Catalog Info
Effective Term
Winter 2015
WebAdvisor Title
Introduction to Siemens PLCs
Credit Hours
1.00
Contact Hours Per Week
1 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description
This first of four courses introduces Siemens Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and explores the application of this technology as applies to automated manufacturing. Introduces the hardware of the system. Also examines the system architecture as it applies to typical plant applications. Discusses how to evaluate basic programming concepts along with memory allocation. Addressing schemes are examined with its relationship to the physical hardware.
Course Satisfies MACRAO Requirements
No
Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Other Details
Successful completion of the post assessment and instructor assessment of selected lab activities.