Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC): Fundamentals
Overview
Course description
Topics covered include PLC Features, Basics ((Number systems, codes, logic functions), PLC Design, Hardware, IDE, Communication protocols, Programming Principles, Programming Bit Logic Operations, Programming Basic Instruction (Timers, Counters and Comparator), Analogue Operation (Hardware, Wiring and Configuration and Scaling Instructions) and Commissioning and Operational Safety.
The learner will perform the Hardware Configuration and Programming in our fully equipped training facility under the guidance of a specialist facilitator.
Sections
The following SECTIONS are covered by the course:
- Hardware Configuration
- Software Installation
- Basic Settings
- First Programming exercise
Learners Receive
The learner will be provided with:
- A well designed learner guide.
- Equipment and material, at our training centre, required to perform all the tasks during the course. (Panels and Programming devices such as Laptops and Desk tops).
- Assessments will be performed throughout the course.
- After completion of the course the learner will receive a certificate of competency.
Course Duration
There are two options available to the learner. The course can either be done as a full-time course or a part-time course. The times below are applicable.
Full Time:
4 days, Monday to Thursday (9:00 – 15:00)
Part Time:
2 Weekends, Saturday (9:00 – 14:00) and Sunday (9:00 – 13:00)
Topics
Hardware Configuration topics
- Assembly and installation of the Hardware
- Details of the S7-200 CPU
Software Installation topics
- Installing STEP 7 Micro/Win for Beginners
- Starting STEP 7
- Using the help system
Basic Settings topics
- Connecting communication cable
- Configuring the S7-200 Communication
- Performing the first function test
First Programming exercise topics
- Writing the program
- Opening the program exercise
- Downloading the program
- Function and test of the exercise program
- Elements of the Ladder logic, function Blocks Diagram and Statement list
- Transforming a circuit diagram
- Status view(ONLINE)
- Statements
Founded in 2003 – Renkalec Training Centre. Helping you to achieve your educational goals!
Welcome and feel right at home! If you landed here it probably means that you are searching for an avenue to improve your electrical skills and qualifications. Search no further: you are at the right place.
