rev.10/13/03
IDS 141 – Basic Industrial PLCs
Course Description
Introduces
operational theory, systems terminology, PLC installations, and programming
procedures for programmable logic controls. Emphasis is placed on PLC
programming, connections, installations, and start-up procedures. Topics
include: PLC hardware and software, PLC functions and terminology, PLC installation and set up,
PLC programming basics, relay
logic instructions, timers and counters, connecting field devices to I/O cards,
and PLC safety procedures.
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Competency Areas |
Hours |
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PLC Hardware and
Software |
Class |
4 |
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PLC Functions and
Terminology |
D. Lab |
0 |
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PLC Installation and Setup |
P. Lab/O.B.I. |
6 |
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PLC Programming Basics |
Credit |
6 |
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Relay Logic Instructions |
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Timers and Counters |
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Connecting Field Devices to I/O Cards |
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PLC Safety Procedures |
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Prerequisite: IDS 105, IDS 121 |
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Competency |
After completing
this section, the student will: |
Hours |
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Class |
D.Lab |
P.Lab/
O.B.I. |
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PLC HARDWARE AND
SOFTWARE |
5 |
0 |
5 |
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PLC Components |
Identify and discuss functions of all PLC
components. |
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PLC Software |
Discuss and install DOS and windows versions
software. |
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PLC FUNCTIONS AND TERMINOLOGY |
5 |
0 |
0 |
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Functions |
Discuss functions of the PLC and its role in industry. |
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Terminology |
Discuss common terminology used in PLC
applications. |
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PLC INSTALLATION AND SET UP |
5 |
0 |
10 |
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Installation |
Completely install a PLC Processor, power supply,
and I/O cards. |
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Set Up |
Load software and set up the PLC for
operation. |
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5 |
0 |
10 |
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Processor Memory
Organization |
Discuss the processor memory
organization. |
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Program Scan |
Discuss the program scan. |
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PLC Programming Languages and Bit
Patterns |
Discuss PLC programming languages and bit
patterns. |
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Programming instructions and
addressing |
Discuss programming instructions and
addressing.
Execute a ladder logic rung and address inputs
and outputs. |
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RELAY LOGIC INSTRUCTIONS |
5 |
0 |
10 |
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Relay Logic Instructions |
Discuss and execute examine on, examine off,
output energize, latch and unlatch.
Write and execute a ladder logic rung using these
instructions. |
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5 |
0 |
10 |
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Timer On and Timer Off |
Discuss and execute timer on, timer off,
retentive timers, and timer reset. |
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Counter Up and Counter Down |
Discuss and execute counter up, counter down, and
counter reset. |
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CONNECTING FIELD DEVICES TO I/O CARDS |
5 |
0 |
10 |
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Inputs |
Install switches and other control devices to
input cards and address the terminals. |
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Outputs |
Install relays, indicator lights, solenoids, and
motor starters to output cards and address the
terminals. |
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Write program files using relay instructions,
edit program file, download to processor, go online, and
execute. |
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PLC SAFETY PROCEDURES |
5 |
0 |
5 |
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Grounding |
Discuss techniques fro discrete I/O signal
communication. |
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Forcing |
Discuss the hazards of forcing
inputs/outputs. |
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Leaky inputs and outputs |
Discuss hazards of leaky inputs and outputs. Check for leaky triacs, SCR’s, and transistors. |
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Wiring |
Discuss safe methods of installing power and
control cable.
Install power and control
cables. |
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Books
Petruzella, F. D. Programmable Logic Controllers.
New York: McGraw-Hill.
Rexford, K. B. Electrical
Control for
Machines.
Albany, NY:
Delmar.
Swanston, F. A
Systems Approach to Programmable Controllers.
Albany, NY: Delmar.
Morris, S. Brian. (2000). Programmable Logic
Controllers. NJ: Prentice Hall.
Geller,
David A. (2000). Programmable Controllers (Using the Allen-Bradley SLC – 500
Family). NJ: Prentice Hall.
Technical Manuals
Rockwell
PLC technical manuals
Siemans technical manuals
GE
technical manuals
Audio Visuals
Primedia PLC series
Coastal PLC series