Mechatronics Technology  ·  Level 5
Mechatronic Systems Instrumentation And Control
Chapter 4: Install electronic systems
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Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Mount electronic components on a 400mm x 300mm mounting panel

Mechatronics Technology · Level 5
Mechatronic Systems Instrumentation And Control
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Mount three toggle switches, one capacitive sensor, and one variable frequency drive on a 400mm x 300mm metal mounting panel.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
ScrewdriversMounting panel (metal sheet)
Drill machine with metal drill bitsToggle switches
MultimeterCapacitive sensor
Variable frequency drive
Mounting screws and nuts
Cable ties
Connecting cables
VFD operating manual
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Mounting panel (metal sheet)1 Pc per Candidate
2Toggle switches (momentary type, SPST)3 Pcs per Candidate
3Capacitive sensor (24 VDC)1 Pc per Candidate
4Variable frequency drive (single phase input to 3-phase output)1 Pc per Candidate
5Screwdrivers (assorted)1 Set per Candidate
6Multimeter (digital)1 Pc per Candidate
7Drill machine with metal drill bits1 Pc per Candidate
8Mounting screws and nuts20 Pcs per Candidate
9Cable ties10 Pcs per Candidate
10Protective gloves1 Pair per Candidate
11Safety boots1 Pair per Candidate
12Overall/dust coat1 Pc per Candidate
13Connecting cables (single core flex 1.0 mm control cables)5 m per Candidate
14VFD operating manual1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Mounting electronic components
Wore PPE: safety boots and overall
(Award 1 mark each for safety boots and overall)
2
Identified tools and materials required for mounting
(Award 1 mark for correct identification)
1
Marked and drilled mounting holes accurately on the panel
(Award 3 marks for correct positioning and drilling neat holes)
3
Mounted three toggle switches securely as per drawing
(Award 1 mark per switch correctly mounted)
3
Mounted capacitive sensor correctly with proper orientation
(Award 2 marks for correct mounting and orientation)
2
Mounted variable frequency drive securely and fixed all screws properly
(Award 3 marks for proper mounting and fastening)
3
Arranged and tied connecting cables neatly using cable ties
(Award 2 marks for neat cable arrangement and securing)
2
Used multimeter to verify continuity of mounting screws and connections
(Award 2 marks for correct multimeter use and verification)
2
Cleaned work area and stored tools properly after mounting
(Award 2 marks for proper housekeeping and tool storage)
2
Sub-Total20
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Mounted panel with dimensions 400mm x 300mm, components aligned as per drawing
(Award 2 marks for correct panel dimensions, 2 marks for correct component alignment)
4
All components fixed securely with no loose fittings
(Award 3 marks for secure fixing of all components)
3
Cable arrangement is neat with no cable damage or tangling
(Award 3 marks for neat and damage-free cable arrangement)
3
Sub-Total10
GRAND TOTAL30
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Installation and Alignment of Sensors and Actuators in a Mechatronic System

Mechatronics Technology · Level 5
Mechatronic Systems Instrumentation And Control
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Install and align a capacitive sensor (100mm sensing range), proximity sensor (50mm sensing range), and a linear actuator with 150mm stroke on the conveyor system.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Set of screwdriversComputer with PLC programming software
Digital multimeterPLC unit
Communication cable for PLCCapacitive sensor 24 VDC
Proximity sensor 24 VDC
Linear actuator 24 VDC
Connecting cables
Power supply unit
Double pole MCB
Holding switches (pushbuttons)
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Computer with PLC programming software1 Pc per Candidate
2Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) unit - 24 VDC inputs, contact outputs1 Pc per Candidate
3Capacitive sensor 24 VDC1 Pc per Candidate
4Proximity sensor 24 VDC1 Pc per Candidate
5Linear actuator 24 VDC1 Pc per Candidate
6Set of screwdrivers assorted1 Set per Candidate
7Digital multimeter with standard probes1 Pc per Candidate
8Connecting cables - single core flex 1.0 mm control cables5 meters per Candidate
9Power supply unit AC 240 V input, DC 24 V output1 Pc per Candidate
10Double pole MCB 240 V1 Pc per Candidate
11Holding switches (momentary pushbutton) with NO & NC terminals3 Pcs per Candidate
12Communication cable for PLC1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Installation and Alignment of Sensors and Actuators
Wore PPE: safety boots and overall/dust coat
(Award 1 mark each for safety boots and overall)
2
Identified tools and equipment for sensor and actuator installation
(Award 1 mark for correct identification)
1
Correctly identified and wired the following components: capacitive sensor, proximity sensor, linear actuator, holding switches
(Award 1 mark for each component wired correctly)
4
Installed capacitive sensor and proximity sensor at specified sensing ranges and positions according to schematic
(Award 2 marks for each sensor installed correctly and aligned)
4
Installed linear actuator with correct stroke alignment and securely fixed
(Award 3 marks for proper installation and alignment)
3
Connected all wiring to PLC input/output terminals as per wiring diagram
(Award 1 mark each for input wiring, output wiring, and neat termination)
3
Powered the system safely through double pole MCB and verified power supply output
(Award 1 mark for correct MCB connection and 1 mark for power supply verification)
2
Tested sensor outputs using digital multimeter and verified expected voltage levels
(Award 3 marks for correct measurement and verification)
3
Operated the linear actuator via PLC control and confirmed full stroke movement
(Award 3 marks for successful actuator operation)
3
Conducted functional testing of holding switches to control actuator and sensor enable/disable
(Award 3 marks for correct switch operation and control)
3
Documented installation procedures and testing results clearly
(Award 4 marks for neat and complete documentation)
4
Observed housekeeping: cleaned working area, organized tools and materials, disassembled tools properly
(Award 1 mark for cleanliness and 1 mark for tool organization)
2
Sub-Total34
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Sensors installed and aligned per schematic: capacitive sensor sensing range 100mm, proximity sensor sensing range 50mm
(Award 1.5 marks for each sensor sensing range within ±5mm tolerance)
3
Linear actuator installed with 150mm stroke aligned and fixed firmly
(Award 3 marks for correct stroke length and secure fixing)
3
All wiring connections correct, neat, and secure as per schematic
(Award 3 marks for neat and correct wiring)
3
System operates as per functional requirements: sensors detect objects, actuator moves fully on command, switches control enable/disable
(Award 4 marks for full functional operation)
4
Documentation complete and accurate
(Award 3 marks for comprehensive documentation)
3
Sub-Total16
GRAND TOTAL50
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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