Title: Introduction to PLCs

Code No: PL01 

Content:

Explanation of symbols and construction of ladder diagrams. Simple circuit design and fault finding. Programmable controller construction, operation and programming.

Objectives:

On completion of the course participants will be able to:
• identify the most common circuit diagram symbols 
  and their functions
• describe the basic construction and operation of a 
  programmable logic controller
• prepare, program and edit simple logic circuits
• describe the internal architecture of a typical PLC
• recognise the different programming formats used
  in programmable controllers
• understand the use and operation of various 
  numbering systems, e.g. binary, hexadecimal etc.

Prerequisites:

Electrical engineering background.

Participants:

Open

Duration:

2 days

Title: Allen Bradley PLC 5 Part 1

Code No: PL02

Content: 

Introduction to the structure, operation and programming of the Allen Bradley PLC5. Use of the PC programming terminal with 6200 or RS Logix 5 software.

Training is conducted with hands-on practical exercises using model production machines.

Objectives: 

On completion of the course participants will be able to:
• describe the basic operation and assembly of the 
  PLC 5
• use the inbuilt system and status indicators for fault 
  diagnostics
• prepare, enter, modify and edit programs and 
  programming of the Allen Bradley PLC 5
• store and document programs using the PC 
  hard/floppy disk and printer

Prerequisites:  

Personnel should have knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers.

Participants:

Open

Duration:

4 days

Title: Allen Bradley PLC 5 Part 2

Code No: PL03

Content:

Structure, operation and programming of the Allen Bradley PLC using the advanced instruction set. Use of the Allen Bradley 6200 or RS Logix 5 Software.

Objectives:

On completion of the course participants will be able to:
• write, edit and load programs using the advanced 
  instruction set of the PLC 5/15 or 5/40
• use the system instructions to carry out fault 
  diagnostics
• program and read function charts
• store programs on disk
• edit and document programs

Prerequisites:

Personnel must have achieved a satisfactory standard in the Allen Bradley PLC 5 Part 1 or a recognised training course for this type of controller.

Participants:

Open

Duration:

4 days

Title: Allen Bradley SLC 500

Code No: PL04

Content:

Introduction to the Allen Bradley SLC 500 series of controllers. The course provides hands-on programming, hardware and software fault finding, circuit diagram exercises and documentation. Memory organisation and use of the instruction set for programming, program monitoring, searching and force functions.

Objectives:

On completion of the course participants will be able to:
• demonstrate knowledge of the structure, operation 
  and hardware assembly of the SLC 500 system
• use the RS Logix 500 or APS programming software to enter edit and monitor programs
• interpret circuit diagrams and instructions used in 
  programming the SLC 500 controller 
• use the controller and programming units to carry 
  out fault diagnostics, maintenance and documentation

Prerequisites:

Personnel should have a knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers.

Participants:

Open

Duration:

4 days

Title: Allen Bradley Sigma Software Steps

Code No: PL05

Content: 

The course provides details of the concepts and techniques of Allen Bradley 'STEPS' (Structured Transfer Eddi Programming).

Objectives: 

On completion of the course participants will be able to:
• describe the concept of 'STEPS' programming
• interpret machine faults by use of a diagnostic 
  display
• insert and modify 'STEPS' programs using the 
  programming terminal and the specification
• relate the 'STEPS' program to the machine 
  sequence of operations

Prerequisites: 

Attendance of Allen Bradley 5 Part 1 and SLC500 Part 1Training Courses or in depth knowledge of Allen Bradley Programming Techniques for PLC's.

Participants:

Open

Duration:

5 days

Title: Allen Bradley RS Logix

Code No: PL06

Content: 

Use of RSLogix software for Allen Bradley PLC5 and SLC5 Programmable Controllers.
Introduction to the Structure, Operation and Programmming of PLC5 and SLC5 controllers.
Practical exercises in the application of the software to machine control.
Processor communications
Fault-finding on Controller systems.

