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Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Industrial Automation

Course Contents 

SECTION 1

Introduction to Programmable Controllers

       Definition

       A Historical Background

       Principles of Operation

       PLCs Versus Other Types of Controls

       PLC Product Application Ranges

       Ladder Diagrams and the PLC

       Advantages of PLCs 

Number Systems and Codes

       Number Systems

       Number Conversions

       One’s and Two’s Complement

       Binary Codes

       Register Word Formats  

Logic Concepts

       The Binary Concept

       Logic Functions

       Principles of Boolean algebra and Logic

       PLC Circuits and Logic Contact Symbol

MITSUBISHI Tools

       Introduction to software tools by MITSUBISHI

       GX-Developer installation

       Introduction to GX-Developer

       Quick Project  

SECTION 2

COMPONENTS AND SYSTEMS 

Processors, the Power Supply, and Programming Devices

       Introduction

       Processors

       Processor Scan

       Error Checking and Diagnostics

       The System Power Supply

       Programming Devices 

The Memory System and I/O Interaction

       Memory Overview

       Memory Types

       Memory Structure and Capacity

       Memory Organization and I/O Interaction

       Configuring the PLC Memory—I/O Addressing

       Summary of Memory, Scanning, and I/O Interaction

       Memory Considerations 

The Discrete Input/Output System

       Introduction to Discrete I/O Systems

       I/O Rack Enclosures and Table Mapping

       Remote I/O Systems

       PLC Instructions for Discrete Inputs

       Types of Discrete Inputs

       PLC Instructions for Discrete Outputs

       Discrete Outputs

       Discrete Bypass/Control Stations.

       Interpreting I/O Specifications

       Summary of Discrete I/O

       What MITSUBISHI offers 

The Analog Input/Output System

       Overview of Analog Input Signals

       Instructions for Analog Input Modules

       Analog Input Data Representation

       Analog Input Data Handling

       Analog Input Connections

       Overview of Analog Output Signals

       Instructions for Analog Output Modules

       Analog Output Data Representation

       Analog Output Data Handling

       Analog Output Connections

       Analog Output Bypass/Control Stations

       What MITSUBISHI offers 

Special Function I/O and Serial Communication Interfacing

       Introduction to Special I/O Modules

       Special Discrete Interfaces

       Special Analog, Temperature

       ASCII, Computer, and Network Interfaces

       Peripheral Interfacing

       What MITSUBISHI offers 

SECTION 3

PLC PROGRAMMING-A 

The IEC 1131 Standard and Programming Language

                  ✔       Introduction to the IEC 1131

       IEC 1131-3 Programming Languages

       Sequential Function Chart Programming

       Types of Step Actions

       IEC 1131-3 Software Systems

       Summary  

Programming Languages

       Introduction to Programming Languages

       Types of PLC Languages

       Ladder Diagram Format

       Ladder Relay Instructions

       Ladder Relay Programming

       Timers and Counters

       Timer Instructions

       Counter Instructions

       Program/Flow Control Instructions

       Arithmetic Instructions

       Data Manipulation Instructions

       Data Transfer Instructions

       Special Function Instructions

       Boolean Mnemonics 

PLC PROGRAMMING-B

MITSUBISHI Factory simulator

       Introduction to software

       Installation

       Quick Project 

Beginner Challenge

       Paging Unit

       Detect Sensor Light

       Time Control for Traffic Light

       Part Sorting by Size (I)

       Conveyor Start/Stop

       Conveyor Drive

Intermediate Challenge

       Pushbutton Signal

       Part Sorting

       Part Separation

       Drilling

       Part Supply Control

       Conveyor Control 

Advanced Challenge

       Automatic Shutter Operation

       Stage Settings

       Part Distribution

       Sorting Defective Parts

       Forward/Reverse Rotation Control

       Lifter Control

       Sorting & Distribution Line 

PLC System Documentation

       Introduction to Documentation

       Steps for Documentation

       PLC Documentation Systems

       Conclusion 

SECTION 4

 

INSTALLATION AND START-UP

 

PLC Start-Up and Maintenance

       PLC System Layout

       Power Requirements and Safety Circuitry

       Noise, Heat, and Voltage Considerations 

       I/O Installation, Wiring, and Precautions

       PLC Start-Up and Checking Procedures

       PLC System Maintenance

       Troubleshooting the PLC System

System Selection Guidelines

       Introduction to PLC System Selection

       PLC Sizes and Scopes of Applications

       Process Control System Definition

       Other Considerations

       Summary

Available software/hardware tools during training session

ü      GX-Developer

ü      GX-Simulator

ü      MITSUBISHI PLC

ü      Simulator based Factory Setups

ü      Technical Manuals

ü      Theoretical booklet covering/explaining all the topics covered in training

 

Starting From Timings Last Date of Registration Fee
26-09-11

1700-2100

(Mon-Tue-Wed)

24-09-11

Rs:10,000

Per Participant

* 10% Discount for students and groups of two or more

Duration        =          48 Hours

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