Course Description:

The course Programmable Controller – MicroLogix teaches how to design, program, and operate the Allen Bradley MicroLogix 1000 programmable controller and RSLinx PLC programmable software. This specific PLC is common in the workplace and is used to control a number of process applications by industries all over the world. Students learn industry-relevant skills included in subject areas such as orientation, operation, programming, motor control, discrete I/O interfacing, event sequencing, application development, timer instructions, and counter instructions.

Course Outline:

Introduction to Programmable Controllers, Basic PLC Programming, PLC Motor Control, Discrete I/O Interfacing, Event Sequencing, Application Development, PLC Timer Instructions, PLC Counter Instructions

Course Segments:

PLC Orientation, PLC Operation, PLC Programming Languages, Numbering Systems, PLC Memory Organization, PLC Programming Software, PLC Program Analysis, Motor Control Basics, Seal-In Program Logic, Interlock Functions, Documentation and Advanced Editing, Basic Input Interfacing, Basic Output Interfacing, Electronic Device Interfacing, Introduction to Event Sequencing, Continuous Cycle Logic, Multiple Actuator Event Sequencing, Program Development, Modes of Operation, Stop Functions, Retentive Timer Instructions, Non-Retentive Timer Instructions, Time-Driven Sequencing, Count Up Instruction, Count Down Instruction, Latch and Unlatch Instructions