PLC Logic Controller Training Workshop 2014

Topics

• PLC Ladder Logic
  • A basic rung of logic
  • Is it normally open or normally closed?
  • MCR, JSR and basic structure of a PLC program
  • Instruction types
  • What is integers, binary, floating point data memory areas
  • Adjusting Timers and Counters
  • Symbols and rung descriptions
• Basic use RSLogix ™ Software
  • PC to PLC Communications
  • Starting RSLinx ™ and RSLogix &trade
  • On Line and Off Line Operation
  • Working efficiently with tool bars
  • Communicating with the PLC
  • Quickly compare PLC program copies
  • Find your way around in large PLC programs
  • Burning the EPROM
  • Forces Enabled/Disabled safely
  • Using RsLogix ™ as your second troubleshooting partner
  • How to find your own answers using software
  • Data files and subroutines
  • Questions from the audience
• Troubleshoot Actual Problems
  • The most common problems
  • Basic troubleshooting theory
  • Tracing and monitoring input and outputs
  • Relating your PLC program to the real world
  • Actual troubleshooting exercise
  • How to recover quickly from lightning and other power problems
  • Using RsLogix`s ™ Advanced Diagnostics
• Standard Operating Practices (SOP)
  • Protecting your PLC programs
  • Backing up your PLC programs
  • EPROM for zero downtime
  • Reliable operating procedures
  • Safety while troubleshooting
  • Documenting change
  • Downloading and Uploading
  • File Management
• Setup PLC Hardware and New Program
  • Setup PLC IO
  • Configure PLC Drivers
  • Create a New PLC Program
  • Set up PLC Communication
  • Document PLC Program
  • How to Structure a PLC Program
  • Writing Diagnostic and Troubleshooting rungs
  • PLC Programming Tips