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Learning Path

Non-Linear: Random Order

About the Course

Course Overview
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) have been an important part of industrial automation. PLC is a specialized computer that is used for the overall control and operation of processes. It uses a programmable memory to store instructions and execute specific functions. PLCs can be used in common applications such as a washing machine or for controlling traffic signals and elevators. This course will provide the fundamentals of a programmable logic controller (PLC).

Course Description
Topics include Parts of PLC - Basic operation - PLC Architecture, Input/Output devices, Number Systems and Logic Concepts, PLC Ladder Logic Programming, Instruction Set and Sequencer Programming Methods, Shift registers, Internal relays, RSLogix, HMI.

Course Study Materials

Module 1 : Programmable logic controllers

1.1 Programmable logic controllers - Parts of PLC - Basic operation - PLC Architecture
1.2 Programming languages
1.3 PLC Applications and Manufactures -Advantages & Disadvantages
Programmable logic controllers - Assessment 5 Questions

Module 2 : Input/Output devices

2.1 Input/Output devices - The I/O section -I/O Specifications - Output devices
2.2 Memory design -Memory types -Recording and Retrieving Data
Input/Output devices - Assessment 5 Questions

Module 3 : Number Systems and Logic Concepts

3.1 Number Systems and Logic Concepts - Decimal system - Binary Arithmetic -Binary Codes - Numbers in the Octal systems and Hexadecimal systems
3.2 Logic Gates - Combinational and Sequential Logic Systems
Number Systems and Logic Concepts - Assessment 5 Questions

Module 4 : PLC Ladder Logic Programming

4.1 PLC Ladder Logic Programming -Basic components and their symbols
4.2 Fundamentals of Ladder Diagrams -Ladder Logic Functions
4.3 Latching and internal relays - Multiple Outputs -Entering programs
4.4 Boolean Logic and Relay Logic
4.5 Ladder Logic Trigonometric Functions
PLC Ladder Logic Programming - Assessment 5 Questions

Module 5 : Instruction Set and Sequencer Programming Methods

5.1 Instruction Set and Sequencer Programming Methods -Bit and Timer Instructions
5.2 Counters
5.3 Data Handling Instructions
5.4 Sequencer Instructions - Sequential Function Charts -Sequencer Programs
Instruction Set and Sequencer Programming Methods - Assessment 5 Questions

Module 6 : Internal Relays

6.1 Internal Relays -Battery backed relays -One-shot operation
6.2 Master control relay - Set/Reset coils
Internal Relays - Assessment 4 Questions

Module 7 : Shift registers

7.1 Shift registers
7.2 Ladder programs - Ladder Logic Filtering
Shift registers - Assessment 5 Questions

Module 8 : PLC Applications

8.1 PLC Applications - Smart Grid
8.2 Smart Light Control -M2M Data Gathering & Control
8.3 Basic Motors using Ladder Logic
PLC Applications - Assessment 5 Questions

Module 9 : RSLogix

9.1 RSLogix 5000 - Controller Organizer
9.2 Programs and Routines -Languages
RSLogix - Assessment 10 Questions

Module 10 : Human Machine Interface

10.1 Human Machine Interface(HMI) - HMI - Advantages -HMI - Advantages -Trends
10.2 Bottle Filling Application - HMI - Alarms
Human Machine Interface - Assessment 10 Questions

Module 11 : Instruments - Switches

11.1 Instruments - Switches
Instruments - Switches - Assessment 5 Questions

Final Assessment

Final Assessment 15 Questions

The certificate issued for the Course will have

Student's Name
Photograph
Course Title
Certificate Number
Date of Course Completion
Name(s) and Logo(s) of the Certifying Bodies

Only the e-certificate will be made available. No Hard copies. The certificates issued by The Academic Council of uLektz. can be e-verifiable at www.ulektzskills.com/verify.

Students will be assessed both at the end of each module and at the end of the Course.
Students scoring a minimum of 50% in the assessments are considered for Certifications