GOVT. POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE

KALAMASSERY - BOSCH REXROTH

CENTRE FOR COMPETENCE IN

AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGY

Contact us:

THE CO-ORDINATORCENTRE FOR COMPETENCE IN AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGYGOVT. POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE KALAMSSERY

ERNAKULAM, KERALA - 683 104

V. M. Rajasekharan - 9447522985Tele: 0484-2555360, Fax: 0484-2540206

E-mail: gptckalamassery1951@gmail.com vmrajasekharan@yahoo.com

www.gptckalamassery.com

SENSORICS LABORATORY ❖ Interface of I/O modules with PLC❖ Relay and contactors working principles ,power and control

circuits, Logic development using relay contactor❖ Programming of PLC❖ VCP communication with PLC

MECHATRONICS CONTENT

Sensorics Content❖ Introduction to Sensorics technology❖ An overview about the extension Sensorics kits❖ Functions of Inductive, Capacitive, Magnetic, Ultrasonic &

Optical types of Sensors❖ Behavior, operating ranges and response courses of different

types sensors❖ Switching frequency and Reduction factor❖ Experiments on different types of sensors

PLC – LABORATORY

PLC Content❖ Introduction to Automation Technology❖ Introduction to PLC, history of PLC, advantages and disad-

vantages❖ Basic electrical switches and switch gears❖ Programming languages STL, FBD, Ladder diagram, SFC,

IL Advanced, Timers, Counters❖ PLC special functions, Online & Offline monitoring

❖ Basics of Mechatronics & modular Mechatronics Systems(mMS)

❖ Overview of hydraulics, pneumatics and electronics❖ Concept of assembly and conveying systems❖ Configuring of mechanical equipment and electronic controls

for assembly and conveying system.

DRIVES AND CONTROL CONTENT

❖ Drive-based motion logic controls- MTX &MLD❖ Open system architecture❖ Simple operation and programming❖ Control loop CNC/drive❖ Drives, bus systems, interfaces

ABOUT THE CENTREThe joint efforts of GPTC Kalamassery and Bosch Rexroth in

establishing the training centre has fostered an excellent industry-academic partnership and make a notable contribution to enableIndia gear up for the global challenges in manufacturing sector.

The uniqueness of this institute lies in its state of the arttechnology, which has world class equipments, training kits,hardware, software and teaching aids with adequate facultiestrained from Bosch Rexroth Ltd. Five laboratories viz. Hydraulics,Pneumatics, Programmable Logic Controllers Sensorics andMechatronics have been set up at the Centre.

The Centre aims at training industry personnel and studentsof various institutions from +2, ITI, Diploma, Engineering Degreeand PG levels in the Automation field to enable our Industrypersonnel, faculty and students to have hands on experience andupgradation of technical skills which are essential for industryprogress.

VISIONBe a world class training institute in Automation, recog-

nized as employment generator through true commitment of qual-ity, training and corporate social responsibility.

MISSION

❖ Emphasis on transferring knowledge to each & every studentin the area of Automation by providing the latest technologicalinputs required to all aspirants in the field of Automation.

❖ To bridge the gap between formal education and the demandof personnel of Industries at supervisory level.

❖ To provide ecosystem for the people to meet technologicalchanges, maintain a close relationship with practitionersof the engineering disciplines to gain insight into programdevelopment and outcome assessment.

❖ Introduce short term & long term job oriented courses

❖ Emphasis on training middle Management personnel of industry

OBJECTIVES

❖ To bridge the Technological gap, Improve the technicalcompetence, Employability and Entrepreneurship with afocus on the students of rural segment

❖ To impart training to students of the PG, UG and Diploma tomeet industry requirements

❖ To promote and support the education and training needs ofthe industry personnel.

❖ To stimulate the students in developing practical skills andto mould them as successful leaders

❖ To inculcate the training to the industrial supervisory andmiddle management level personnel

❖ To provide an insight into major research in the field ofAutomation Technology.

FACILITIES OF CENTRE❖ Hydraulics kits – 6 nos

❖ Pneumatic kits – 6 nos

❖ Programmable Logic Controller kits – 4 nos

❖ Sensoric kits – 4 nos

❖ Mechatronics kit – 1 no

❖ MLD & MTX kits – 2 nos each

COURSES OFFERED AND FEE STRUCTUREThe following programmes are offered:-1. Certif icate Programme on Basic level on Automation

technologies - 180 Hrs - Rs.107162. Certificate Programme on Intermediate level on Automation

technologies - 300 Hrs -Rs.161363. Certificate Programme on Advanced Level on Automation

technologies - 400 Hrs- Rs.21310

Robotics section of 50 Hrs Duration will have to be undertakenat Centre of excellence, CET Thiruvananthapuram as an additionto the Advanced Level course hours, if desired.Customized programmes will be conducted for Industry/Non-Governmental Organizations based on their request.Training fees includes course material and refreshment.

HYDRAULICS – LABORATORY

Hydraulics Content❖ Introduction to Hydraulics❖ Physical fundamentals and principles❖ Hydraulic components (pumps, motors, cylinders, valves:

directional, pressure flow, accessories)❖ Fluid power symbols as per DIN ISO 1219❖ Basic hydraulic circuits❖ Instructions, guidance, and review for practical hydraulic

aspects❖ Techniques of assembly, disassembly and conversion;

possibilities for handling and setting of typical components❖ Practice by self-trial of circuit making on demonstration power

pack❖ Instructions on storage, commissioning, trouble shooting,

maintenance and safety❖ Principles of Electro-Hydraulics❖ Overview of proportional valve technology

PNEUMATICS – LABORATORY

Pneumatics Content❖ Introduction to Pneumatics❖ Fundamentals and its applications❖ Compressor and compressed air❖ Electro pneumatic concept❖ Circuit building (minimum six circuits involving the direct and

indirect control of cylinders, signal processing in pilotoperated pneumatic circuit)

❖ Pneumatic timers and use of logic elements and its switches❖ Actuators, drives & Control Elements❖ Receiver size and air line design❖ Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Safety