IDENTIFYING DATA 2023_24
Subject (*) ADVANCED CONTROL Code 20695107
Study programme
Chemical Engineering (2013)
 Cycle 2nd
Descriptors Credits Type Year Period
3 Compulsory First 2Q
Language
Anglès
Department Chemical Engineering
Coordinator
BONET AVALOS, JOSÉ
 E-mail josep.bonet@urv.cat
Lecturers
BONET AVALOS, JOSÉ
Web http://moodle.urv.cat
General description and relevant information <p> Introduce students to the advanced control techniques and showing different control strategies used in Chemical Engineering process. </p><div><br /></div><div><div>For the academic year 2021-22, the URV has as the objective teaching face-to-face as much as the health authorities allow. In view of the the occupation allowance of the allocated classrooms, the students will gather in reduced groups and will alternate weeks of face-to-face teaching at the ETSEQ with weeks of online teaching, according to a prescribed schedule.</div><div><br /></div><div>Exceptionally, the teaching will be all online if the professor finds not appropriate the alternating schedule, in view of the housing necessities of the students.</div></div>

Competences
Type A Code Competences Specific
 A1.2 Design, execute and analyse experiments related to engineering.
 A1.4 Know how to establish and develop mathematical models by using the appropriate software in order to provide the scientific and technological basis for the design of new products, processes, systems and services and for the optimization of existing ones. (G5)
 A2.2 Conceive, project, calculate and design processes, equipment, industrial installations and services in the field of chemical engineering and related industrial sectors in terms of quality, safety, economics, the rational and efficient use of natural resources and the conservation of the environment. (G2)
 A2.3 Lead and technically and economically manage projects, installations, plants, companies and technological centres in the ambit of chemical engineering and related industrial sectors. (G3)
 A3.3 Conceptualize engineering models and apply innovative problems solving methods and appropriate IT applications to the design, simulation, optimization and control of processes and systems (I3).
Type B Code Competences Transversal
 B2.3 Create a suitable environment for individual development.
 B2.4 Bring together knowledge and face the complexity of making judgments and taking decisions, based on incomplete or limited information, which include reflections on the social and ethical responsibilities in the professional practice.
 B3.1 Work in a team with responsibilities shared among multidisciplinary, multilingual and multicultural teams.
 B3.2 Resolve conflicts constructively.
 B4.1 Be able to learn autonomously in order to maintain and improve the competences pertaining to chemical engineering that enable continuous professional development. (G11).
 B5.1 Carry out and lead the appropriate research, design and development of engineering solutions in new or little understood areas, whilst applying criteria of creativity, originality, innovation and technology transfer. (G4).
 B5.2 Solving complex problems in a critical, logical and creative way, in multidisciplinary contexts.
 B6.1 Apply ethical principles and social responsibility as a citizen and a professional.
Type C Code Competences Nuclear

Learning outcomes
Type A Code Learning outcomes
 A1.2 Develop further understanding of process control strategies.
 A1.4 Use computers to control processes.
 A2.2 Understand the limitations of classical process control and justify the use of advanced control techniques.
 A2.3 Acquire a clear vision of how to directly apply the knowledge gained during the design and operation of a process.
 A3.3 Introduce advanced industrial control techniques in order to determine the most suitable technique for a production process.
Type B Code Learning outcomes
 B2.3 Establish strategies for each team member to develop their competencies to the maximum.
 B2.4 It integrates knowledge of different subjects taught in the masters in the realization of an integrated project or research work.
 B3.1 Actively participate and share information, knowledge and experiences.
Make its individual contribution in due time and with the available resources.
Accept and accomplish the group rules.
Conduct the decision-making process in a participative manner.
Obtain the support of others in order to ensure the success of their decisions.
 B3.2 Facilitate the positive management of differences, disagreements and conflicts that occur in the team.
 B4.1 Autonomously adopt strategies for learning in each situation.
Establish personal learning objectives.
Select a procedure from which the professor proposes.
Ask the appropriate questions for solving doubts or open questions, and search for information with criteria.
 B5.1 Decide how to manage and organize the work and time required to carry out a task from the basis of a general plan.
Analyse their own limitations and potential for undertaking a particular task.
Decide how to manage and organize the work and time.
Reflect on their learning process and learning needs.
 B5.2 Select the information required to solve problems using objective criteria.
Can provide alternative solutions to the same problem and assess possible risks and advantages.
Can draw up strategies for solving problems.
Direct the decision-making process in a participative manner.
Can get support from others to guarantee the success of their decisions.
 B6.1 Respect fundamental rights and equality between men and women.
Be respectful of and promote human rights and the principles of universal accessibility, equal opportunities, non-discrimination and universal accessibility for those with special educational needs.
Be respectful of the values of a culture of peace and democracy.
Type C Code Learning outcomes

Contents
Topic Sub-topic
1. Process dynamics.
2. Process identification.
3. Classical control.
4. Stability.
5. Multivariable control. Loop interaction and decoupling
6. Predictive model Control.

