- PLC Definition
- Basic operation
- IEC Standards
- Ladder logic
- Networks
- Set up
- History
- Data Types
- Timers
- Counters
- Comparators
- Moving Data
- Function Blocks
- Step Programming
- HMI set up
- Wiring inputs and outputs to the device
- Project: Creating an automated materials handling conveyor system
Upon completion of this course you will:
- Understand what a PLC is and how it functions
- Know the relevant standards which govern PLC installations
- Be able to read and understand ladder logic
- Understand how components can be linked via networks through an address system
- Know how to set up a new project when creating a new program
- Be able to download and back up current PLC programs
- Be able to troubleshoot a system using the PLC program
- Understand how to modify an existing program and the dangers involved
- Have an appreciation of the history and development of PLC devices
- Understand the importance of data types when programming
- Have experience of setting up, timers, counters, and comparators
- Know how to move data for use throughout the program
- Understand how to create and navigate function blocks
- Have experience of step programming
- Be able to set up a basic HMI panel
- Have applied their knowledge to an industrial conveyor system
Maintenance engineers, Service engineers, Maintenance managers, Electricians, First line technicians.
