Introduction to PLC Programming

Is this course for you?

• Would you like the confidence and ability to interrogate automated systems to diagnose system faults?
• Would you like to make modifications to existing systems?
• Would you like to create your own programs within the workplace?

If you’ve answered ‘yes’ to any of the above, then this course is for you.

Course Content

• 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

Learning Objectives

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