Electrical and Electronics 10, Electrical 20, 30, Electronics 20, A30, B30
ELEC20E
Module 20E: Programmable Logic Controllers (Optional)
Outcome
Explore the purpose and operation of programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
Indicators
| (a) | Demonstrate safe practices when working with PLCs. |
| (b) | Compare the typical components of a PLC with those of a desktop computer. |
| (c) | Provide examples of PLCs in industrial and manufacturing environments. |
| (d) | Discuss the advantages of using PLCs rather than other technologies. |
| (e) | Recognize how the logic of a computer laddering system evolved into the software for PLCs. |
| (f) | Understand how PLCs communicate with themselves and the equipment to which they are connected. |
| (g) | Determine how timers and counter circuits can be used in PLCs. |
| (h) | Troubleshoot timer and counter circuits using the input/output (I/O) racks. |
| (i) | Wire a motor circuit, with safety devices, controlled by a PLC. |
| (j) | Program a PLC. |
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