation systems with application to the process industry, power generation as well as discrete manufacturing.
Objective
General understanding of industrial automation systems in different industries. Purpose, architecture, technologies, application examples, current and future trends.
Content
Introduction to process automation: system architecture, data handling, communication (fieldbuses), process visualization, and engineering. Differences and characteristics of discrete and process industries. Analysis and design of open loop control problems: discrete automata, finite state machines, decision tables, and petri-nets. Practical analysis and design of closed-loop control for the process industry. Automation Engineering: Application programming in IEC 61131-3 (ladder diagrams, function blocks, sequence control, structured text); PLC programming and simulation, process visualization and operation; engineering integration from sensors, cabling, topology design, function, visualization, diagnosis, to documentation; Industry standards (e.g. OPC, Profibus); Ergonomic design, safety (IEC61508) and availability, supervision and diagnosis. Automation standards: Communication, Architecture, Engineering, dependable systems, functional safety, automation security. Extensive practical examples from different process industries, power generation, gas compressor control, and automotive manufacturing.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Slides will be available as .PDF documents, see "Learning materials" (for registered students only)
Literature
References will be given at the end of individual lectures.
Learning Materials (Links)
- Main link
- see Moodle
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 90 minutes
- Aids
- None
Course Components
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Industrial Process Control
Upon special arrangement, on some afternoons the lecture will be extended. Single lectures may be given online.
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3 h weekly |
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Track: Energy and Power Electronics (The core courses and specialisation courses below are a selection for students who wish to specialise in the area of "Energy and Power Electronics", see . The individual study plan is subject to the tutor's approval.)
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Specialisation Courses (These specialisation courses are particularly recommended for the area of "Energy and Power Electronics", but you are free to choose courses from any other field in agreement with your tutor. A minimum of 40 credits must be obtained from specialisation courses during the Master's Programme.)
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Track: Systems and Control (The core courses and specialisation courses below are a selection for students who wish to specialise in the area of "Systems and Control", see . The individual study plan is subject to the tutor's approval.)
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Core Courses (These core courses are particularly recommended for the field of "Systems and Control". You may choose core courses form other fields in agreement with your tutor. A minimum of 24 credits must be obtained from core courses during the MSc EEIT.)
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Major Courses (A total of 42 CP must be achieved during the Master Programme. The individual study plan is subject to the tutor's approval.)
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Recommended Subjects (These courses are recommended, but you are free to choose courses from any other special field. Please consult your tutor.)
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Core Subjects (These core subjects are particularly recommended for the field of "Systems and Control".)
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