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Applied PLCs - Siemens
Description
Objective:
Applied PLCs expands on the topics covered in Fundamentals of PLC and utilizes the same equipment. Students will go deeper into programming PLCs, incorporate HMI (Human Machine Interface) programming and modifying programs to include changes in the applications.
Competencies
- Program a PLC using ladder logic.
- Upload and download programs to/from a PLC.
- Understand and program basic PLC functions.
- Modify a current PLC program.
- Program HMI Applications.
- Understand and explain basic networking fundamentals.
Applicable Skills
Fundamentals of PLCs - Siemens
Description
Objective:
Working with a PLC efficiently requires a strong familiarity with the specifics of the programming environment and languages. This is exactly the purpose of this industry recognized certification. The students will work with high-end products from Rockwell Automation/Allen Bradley. This training program allows students to acquire hands-on experience with industrial control equipment. Realistic examples are used to motivate students to gain the skills needs to work with PLC controlled systems – which surround us in our daily lives. As a Rockwell Encompass Partner, Festo’s training is well suited for this environment.
Competencies
- Explain the operation and design of various relays.
- State/explain the three PLC sections.
- State/explain the three types of input devices.
- State/explain the types of memory in a PLC.
- Explain different types of PLC addressing.
- State/explain the three types of output devices.
- Convert different numbering systems used in a PLC.
- Explain various Boolean gates/truth tables.
- Demonstrate how to use a PLC for troubleshooting to resolve problems quicker.