Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

A programmable logic controller (PLC) are specialized computers used in manufacturing to automate tasks like operating robots and assembly lines. They are designed for reliability, ease of programming, and troubleshooting.

Learning Objectives

This course will cover the function of programmable logic controllers in control system design as well as how performance may be increased and running costs can be decreased through careful selection, installation, and maintenance. It will offer the technical know-how required to install, carry out regular programming and maintenance, and use the right configuration and troubleshooting methods.

Total Contact hours: 24 (including of 2 hours assessment)

• Describe important number systems and data types used by Siemens PLCs
• Identify the major components of a PLC and describe their functions.
• Describe the parts of a typical PLC scan.
• Define the terms “functional safety” and “failsafe.”
• Identify the key features of S7-1200 standard and failsafe CPU models.
• Identify the types of S7-1200 PLC signal and communication modules.
• Summarize the capabilities of TIA Portal.
• Summarize the capabilities of STEP 7 (TIA Portal).
• Describe what is meant by “security integrated.”
• List the programming languages available for S7-1200 PLCs.
• Describe the concept of modular programming and the types of program and data blocks available for Siemens PLCs.
• Describe the operation of the most commonly used ladder diagram programming instructions.
• Describe what is meant by S7-1200 integrated technology.

At the end of the course, learners are required to complete a total of 2 hours of written assessment.

Participants must be able to read and understand simple technical drawings and be familiar with how a personal computer (PC) functions in general.