C Digital Fundamentals and PLC Programming

Catalog description

Term hours: 54 lecture and 54 laboratory. This course is an introduction to the function and application of programmable logic controllers. Students will become familiar with the development of ladder logic diagrams for PLC applications, test input, and output configurations, create a communications configuration, design and save a motor control program, and adequately document the programming and the program file. Students also learn about programming and wiring of programmable logic controllers and software. Topics include bit-level input and output instructions, timers, counters, latches, documentation, and troubleshooting. (CSU)