Automation Engineering Technology

3 unit(s)

Introduction to laboratory procedures used in chemical analysis for classical wet and instrumental methods; statistical data treatment, gravimetric analysis, volumetric analysis, pH measurements and optical methods.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); second term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1CH3 and registration Automation Engineering Technology or Biotechnology

3 unit(s)

Basic chemical concepts, calculations and laboratory procedures. Chemical formulae and equations, chemical stoichiometry, nomenclature, acids and bases, gases, chemical equilibrium, thermochemistry and thermodynamics, redox reactions and electrochemistry.

Three lectures, one tutorial, one lab (three hours every other week); first term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Automation Engineering Technology, or Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

3 unit(s)
Programming concepts and introduction to C++ programming. C++ syntax, functions, decision-making, looping, operators, arrays and data structures.

Two lectures, one lab (two hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Automation Engineering Technology, or Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology
Antirequisite(s): COMPTECH 3PD3

3 unit(s)

Introduction to electronic circuits; DC and AC sources, resistors, inductors, and capacitors; phasors and impedance; transient and steady-state analysis; network analysis; energy and power.

Four lectures, one lab (three hours); second term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Automation Engineering Technology, or Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

3 unit(s)

Pre-calculus concepts: algebra, trigonometry, complex numbers, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations, matrices, determinants and vectors. Limits, continuity, differential calculus, partial derivatives, applications, sequences and series.

Four lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Automation Engineering Technology, or Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

3 unit(s)
Statics and kinematics of particles and rigid bodies: force vectors; equilibrium; trusses, frames and machines; internal forces; centroids; friction; axial load, torsion, bending and shear; stress and strain. Newton’s Second Law; moments of inertia; plane motion.

Four lectures; second term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology

3 unit(s)
Integral calculus involving all the techniques of integration, applications, improper integrals, multiple integrals and integral theorems, infinite sequences and series.

Four lectures; second term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1MC3 and registration Automation Engineering Technology, or Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

3 unit(s)
Sound, light, kinematics, forces, work, energy, fluid and thermal physics.

Four lectures, one lab (two hours every other week); first term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Automation Engineering Technology, or Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

3 unit(s)
Project-based course covering computer programming. Object-oriented, event-driven programs involving decisions, looping, arithmetic calculations, string handling and data file handling.

Two lectures, one lab (two hours); second term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1CP3 and registration in Automation Engineering Technology or Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology

0 unit(s)
Minimum of 15 weeks of full-time employment in a professional environment.
First term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 2PW3 and registration in a Four-Year Technology Program and permission of the Engineering Co-op and Career Services Office.

3 unit(s)
Continuous time signals and systems; convolution; Laplace transform, Fourier series and transform; Discrete time signals and systems.

Four lectures; second term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 2MA3; and registration in Automation Engineering Technology or Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology

0 unit(s)
Minimum of 15 weeks of full-time employment in a professional environment.
First term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 2EE0; registration in a Four-Year Technology Program; and permission of the Engineering Co-op and Career Services Office

3 unit(s)
An introductory statistics course covering the following topics with engineering applications: organization and description of data, probability and distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing and bivariate data analysis using regression.
Two lectures, one tutorial; first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1MT3; and registration in Level III of Automation Engineering Technology or Biotechnology

Antirequisite(s): ENGTECH 2ES3, 3ST3

3 unit(s)
Number systems and errors; solutions to nonlinear equations; interpolation by polynomials; matrices and systems of linear equations; differentiation and integration; differential equations; applications to mechanical systems.
Two lectures, one tutorial; first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1CP3, ENGTECH 2MA3; and registration in Level IV or above of Automation Engineering Technology

Antirequisite(s): CIVTECH 3MN3, ENGTECH 2MS3

0 unit(s)
Minimum of 15 weeks of full-time employment in a professional environment.
Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 3EE0; registration in a Four-Year Technology Program; and permission of the Engineering Co-op and Career Services Office

3 unit(s)
This course introduces technology students to the unique communication challenges of their profession. Its main purpose is to provide students with the foundations of sound technical communication skills, both oral and written.
Three lectures; first term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in or Automotive and Vehicle Technology I, Biotechnology I, or Process Automation Technology I, or Automotive and Vehicle Technology, Biotechnology, or Process Automation Technology

3 unit(s)
This course aims at developing students; technical communication skills, with an emphasis on inquiry and research skills such as defining problems, researching underlying issues, and analyzing opposing arguments.
Three lectures: second term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 1CS3 and registration in or Automotive and Vehicle Technology I, Biotechnology I, or Process Automation Technology I, or Automotive and Vehicle Technology, Biotechnology, or Process Automation Technology

Antirequisite(s): GEN TECH 1TI3

3 unit(s)
Costing methods of engineering designs and processes; minimum attractive rate of return, return sensitivities, time value of money, internal rates of return, pay-back period, amortization of equipment and capital cost allowance structures.
Three lectures; second term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II of Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology
Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 3EE3

3 unit(s)
The course examines fundamental management principles of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling in technology organizations. Emphasis is placed on understanding and application of human resource management practices to engage people in attaining organizational goals.

