ELT 123 - Programmable Controllers

1. Describe the operation of the major components of a programmable controller
   1. Identify the programming hardware
   2. Identify the control hardware
2. Incorporate computers to access and modify programs and control operations of programmable controllers
   1. Create, modify, and store programs with the computer
   2. Monitor operations with the computer
   3. Modify operating parameters with the computer
3. Write programming for various programmable controllers basic control programs
   1. Utilize ladder programming in a PLC
   2. Utilize discrete I/O instructions in a ladder program
   3. Program branching and latching circuits in a PLC
4. Program special functions on various programmable controllers
   1. Program counters
   2. Program sequencers
   3. Program timers
5. Specify discrete I/O interfaces
   1. Identify the types of dc inputs and outputs
   2. Identify the types of ac inputs and outputs
   3. Determine the hardware configuration of I/O for various applications
6. Develop programs typical of industrial control applications
   1. Outline the flow of control for an application
   2. Enter the program using either a hand held programmer or computer
   3. Test and edit programs
7. Integrate analog I/O devices 
   1. Select appropriate analog I/O devices
   2. Incorporate program code for analog I/O
   3. Use signal conditioning for analog I/O
8. Integrate advanced programming techniques
   1. Use such functions as comparisons, shift registers, and mathematical calculations
   2. Use custom control software with programmable controllers
   3. Incorporate functions of data acquisition and management
9. Utilize network systems
   1. Identify different types of networks
   2. Understand different transmission standards
   3. Setup and configure a network