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ETS 1542C - Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers


2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): ETS 1511C and completion of Engineering Technology core requirements; or permission of the Program Director
AA Elective: No
This course introduces students to memory-addressing schemes, sequencers, jumps, forcing, analog, latches, timers, counters, data manipulation, and arithmetic operations to operational programs related to the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) hardware of an Allen-Bradley SLC-500, and 5000 series. Hands-on labs use the Allen Bradley SLC-500 and 5000 series controllers. Sensor interfacing and basic troubleshooting are included.



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