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Programmable Logic Controllers (ELN-260)

This course provides a detailed study of PLC applications, with a focus on design of industrial controls using the PLC. Topics include PLC components, memory organization, math instructions, documentation, input/output devices, and applying PLCs in industrial control systems. Upon completion, students should be able to select and program a PLC system to perform a wide variety of industrial control functions.

Credits
Class Credits 3
Lab Credits 3
Clinic Credits 0
Work Credits 0
Total Credit Hours 4
Details
Department

Electronics (ELN)

Prerequisites

Student must have credit for one of the following courses: DCAC Electricity (ELC-112) or Circuit Analysis I (ELC-131)

Offered Fall

Yes

Disclaimer

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