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Course Descriptions

PLC-5 or SLC 500 Introductory Topics (may be customized) Introduction to Ladder Logic Numbering Systems Windows Skills for PLC-5s

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This eight to twelve hour course prepares participants for entry into the PLC-5 Course series. It includes a review of relay logic - symbols, structure and how it is converted to ladder logic; how to interpret ladder logic diagrams; a review of umber systems - binary, octal, hexadecimal & binary coded decimal (BCD); and if needed, will cover Basic Windows skills required for successful use of PLC-5s.

After this class, participants will be able to:

• Recognize various symbols representing electrical control components
• Recognize how relay logic is converted to ladder logic
• Interpret basic ladder logic diagrams
• Describe the various numbering systems used by PLCs and demonstrate ability to convert between them
• (If needed) improve Basic Windows skills such as using pull down menus, navigating through screens, opening & modifying documents, creating & saving documents, mouse skills, etc needed for use with PLC-5s.

Program Specifications

Prerequisites

None

Length

8-12 hours

Class Size

Up to 10

Format

Classroom with one Workstation per student for Basic Windows skills practice as needed.

Call CBIL's Business Practice Leader for Automated Controls, Ellen Irons, at 314.539.5386 to learn more about our services and how we might meet your needs. Or email Ellen at .