Three lectures: second term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 2HR3 and registration in Level II Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 1HR3, 1OB3, 3MP3, 3OB3, 4T03

3 unit(s)
The course focuses on key employability skills needed to participate and progress in today’s dynamic technology organizations. Emphasis is placed on understanding the role and responsibilities of technology professionals such as; career management, professionalism and workplace intercultural competence.
Three lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 1CS3 and registration in Level II of Automotive and Vehicle Technology, Biotechnology or Process Automation Technology

3 unit(s)
Formerly GENTECH 4ET3
This course introduces students to the interrelationship of entrepreneurial thinking and innovation at both the industry and firm level.
Three lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 2MP3, 3FF3 and registration in Level II or above of Automotive and Vehicle Technology, Biotechnology or Process Automation Technology

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 2EN3, 2ET3, 3EN3

3 unit(s)
The course focuses on departmental budget methodologies, understanding and interpretation of various financial statement components in terms of their relevance to managerial decision making.
Three lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above of Automotive and Vehicle Technology, Biotechnology or Process Automation Technology

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 1FS3, 1FT3, 3FS3

3 unit(s)
Statistical tools, tests, design and analysis of planned experiments, Taguchi methods, control charts for variables and attributes, capability analysis, acceptance sampling, elements of reliability, quality assurance, and ISO 9000 certification.
Three lectures; first term.

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 2ES3 or 3ES3; and registration in Level II or above of the Automotive and Vehicle Technology, Biotechnology, or Process Automation Technology program

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 3T03, 4SS3

3 unit(s)
Introduction to best practice in the management of technical projects including the use of planning, software and the management of people.
Three lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 2MP3 and registration in Level II or above of Automotive and Vehicle Technology, Biotechnology or Process Automation Technology

Antirequisite(s): GEN TECH 3PM3, GENTECH 4PM3

3 unit(s)
Formerly GENTECH 3FT3
This capstone course examines the ‘total’ view of the organization and how it relates and interacts with various factors in its environment to gain long-term sustainable advantage.
Three lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 1FT3 or 3FF3 , 3ET3 or 4ET3, ENGTECH 4EE0 and registration in Level III or above of Automotive and Vehicle Technology, Biotechnology or Process Automation Technology

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 3FT3, 3SF3, 4SF3

3 unit(s)
Formerly GENTECH 4SC3
This course addresses the management of operations at the strategic, tactical and operations levels. Emphasizing decisions required to successfully design, create and deliver goods and services in a globalized marketplace.
Three lectures; second term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 3LS3 and registration in Level III or above of Automotive and Vehicle Technology, Biotechnology or Process Automation Technology

3 unit(s)
The course explores the social implications and environmental impacts of technologies and the ethical challenges they impose on technology professionals. Critical thinking skills and professional responsibility are examined using real-ethical dilemmas to help students develop a professional ethical identity that can be carried forward into their career.
Three lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 3TS3 or 4TS3, ENGTECH 4EE0, and registration in Level III or above of Automotive and Vehicle Technology, Biotechnology or Process Automation Technology

3 unit(s)
Formerly GENTECH 3TS3
A study of the diverse and often contradictory impact of technology on society. The consequences of current technological changes and those of the recent past are explored to illustrate the complexities of technological-societal interrelationships.
Three lectures; second term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of Automotive and Vehicle Technology, Biotechnology or Process Automation Technology

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 2TC3, 3L03, 4TP3

3 unit(s)
Two-dimensional drafting: drawing environment and commands, drafting settings, drawing editing, plotting output, dimensioning, orthographic projections and views, sectional and auxiliary views. Three-dimensional solid modeling: parts, assemblies, 2D drawings generation.
One lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in level II or above of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
Steady-State mass balances with possible recycle and reactions. Gas laws. Phase rule. Vapour-liquid equilibrium basics.
Two lectures, one tutorial, one lab (two and one half hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1CH3, 1MC3, 1PH3 and registration in level II or above of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
Steady-state energy balances including possible reactions. Combined mass and energy balances. First and second law of thermodynamics. Physical/chemical equilibrium. Application to industrial processes. Drawing and interpretation of Piping and Instrumentation diagrams (P&ID).
Two lectures, one tutorial, one lab (two and one half hours); second term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1MT3, PROCTECH 2CE3 and registration in level II or above of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
This second course in electricity and electronic science will be presented through lectures and labs. The course content covers: sources of electrical energy, AC circuit analyses, transistor circuitry, amplifiers and oscillators.
Three lectures, one tutorial, one lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1EL3, 1MC3 and registration in level II or above of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
A study of organic chemistry, including structure, nomenclature, major reactions and industrial applications. Emphasis is placed on industrial manufacturing and uses. Lab sessions will emphasize common organic chemistry techniques.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); second term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1CH3 and registration in level II or above of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
This course covers common pressure, level, temperature and flow measuring systems that provide the basis to specify, design, construct, test and tune a control loop using a PID controller. A distributed control system is also introduced.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1MT3 and registration in level II or above of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
An introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and their use in automation applications. AC and DC motors, PLC basics, Input/output, memory addressing and program control instructions, and PLC networking, motor control protection and starting.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); second term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1MT3, PROCTECH 2EE3, 2IC3 and registration in level II or above of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
This course covers simulation and analysis of integrated process units within a chemical process plant. Key topics covered are: process flow diagrams and simulation models, process analysis using simulation model, rudimentary process optimization and plant simulation
Three lectures, one lab (two hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): PROCTECH 2EC3, 3CT3 and registration in Level IV of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
This course covers analysis and design of closed loop control systems. System characteristics and performance, stability analysis, system types, performance improvement, digital control systems, compensation, filtering and motion system tuning.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 2MT3, PROCTECH 2IC3, 2PL3 and registration in level III or above of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
The motion control part of this course covers the theory and operation of AC and DC drive systems and digital motion control. The robotics portion of the course covers robot anatomy and attributes, end effectors, robot programming and applications.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): PROCTECH 3CT3, 3PL3, 3SC3 and registration in Level IV of Process Automation Technology