Objectives: 

On completion of the course participants will be able to:
• Configure communications with controllers
• Download and Upload programs between machine and controller
• Prepare and enter programs using the RSLogix instruction set
• Modify existing ladder programs
• Store and document programs
• Use RSLogix software to fault-find on PLC hardware and machines

Prerequisites:

Knowledge of programmable controllers and using Windows 95 / 98 operating system

Participants: 

Open

Duration: 

4 days

Title: Siemens S5 Statement Logic

Code No: PL13

Content:

Introduction to statement logic functions and programming. Cross references between ladder diagram and the equivalent statement logic diagram.

Objectives:

On completion of the course participants will be able to:
• convert Ladder diagram Logic to Statement Logic
• enter, edit and run programs in Siemens Step 5 
  Statement Logic
• describe the operation of a Statement based 
  programming language

Prerequisites:

Knowledge of PLC operation, Logic Functions, Gates and 'Ladder Diagram' logic.

Participants:

Open

Duration:

1 day

Title: Siemens S5 PLC Introduction

Code No: PL14

Content: 

Use of the Siemens S5 DOS version 6.5 software on a PC.
Introduction to Siemens S5 Programmable Controllers.
Hands-on maintenance, fault-finding and programming exercises.
Program structure, system configuration, controller operation and addressing.

Objectives: 

On completion of the course participants will be able to:
• utilise the inbuilt status indicators and programming terminal
  to carry out fault diagnostics, maintenance and repair.
• demonstrate knowledge of the structure, operation
  and hardware assembly of controller systems,
  input / output addressing.
• use the Programming Unit to enter, fault-find, edit,
  and monitor programs.
• interpret structured programs using program, sequence
  organisation, function and data blocks.

Prerequisites: 

Knowledge of programmable controller operation.

Participants: 

Open

Duration: 

5 days

Title: Siemens S5 PLC Advanced

Code No: PL15

Content:

Interpretation of advanced statement logic programming instructions, Siemens standard function blocks and structured programming.
Use of programming unit.

Objectives: 

On completion of the course participants will be able to:
• Interpret the operation and use of advanced
  statement logic functions
• Write structured programs using program, function,
  organisation and data blocks.
• Interpret and use some Siemens standard function blocks
• Use the programming unit to carry out diagnostics,
  fault-finding and program editing.

Prerequisites: 

Attendance of the Siemens S5 PLC Maintenance course.

Participants: 

Electrical or other personnel who will be required to to operate Siemens S5 Programable Controllers

Duration: 

5 days

Title: Siemens S7 PLC Introduction

Code No: PL16

Content: 

Introduction to Siemens S7 Programmable Controllers.
Hands-on maintenance, fault-finding and programming exercises.
Program structure, system configuration, controller operation and addressing.

Objectives: 

On completion of the course participants will be able to:
• utilise the inbuilt status indicators and programming terminal
  to carry out fault diagnostics, maintenance and repair.
• demonstrate knowledge of the structure, operation
  and hardware assembly of controller systems,
  input / output addressing.
• use the Programming Unit to enter, fault-find, edit,
  and monitor programs.
• interpret structured programs using program, sequence
  organisation, function and data blocks.

Prerequisites: 

Knowledge of programmable controller operation.

Participants: 

Open

Duration: 

5 days

Title: Siemens S7 PLC Advanced

Code No: PL17

Content:

Interpretation of advanced statement logic programming instructions, Siemens standard function blocks and structured programming.
Use of programming unit.

Objectives: 

On completion of the course participants will be able to:
• Interpret the operation and use of advanced
  statement logic functions
• Write structured programs using program, function,
  organisation and data blocks.
• Interpret and use some Siemens standard function blocks
• Use the programming unit to carry out diagnostics,
  fault-finding and program editing.

Prerequisites: 

Attendance of the Siemens S7 PLC Introduction course.

Participants: 

Electrical or other personnel who will be required to to operate Siemens S7 Programable Controllers

Duration: 

5 days