Mechatronics Technology  ·  Level 6
Mechatronic Systems Instrumentation And Control
Chapter 5: Implement and troubleshoot instrumentation systems
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Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Installation of Instrumentation Sensors on Control Panel

Mechatronics Technology · Level 6
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 wire a capacitive level sensor and ultrasonic distance sensor on a control panel board measuring 600mm x 400mm.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Screwdriver Set (Flat & Phillips)Capacitive Level Sensor
Wire StripperUltrasonic Distance Sensor
Digital Multimeter4mm² Single Core Cables (Red, Black, Blue)
Terminal Blocks
Cable Ties
Power Supply 24V DC Switching Type
Control Panel Installation Board
Installation Drawing Sheet A4
Personal Protective Equipment (Overall, Safety Boots)
Pencil and Pen
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Capacitive Level Sensor1 Pc per Candidate
2Ultrasonic Distance Sensor1 Pc per Candidate
34mm² Single Core Cables (Red, Black, Blue)3 meters per Candidate
4Control Panel Installation Board1 Pc per Candidate
5Power Supply 24V DC Switching Type1 Pc per Candidate
6Terminal Blocks6 Pcs per Candidate
7Cable Ties10 Pcs per Candidate
8Screwdriver Set (Flat & Phillips)1 Set per Candidate
9Wire Stripper1 Pc per Candidate
10Digital Multimeter1 Pc per Candidate
11Personal Protective Equipment (Overall, Safety Boots)1 Set per Candidate
12Installation Drawing Sheet A41 Pc per Candidate
13Pencil and Pen1 Set per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Installation and Wiring of Sensors
Wore personal protective equipment (Overall and Safety Boots)
(Award 1 mark each for wearing overall and safety boots)
2
Observed electrical safety by disconnecting power before wiring
(Award 2 marks for correct safety procedure, 0 if failed)
2
Used correct tools properly (screwdrivers, wire stripper, multimeter)
(Award 1 mark for each correct tool usage)
3
Mounted capacitive level sensor securely on installation board
(Award 2 marks for correct mounting as per drawing)
2
Mounted ultrasonic distance sensor securely on installation board
(Award 2 marks for correct mounting as per drawing)
2
Connected power supply to the installation board (Live, Neutral, Earth)
(Award 1 mark for each correctly connected line)
3
Wired sensors correctly to terminal blocks following wiring diagram
(Award 1 mark for each sensor correctly wired including power and signal lines)
4
Tested sensor wiring continuity and power using digital multimeter
(Award 3 marks for correct use and reading verification)
3
Tidied wiring using cable ties ensuring neat and safe layout
(Award 2 marks for neatness and safety)
2
Powered the system and verified sensors powered correctly
(Award 3 marks for correct powering and sensor indication)
3
Performed housekeeping by storing tools and cleaning workspace
(Award 1 mark each for storing tools and cleaning)
2
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PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Sensors mounted as per drawing dimensions 600mm x 400mm (level sensor at 150mm from left edge, ultrasonic sensor at 450mm from left edge)
(Award 3 marks for correct mounting positions within ±5mm tolerance)
3
Wiring connections match installation drawing and are secure with no loose strands
(Award 3 marks for correctness and security of wiring)
3
Installation board wiring is neat, cables tied properly and labeled
(Award 2 marks for neatness and labeling)
2
System powers on without faults and sensors show correct operational indication
(Award 4 marks for successful powering and sensor operation)
4
Sub-Total12
GRAND TOTAL40
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Calibration of Pressure Sensor and Temperature Transmitter

Mechatronics Technology · Level 6
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.  Calibrate a pressure sensor and a temperature transmitter ensuring output signals correspond accurately to input standards, documenting calibration results for each device.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Pressure sensor (4-20mA output)Single core cables (red, black, green)
Temperature transmitter (RTD type, 4-20mA output)Personal protective equipment: Overall and Safety boots
Calibrated pressure calibrator (digital)
Temperature dry-block calibrator
Digital multimeter
Handheld communicator (HART protocol)
Set of screwdrivers (flat & star)
Wire stripper
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Pressure sensor (4-20mA output)1 Pc per Candidate
2Temperature transmitter (RTD type, 4-20mA output)1 Pc per Candidate
3Calibrated pressure calibrator (digital)1 Pc per 2 Candidates
4Temperature dry-block calibrator1 Pc per 2 Candidates
5Digital multimeter1 Pc per Candidate
6Handheld communicator (HART protocol)1 Pc per 3 Candidates
7Single core cables (red, black, green)3 m per Candidate
8Set of screwdrivers (flat & star)1 Set per Candidate
9Wire stripper1 Pc per Candidate
10Personal protective equipment: Overall and Safety boots1 Set per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and Safety
Wore personal protective equipment: overall and safety boots
(Award 1 mark each for overall and safety boots)
2
Observed electrical and calibration safety rules, including isolation before wiring
(Award 2 marks if all safety rules observed, 0 if not)
2
Selected and used correct tools for wiring and calibration setup
(Award 1 mark each for correct use of screwdrivers, wire stripper, and multimeter)
3
Connected pressure sensor and temperature transmitter wiring correctly
(Award 2 marks for each device wired correctly according to polarity and signal type)
4
Sub-Total11
TASK 2: Calibration Procedure
Applied standard pressure inputs using pressure calibrator and recorded sensor output
(Award 2 marks for correct input application and 2 marks for accurate output recording)
4
Applied temperature points using dry-block calibrator and recorded transmitter output
(Award 2 marks for correct temperature input and 2 marks for accurate output recording)
4
Used handheld communicator to verify and adjust transmitter parameters
(Award 3 marks if communicator used correctly for configuration and validation)
3
Documented calibration results clearly and accurately
(Award 3 marks for complete and neat documentation)
3
Reconnected devices and verified signal output matches calibration standards
(Award 3 marks for correct final verification)
3
Performed housekeeping by storing tools and materials appropriately
(Award 2 marks for proper storage and cleanup)
2
Sub-Total19
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Calibration results show sensor and transmitter output within ±1% of standard input values
(Award 10 marks if all outputs meet accuracy tolerance, 0 otherwise)
10
Wiring connections are neat, secure, and correctly labelled
(Award 5 marks for neat and correct wiring)
5
Sub-Total15
GRAND TOTAL45
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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