LPU - Lovely Professional University
What you'll learn

This course is designed to: 1. Make the student more competitive by improving his/ her knowledge about industrial automation 2. Improve the programming of PLC 3. Study tone and levels of programming in PLC 4. Enhance the knowledge about sensors used in the industry Learning Outcome: 1. Student will understand various types of industrial production systems and their automation. 2. Student will identify different components used in the industry for automation. 3. Student will list various kinds of modern industrial automation techniques and tools for futuristic manufacturing plants 4. Student will classify sensors and actuators for different industrial applications. 5. Student will simulate a program for PLC based system for use cases in industries.

  • Basics of automation, sensors, and PLCs
  • Types: Proximity, temperature, optical, ultrasonic, etc. Characteristics and applications
  • Amplification, filtering, A/D conversion
  • PLC Fundamentals Architecture, I/O modules, memory, scan cycle PLC Programming (Basics) Ladder logic, timers, counters, logic gates
  • Sensor–PLC Interfacing Digital & analog inputs, wiring, scaling
  • Applications & Projects Industrial case studies, mini-projects (e.g. bottle filling, motor control)

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Dr. Harpreet Singh Bedi
Associate Professor

Dr. Harpreet Singh Bedi, PhD, is an Associate Professor at Lovely Professional University (LPU), Phagwara, India. He has 15 years of experience in both teaching and industry, specializing in areas such as Communication & Signal Processing, Information and Communication Technology, Cellular Communication, Satellite Communication, Photovoltaic Systems, and Algorithms. His contributions to research and innovation include over 30 published patents, 2 granted patents, and 2 registered copyrights under his name. He has also authored a book and published more than 50 research papers in renowned scientific and technical journals, showcasing his dedication to advancing knowledge in his field.