Module1: Introduction
Generalized instrumentation system, PC-Based instrumentation system, Principles of data acquisition, Generalized data acquisition system, S/H circuits, Multi-channel data acquisition systems.
4 Hours
Module 2: Principles of PC based Data Acquisition
Interpolation, PC-bus based data acquisition system, Analog and digital isolation, Types of sampling, Data transfer methods, Data acquisition configurations, Expansion buses and I/O ports, Local data acquisition: Plug-in data acquisition, Parallel port data acquisition. 5 Hours
Module 3: Data Acquisition using GPIB
GPIB system, Pins and signals, Handshake protocol, GPIB commands: Primary commands, Secondary commands, Expanding GPIB, Sharing GPIB device.
5 Hours
Module 4: Data Acquisition using Serial Interfaces
Features of Serial communication, Serial communication formats, Serial communication modes, Serial interface standards, USB, IEEE1394, Remote I/O modules.
5 Hours
Module 5: Networked Data Acquisition
Hierarchy model for industrial automation, Network data communication: Analog communication, Hybrid communication, Digital communication, Local area networks, OSI model, LAN characteristics, LAN types, Internet protocol, Network devices, HART communication, Network connection, Communication modes, Protocol layers Field buses – MODBUS, PROFIBUS.
8 Hours
Module 6: DCS and SCADA System
DCS and SCADA system: DCS hardware and software, DCS structure, Representative DCS, SCADA hardware.
5 Hours
Module 7: Programmable Logic Controller
Software Programmable Logic Controllers, Parts of PLC, Operation of PLC, Symbols used in PLC realization, Difference between PLC, Hardwired System and Computer, Relay Logic and ladder logic, Ladder commands, PLC timers and counters, Recent developments.
6 Hours

To develop an ability, enthusiasm and critical thinking of the students for industrial automation.

To provide knowledge of different data acquisition systems used in industry.

To illustrate the implementation of SCADA and PLC in industrial automation.

After successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
CO1: Understand the fundamental principles and concepts of automation in industry.
CO2: Comprehend the functioning of data acquisition system using GPIB and serial interface.
CO3: Analyze the operation of networked data acquisition system in industrial automation.
CO4: Evaluate and judge the implementation of SCADA and PLC in industry.
CO5: Apply basic knowledge and skill to design automatic systems using relay and ladder logic.

N. Mathivanan, PC-Based Instrumentation: Concepts and Practice, Prentice-Hall of India, New Delhi, 2016

Surekha Bhanot, Process Control: Principles and Applications, Oxford University Press, 2015

H.S. Kalsi, Electronic Instrumentation, Tata-McGraw Hill Education, 2017

D. Bailey, E. Wright, Practical SCADA for Industry, Newnes