Auto 2 Midterm Summative Test

Which component of the PLC Alarm Annunciator System is responsible for controlling the overall operation and triggering appropriate alarms?

• Input Modules

• Output Modules

• PLC

• HMI

Which feature of DCS ensures timely control actions to maintain desired operational parameters?

• Real-time operation

• Scalability

• Redundancy

• Fault tolerance

What technology is NOT commonly used in DCS communication networks?

• Fieldbus protocols

• Industrial wireless technologies

• Ethernet

• Satellite communication

How do SCADA systems contribute to safety on ships?

• By triggering alarms during emergencies

• By managing access control

• By monitoring weather conditions

• By optimizing energy consumption

Which aspect of maritime operations does SCADA NOT typically monitor?

• Tank level monitoring

• Energy management

• Weather conditions

• Crew scheduling

What is one of the key goals of a combustion control system?

• Maximizing fuel consumption

• Minimizing thermal efficiency

• Optimizing fuel-air ratio

• Increasing environmental impact

In the maritime industry, SCADA systems are used primarily for:

• Optimizing navigation routes

• Managing ship automation and safety

• Controlling HVAC systems

• Monitoring satellite communication

What is one benefit of using SCADA systems for maintenance and diagnostics?

• Limited access to critical areas

• Proactive maintenance to reduce downtime

• Increased risk of equipment failures

• Decreased fuel consumption

What is the primary function of SCADA systems in ship automation?

• Monitoring weather conditions

• Controlling communication systems

• Automating propulsion and navigation

• Managing tank levels

What does DCS architecture provide for managing industrial processes?

• Centralized control with distributed intelligence

• Decentralized control with centralized intelligence

• Centralized control with centralized intelligence

• Decentralized control with distributed intelligence