Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
This includes PLCs’ structures, applications, fundamental concepts, I/O devices, and design steps. Additionally, the course provides attendees with the opportunity to practice theoretical problems in class before moving on to programming essential examples in the lab using a selected PLC kit.
The course also covers some programming methods; however, it focuses more on Ladder Diagram (LD) and Function Block Diagram methods.
Learning Outcomes
On satisfactory completion of this course, learners should be able to:
- Identify the fundamental concepts of PLC
- Recognise the different programming methods used in PLCs
- Apply basic software and hardware skills for PLCs
- Evaluate the performance of a PLC control system
- Design a PLC system using appropriate methods
- Assess the performance of a range of case examples
Course Agenda
The course has been designed to cover two full days with four sessions for each day; two sessions in the morning and two sessions in the afternoon. Each session will be around 90 minutes. On the first day, the learners will study the theoretical part, supported with examples and exercises. The lab is unnecessary for the first day; however, students will be located in the lab to be close to the resource that will be used in day 2 where the focus will be more on practical applications.
The sessions for the first day are:
- Definitions, Structure, I/O Devices, Advantages and Applications
- Designing a System, Programming Methods and Examples
- Exercises and Examples based on LD and FBD
- More Exercises, Timers and Counters, respectively
- Hardware and Software Setup with Gates Logic Implementations
- Control the Speed of a Conveyor Belt
- Timers and Counters
- Robotic Arm Control
On the second day, the four sessions that will be given respectively are:
For more information on this course, please contact llahub@newcastle.ac.uk or enquire here
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