Advanced PLC programming concepts such as files, subroutines and indexing, industrial networks, PID and PWM, HMI, AC and DC Drives integration and implementation in PLCs and automation project. Lectures are designed to support the lab program.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): PROCTECH 2PL3 and registration in level III or above of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
This first level SCADA course covers the following topics: introduction to SCADA, digital conversion theory, sensors and detectors, noise and filtering, communication protocols, databases and process control evaluation.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1PR3, PROCTECH 2EE3, 2IC3 and registration in level III or above of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
SCADA architecture, bus standards and protocols, multi-loop PID control, workstation design, system safety, redundancy and maintenance and SCADA project design.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): PROCTECH 2CE3, 3CT3, 3SC3 and registration in Level IV of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
This course covers advanced sensor and actuator technology, robotics and vision systems, automated workcell, flexible manufacturing systems, computer integrated manufacturing. Hardware and software integration issues, when and how to automate, OPC and HMI.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): PROCTECH 4IC3, 4IT3; ENGTECH 4EE0 and registration in level IV of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
This course covers process characteristics, methods of analysis, controller design, adaptive control, loop tuning, process control improvement examples with emphasis on plant control and tutorial exercises using MATLAB.
Three lectures, one tutorial; second term

Prerequisite(s): PROCTECH 3CE3, 3CT3 and registration in level IV of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
Corporate and industrial networks, OSI model, Ethernet and TCP/IP, Modbus, Foundation Field bus, DeviceNet, PROFIBUS, AS-I, proprietary buses and protocols and interfaces, distributed I/O, drivers and devices and their implementation in PC and PLC based systems.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); second term

Prerequisite(s): PROCTECH 3MC3, 3PL3, 3SC3 and registration in level IV of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
This course covers the following topics: internet technologies and standards, database concepts, structured query language elements, web database processing and client and server side scripts.
Two lectures, one lab (two hours); second term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1CP3, 1PR3 and registration in level IV of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
This course examines manufacturing and production technologies, material selection and design process, measurement and quality assurance. Plastics, steels, and ceramics manufacturing, environmental and safety management, asset management and reliability.
Three lectures, one lab (two hours every other week); first term

Prerequisite(s): PROCTECH 2CA3, 4MT2; ENGTECH 4EE0 and registration in level IV of Process Automation Technology.

2 unit(s)
This course covers classes of engineering materials, their important properties and applications. Topics include: metals and alloys, stress and strain, plastics and elastomers, ceramic materials and selection of a material for an application.
Two lectures; second term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1CH3, 1PH3 and registration in level IV of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
This course focuses on requirement analysis, functional design, detailed design, reliability, maintainability and system life cycle. Methodologies and tools, requirements and validations, requirements for safety-related systems and mission critical systems.
Three lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): PROCTECH 2CA3, 4TR1; ENGTECH 4EE0 and registration in level IV of Process Automation Technology.

1 unit(s)
This course requires students to research, design, develop and implement an independent project. The project plan and a model developed will be documented as a technical report and presented in a seminar.
One tutorial, one lab (two hours); second term

Prerequisite(s): PROCTECH 3CE3, 3MC3, 3SD3, GENTECH 3MT3 and registration in level IV of Process Automation Technology.

3 unit(s)
This course is a continuation of Technical Project I and it requires students to conduct further research, modify/refine project design, develop and implement the independent project proposal submitted as a part of the Technical Project I course. The project will be documented as a technical report and presented in a seminar.
One tutorial, one lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): PROCTECH 4TR1, 4IC3, 4IT3; ENGTECH 4EE0 and registration in level IV of Process Automation Technology.

Co-requisite(s): PROCTECH 4SS3