Planning
Methodologies  ::  Tests
  Competences (*) Class hours
 Hours outside the classroom
 (**) Total hours
Introductory activities
1 0 1
Lecture
A1.2
A1.4
A2.2
A3.3
B2.3
B3.1
B4.1
 20 33 53
Problem solving, exercises in the classroom
A1.2
A1.4
A2.2
A3.3
B2.3
B3.1
B4.1
 2 0 2
IT-based practicals in computer rooms
A1.2
A1.4
A2.2
A3.3
B3.2
B4.1
B2.3
B2.4
B3.1
B5.1
B5.2
B6.1
 2 10 12
Personal attention
1 1 2
 
Short-answer objective tests
A1.2
A1.4
A2.2
A3.3
B2.3
B3.1
B4.1
B5.2
 2 0 2
Short-answer objective tests
A1.2
A1.4
A2.2
A3.3
B2.3
B3.1
B4.1
 3 0 3
 
(*) On e-learning, hours of virtual attendance of the teacher.
(**) The information in the planning table is for guidance only and does not take into account the heterogeneity of the students.

Methodologies
Methodologies
  Description
Introductory activities Presentation of the course: description of the contents and objectives. Course plannig and evaluation criteria.
Lecture Sessions that will present the fundamental concepts of the course. All material used will be provided to students using the moodle workspace.
Problem solving, exercises in the classroom Formulation, resolution and discussion of a problem or exercise, related to the subject.
IT-based practicals in computer rooms Application, at a practical level, of the theory of a knowledge area in a certain context. Practical exercises using IT.
Personal attention Personal meetings scheduled with the professor to provide further help and guidance to the students individually

Personalized attention
Description
Teaching professors will be available at his office durin the official timetable disponibility. Also students can use the e-mail facilities to ask for atrtendance at any time.

Assessment
Methodologies Competences Description Weight        
Problem solving, exercises in the classroom
A1.2
A1.4
A2.2
A3.3
B2.3
B3.1
B4.1
 Resolution and delivery of exercises in the classroom. 10%
IT-based practicals in computer rooms
A1.2
A1.4
A2.2
A3.3
B3.2
B4.1
B2.3
B2.4
B3.1
B5.1
B5.2
B6.1
 Studies, using suitable software, about proces simulation and control 15%
Short-answer objective tests
A1.2
A1.4
A2.2
A3.3
B2.3
B3.1
B4.1
 Individual written test, mostly focused on the practical application of the main concepts introduced along the course. 25%
Short-answer objective tests
A1.2
A1.4
A2.2
A3.3
B2.3
B3.1
B4.1
B5.2
 Exercise with computer (or written), to be sit in class, in which the student will address several questions related to the content of the course. Final exam 1st call. 50%
Others  
 
Other comments and second exam session

Second call: Additional exam with a weight of 50% of the final grade that replaces the first call exam grade. Other components in the evaluation will be maintained.

The use of any kind of communication device is strictly forbidden unless otherwise stated by the instructor of the course.

The students requiring the second call exam, the final mark will be calculated as follows. If Q2 is the mark of the second call exam and Q2>5, the subject is pass. The final grade, however, is Q2 = max(5, (Q1+Q2)/2). In this way we stress the importance of the continuous evaluation and the work done along the academic year.

Sources of information

Basic Smith, C.L., Advanced proces Control. Beyond Single loop Control, 2010, John Willey and Sons
King, M, Process Control: A Practical Approach , 2011, John Willey and Sons

Complementary

Recommendations

Subjects that are recommended to be taken simultaneously
PRODUCT AND PROCESS DESIGN II/20695106

Subjects that it is recommended to have taken before
PRODUCT AND PROCESS DESIGN I/20695105
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