This course provide the students with the understanding of the programming elements for the Siemens Programmable Logic Controller. The students will design, enter, run, and debug programs that are typical of automation applications. The students will apply proper usage of the data types within the program and logic elements. The students will connect a programming terminal and learn the functionality of the software.
Goals, Topics, and Objectives
- Programming Terminal connections and functionality
- Linear and structured Programming
- Timers and Counters
- Analog I/O
Demonstrate proficiency in establishing communications between a programming terminal and a PLC, and demonstrate proficiency in the functionality of the programming software.
Demonstrate the proper use of linear and structured programming techniques.
The students will write, enter, and debug machine programs containing timers and counters.*
Demonstrate the ability to write, enter and debug programs using analog I/O.*
Assessment and Requirements
Pre and Post exams, Lesson quizzes, and the successful completion of assigned labs.
To be determined by the Department
Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Successful completion of the Post Assessment (Exam) and Instructor assessment of selected lab activities.