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DI04041091
Code: DI04041091
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Semester 4
Nano
Automation System Design
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The official GTU curriculum for Automation System Design (subject code DI04041091) as prescribed for Nano · Semester 4 divides the course into 5 units, covering 42 listed topics. The unit-wise breakdown below is read from the GTU syllabus document for this subject code, so you can check what the course actually covers before deciding which papers to attempt.
Download the official syllabus PDF (DI04041091)Unit 1 Fundamentals of Industrial Automation System Design
- 1.1. Introduction to industrial automation
- 1.1.1. Need, scope, and advantages of automation
- 1.2. Fundamental concepts: control loops, feedback, open- loop & closed-loop systems 1.3Architecture of industrial automation systems
- 1.3.1. Field level, control level, supervisory level
- 1.3.2. Centralized vs. distributed control
- 1.4. Major components: basics of sensors, actuators, PLC, drives, HMI/SCADA
- 1.5. Industrial power and control circuits
- 1.6. Role of automation in modern manufacturing & Industry 4.0
Unit 2 Sensors, Actuators, and Control Elements 2.1Classification & working principles of sensors
- 2.1.1. Proximity, photoelectric, temperature (RTD, Thermistor, Thermocouple), pressure (strain gauge), level (Ultrasonic Sensor), flow (Magnetics Type), displacement
- 2.1.2. Sensor specification & selection criteria 2.2Actuators:
- 2.2.1. Pneumatic, hydraulic, and electric actuators 2.2.2Stepper, servo, DC, and AC motors 2.3Control elements:
- 2.3.1. Basics of Relays, contactors, solenoid valves, control valves
- 2.3.2. Overload protection, motor starters 2.3.2Sensor–actuator–controller interfacing
- 2.4. Signal conditioning basics: amplification, filtering, isolation
- 9. 20 GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY Program Name: Diploma Engineering Level: Diploma Branch: Automation and Robotics Subject Code : DI04041091 Subject Name : Automation System Design w.e.f. 2025-26 http://syllabus.gtu.ac.in/ Page 3 of 5
Unit 3 Technical Documentation for Automation Systems
- 3.1. Importance of engineering documentation in automation
- 3.1.1. Symbols and drawing standards (IEC/ISO)
- 3.1.2. Block diagrams: system representation 3.1.3Wiring diagrams: Power wiring, Control wiring, 3.1.4Cable numbering, terminal blocks, panel layout basics
- 3.2. Ladder Logic Diagrams: 3.2.1Symbols, rungs, and logic representation
- 3.2.2. Converting digital logic gates into ladder form
- 3.3. P&ID (Piping & Instrumentation Diagram):
- 3.3.1. Symbols for valves, instruments, transmitters, controllers, Reading and preparing P&ID loops
- 3.3.2. I/O list preparation and documentation workflow
- 3.3.3. P&ID diagram for Temperature and Pressure control system
Unit 4 PLC Programming & Sequence Control
- 4.1. PLC architecture and working principles 4.1.1Understanding PLC scan cycle, memory, addressing 4.1.2Basic ladder logic instructions: AND, OR, NOT, Set/Reset
- 4.2. Industrial Application
- 4.2.1. Motor control systems
- 4.2.2. Conveyor automation
- 4.2.3. Material handling systems
- 4.2.4. Packaging and filling machines 4.2.5Traffic and transportation systems
Unit 5 Troubleshooting , Safety & Maintenance in Automation Systems
- 5.1. Identifying symptoms, isolating faults, verifying solutions
- 5.2. Fault diagnosis of sensors, actuators, wiring, PLC I/O
- 5.3. Industrial safety standards: IEC, ISO, OSHA basics
- 5.4. Electrical & machine safety: Emergency stops, interlocks, lockout–tagout (LOTO)
- 5.5. Predictive , Preventive and corrective maintenance concepts for automation system design
- 9. 20 GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY Program Name: Diploma Engineering Level: Diploma Branch: Automation and Robotics Subject Code : DI04041091 Subject Name : Automation System Design w.e.f. 2025-26 http://syllabus.gtu.ac.in/ Page 4 of 5
- 5.6. Case studies on common automation failures such as : Conveyor system failure due to sensor malfunction
- 5.7. Role of automation system design in environment sustainability Total 45 100 MAJOR EQUIPMENT/ INSTRUMENTS AND SOFTWARE REQUIRED These major equipment/instruments and Software required to develop PrOs are given below with broad specifications to facilitate procurement of them by the administrators/management of the institutes. This will ensure conduction of practical in all institutions across the state in proper way so that the desired skills are developed in students. S. No. Equipment Name with Broad Specifications
- 1. PLC Trainer Kit with minimum 8 Digital Inputs, 6 Digital Outputs, and programming software
- 2. Industrial Sensors set: Proximity, Photoelectric, Temperature, Level, and Pressure sensors
- 3. Actuators: Solenoid valve, pneumatic cylinder setup, relay modules
- 4. Electrical Control Panel with MCB, contactor, overload relay, push buttons, and indicator
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