Programmable Logic Controllers

Teacher

Tom

Course Number: PLC-304

Course Description

Programmable logic controllers (PLCs) are increasing in use, and technicians in all fields must be familiar with the fundamentals of installing, programming, and troubleshooting digital and analog PLCs. This course provides a solid foundation in PLC theory, installation, programming, operation, and troubleshooting. Many large, detailed drawings of commercial and industrial PLC systems are used in the training. Video, power point slides, CD-ROM and computer simulations are used to enhance the learning of digital and analog PLCs. Trainees use real equipment as well as lap top simulations and paper and pencil exercises to learn the ins-and-outs of programming.

Course formats:
MTI Training Center | On-Site

Additional Course Details

Each student will receive class books, work activity sheets, self-test progress evaluations, as well as questions from the instructor to make sure they understand the material presented. It is expected that an attendee will leave the class with the basic knowledge of the subject and possess new found skills to better equip them when they return to their job. A certificate suitable for framing will be issued to each attendee who successfully completes the course.

Hands-on activities:
60% hands-on activities

Free Materials included:
Small generic PLC’s are supplied to allow the trainee to work with real equipment, but the manufacturer might not be the same as in use at the trainee’s work location.

If you are looking for manufacture specific PLC training, please contact the manufacture’s agent.

Course Syllabus

Review the operation and wiring of control
devices. Using the concepts of basic undervoltage circuit design, design and draw a Master
Undervoltage Circuit.
Draw the basic symbols and be able to relate them to the physical components.
The difference between a N.O. pushbutton and a N.C. pushbutton.
Draw a pilot lamp pushbutton and be able to identify them on wiring diagrams.
Draw the power rails and rungs of a ladder diagram.
Operation and function of a Maser Undervoltage Circuit.

Establish the knowledge base of the
components of a PLC system. Distinguish between elements of hardware and of
software.
Distinguish the difference between a PLC and a Computer.
Distinguish between analog and digital inputs to a PLC
Change a relay wiring diagram into a PLC wiring diagram.

Develop a comprehensive understanding of the what makes a PLC.
Distinguish between a synchronous and asynchronous scanner
Simulate an operation of a PLC controlling a
cylinder and several valves.
Understand the memory aspects of a PLC.

Inputs and outputs to the Data Tables in the PLC
A) Recognizing the input table and output table of a PLC.
B) Bits, bytes and words and apply that knowledge to input and output tables.

Specifying the input and output cards for a PLC system and design a wiring diagram implementing the
inputs and outputs required for the design and operation a machine.
A) Read diagrams for input and output PLC modules
B) How the inputs and outputs are isolated from noise and interference.
C) Select the proper hardware and design a PLC wiring diagram for an industrial application of a
PLC system.

Build a knowledge base of communication
between PLC and the programming software.
Set up communications using either a basic ethernet setup or a RS-232 connection.
Use Who Active to find the proper PLC.
Download, upload, and go online with a program students will make.

Navigation & instructions for Studio 5000.
Navigate through the 5000 software to find
the desired instruction.
Learn basic instructions such as: XIO, XIC, OTE, Timers, and counters.

Troubleshooting techniques and used them
to solve 2 troubleshooting problems on a PLC water pump system.
A) Logical problem solving techniques and shown how they can be use to find problems quickly.
B) Properly use a voltmeter to find input
and output problems on PLC systems.
C) Use PLC indicator lights, relay status, and the voltmeter to solve simulated prob- lems.
D) D) The student will be given a panel to wire and will have to troubleshoot 2 problems on the
system within 15 minutes.

Prerequisites

All students must have the following:
Basic understanding of electrical theory.
Basic understanding of electrical controls. This includes switches, push buttons, relays, con-
tacts, starters, etc.
Use a multimeter to test components & read
electrical schematics.