ELEC 212 Programmable Logic Controllers

Prerequisite: ELEC 110 with a C or better
2 hrs Lectures; 2 hrs Lab; 3 hrs Credit
This is a course that studies programmable controller operations as used in industry. Topics include terminology, input/output relationships, processor section, programmable devices, memory and interfacing sections of the programmable controller. Ladder diagrams and programming techniques are explained along with integrated control processes, manipulation of data, connection of peripheral devices and controller logic software/hardware troubleshooting. Practical wiring, troubleshooting and programming of a programmable controller will be emphasized.