Course Description
This course provides participants with a practical understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), covering PLC fundamentals, programming, operation, installation, and troubleshooting. Participants will gain hands-on experience with widely used PLC platforms, including Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and other industrial PLC systems.
Course Outline
Professional PLC & Industrial Automation Training
Module 1 — PLC Fundamentals & Architecture
- Introduction to PLC & Industrial Automation
- PLC Hardware Components and System Architecture
- CPU, Memory, I/O Modules and Scan Cycle
- PLC Operating Modes and System Configuration
- PLC Communication Fundamentals
Module 2 — PLC Hardware Configuration & Project Setup
- Creating and Managing PLC Projects
- Hardware and I/O Configuration
- Tag, Addressing and Data Type Management
- Controller Configuration and Program Download/Upload
- Project Organization and Documentation
Module 3 — PLC Basic Programming
- Programming Languages: Ladder, FBD and Structured Text
- Basic Logic and Programming Instructions
- Timer, Counter and Program Control
- Compare, Move and Compute Instructions
- Basic Sequence and Interlock Programming
Module 4 — Advanced PLC Programming & Function Blocks
- Program Structure, Functions and Function Blocks
- Data Blocks, Arrays and Structured Data
- Modular and Reusable Programming
- Sequence Control and State-Based Programming
- Alarm, Interlock and Permissive Logic
Module 5 — Analog & Process Control
- Analog Input/Output Configuration
- Signal Scaling and Engineering Unit Conversion
- Analog Signal Processing and Filtering
- PID Control Fundamentals and Configuration
- Practical Temperature, Level and Flow Control
Module 6 — Industrial Communication
- Industrial Ethernet and TCP/IP Fundamentals
- Modbus TCP/IP Communication
- PROFINET Communication
- PLC–HMI–SCADA Communication
- Communication Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
Module 7 — HMI & SCADA Integration
- PLC–HMI Architecture and Data Mapping
- HMI Screen and Operator Control
- Alarm, Status and Event Management
- Real-Time Monitoring and Trending
- Introduction to PLC–SCADA Integration
Module 8 — PLC Troubleshooting & Maintenance
- Systematic PLC Troubleshooting Methodology
- Hardware, I/O and CPU Diagnostics
- Online Monitoring and Program Analysis
- Online Modification and Fault Recovery
- Backup, Restore and Version Management
Module 9 — Industrial Case Studies
- Conveyor and Motor Control System
- Pump and Tank Level Control
- Temperature and Flow Control
- Production Line Automation
- PLC–SCADA Industrial Implementation
Objectives :
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand PLC fundamentals, architecture, operation, and industrial applications.
- Configure and develop basic to intermediate PLC programs.
- Understand PLC communication, HMI integration, and industrial networking.
- Perform PLC troubleshooting, diagnostics, maintenance, backup, and recovery.
- Apply PLC technology to improve productivity, efficiency, safety, reliability, and product quality.
Laboratory Exercise
Who should attends ?
This class is ideal for instrument and control system engineer/technician, supervisors and other individuals charged with the responsibility of deploying and/or maintaining PLC