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Department Name: PLCs Department
Number of Classes: 18
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PLCs TrainingA significant trend in industry is the increased use of automation. Incredibly sophisticated systems that involve the carefully timed interaction between a wide range of equipment are possible. However, something must act as the "brains" behind the process. Manufacturers turn to programmable logic controllers (PLCs) when they need flexible yet precise electrical control over any range of processes that coordinate inputs and outputs, from traffic light signals, to packaging processes, to automotive assembly. A PLC is a processor-driven, software-based device that uses circuit logic to process inputs and signal the correct outputs. These classes cover the basics of ladder logic, binary numbering, and basic programming principles. Students also learn about the hardware involved in PLC setups and the networking options. Later classes cover greater detail by focusing on common PLC functions and more sophisticated tasks such as data manipulation and shift registers.


Department Classes
Class NamePrerequisitesLessonsDifficultyDepartment
Intro to PLCs 200
This class introduces the parts and operations of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and describes the functions and different programming languages you will find on most PLCs.
none 17IntermediateIntro to PLCs 200
Hardware for PLCs 210
This class covers the characteristics and functions of different types of PLC hardware, and provides basic troubleshooting procedures and maintenance tips.
450200 15IntermediateHardware for PLCs 210
Basics of Ladder Logic 220
This class describes the basic principles of ladder logic, identifies the symbols used to program a PLC and explains the primary logic functions those symbols create.
none 15IntermediateBasics of Ladder Logic 220
Numbering Systems and Codes 230
This class explains how to convert between binary, decimal, octal, and hexadecimal number systems and describes how these systems are used to convey information for PLCs.
none 15IntermediateNumbering Systems and Codes 230
PLC Inputs and Outputs 240
This class covers different types, configurations, capacities, and current conversions for PLC I/Os.
none 14IntermediatePLC Inputs and Outputs 240
Basic Programming 250
This class will teach you the basics of PLC programming using ladder logic. The class will identify common PLC commands and describe how those commands can be used to program a controller.
450200 15IntermediateBasic Programming 250
PLC Timers and Counters 260
This class explains how different types of PLC timers and counters work.
none 16IntermediatePLC Timers and Counters 260
Networking for PLCs 270
This class covers the basic principles of PLC networking and provides an introduction to some common industrial networks.
none 15IntermediateNetworking for PLCs 270
Hand-Held Programmers of PLCs 280
This class covers the basic functions and characteristics of hand-held programmers.
none 13IntermediateHand-Held Programmers of PLCs 280
PLC Diagrams and Programs 300
This class will teach you how to convert line diagrams and wiring diagrams for use with PLCs.
450200 12AdvancedPLC Diagrams and Programs 300
Overview of PLC Registers 305
This class introduces how digital signals are converted into binary data and how that data is stored into various types of registers.
none 14BeginnerOverview of PLC Registers 305
PLC Program Control Instructions 310
This class covers some of the most common program control instructions for PLCs.
none 14AdvancedPLC Program Control Instructions 310
Math for PLCs 320
This class covers common mathematical functions for PLCs as well as the integer and decimal values and numeric codes involved in PLC math calculations.
none 16AdvancedMath for PLCs 320
Sequencer Instructions for PLCs 330
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none 25AdvancedSequencer Instructions for PLCs 330
PLC Installation Practices 340
This class covers the proper steps for planning and installing a basic PLC system.
none 20AdvancedPLC Installation Practices 340
PID for PLCs 350
This class covers the effects of PID control in closed-loop systems as well as methods for tuning your controller in order to achieve the desired performance.
none 13AdvancedPID for PLCs 350
Data Manipulation 360
This class explains basic data moving functions and describes how and why these functions are used.
450200 450305 16AdvancedData Manipulation 360
Shift Registers 370
This class explains the various register shifts than can be used in a PLC.
450200 450305 12AdvancedShift Registers 370
 
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