Introduction to PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers)

This course provides an introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and how they are used in various manufacturing environments.  Working with the latest Siemens equipment in our new Automation facility, delegates will get a hands-on experience of programming PLC’s in various real-life scenarios.

This course is aimed at engineers who wish to increase their knowledge or are multiskilling.  Basic electrical knowledge is essential for this course. Some fluid power and previous PLC experience would be advantageous.  Delegates are able to progress to our Advanced PLC course. 

Objectives:

• Identify physical types of PLCs and their structure
• How PLCs are applied in various industries
• Use Logic functions/gates , AND, OR, NOT
• Observe the differences between Ladder, Statement List & Function Block
• Observe the differences in addressing between Allen Bradley and Siemens.
• Identify IEC 61131 symbols for contacts, coils, internal flags, timers, counters
• Input output addressing, program structure
• Safety considerations
• Create a basic program in ladder logic
• Using Timer’s and Counter’s
• Create a program for an automated sequence
• Graphic display and warning lamps
• Analogue inputs
• Pneumatic control including automated sequence using sensors
• Analogue input 0-10v
• Introduction to fault finding