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Programmable logic Controllers (Fetac Level 6)

The ESS Ltd. Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) course is a 5 day course which allows learners to achieve a Fetac Level 6 Certification in Programmable Logic Controllers (C30115).

The course is broken down into 3 Units:

Unit 1: PLC Operation

Learners will be able to:
1) Identify the main components in a PLC controlled system,

input board
output board
CPU
Power pack
Program input system

2) Outline the function of each component
3) List the main hardware and software methods of entering and storing PLC programs
4) Intrerpret an allocation list and use to locate components on the system
5) Use an allocation list to determine the condition of the inputs and outputs of the PLC
6) List the major types of PLC fault

Unit 2: Field Devices

Learners will be able to:
1) Complete the following tasks:

push buttons
levers
trip rollers
reed switches
inductive sensors
capacitive sensors
photo-cells
relays and contractors

2) Recognise the standard circuit symbols for these devices
3) Outline the operation of these standard field devices
4) Test the operation of these input devices

Unit 3: Programming

Learners will be able to:
1) List and explain common logic and switching functions of a PLC

COUNTER
INTERNAL RELAY (FLAG)

2) Identify the ladder logic and statement list symbols for these functions
3) Interpret Ladder and STL programs
4) List common editing functions of a PLC

overwrite
delete
insert
search

5) Use these functions to monitor & alter program elements by means of a programming panel
6) Construct a variety of programs (at least 4) as specified in a (supplied) hardwired circuit
diagram. Combinational circuits should have examples of interlocks and overrides
7) Locate a fault in a PLC system
8) Replace a field device or report a PLC fault
For a detailed description of each unit, please contact Brenda O’Sullivan at bosullivan@essltd.ie

Course Delivery:

The course will be delivered over a 5 day period with the instructor. The course will consist of :

Blended Learning
Laboratory experiments

This programme is a FETAC component (minor) award, certified at Level 6 on the national framework of qualifications.

Fetac Certification

This course is certified by FETAC (Further Education and Training Awards Council). FETAC gives people the opportunity to gain recognition for learning in education or training centres, in the work place and in the community. The FETAC Assessment periods are January, May, August and November. FETAC issue certificates within approx. 3-4 months of each assessment period. Candidates will be issued with a letter showing successful completion of the course while waiting for FETAC Award.

Fetac Assessment

This course will be run as a FETAC Certified course at Level 6. Delegates who wish to achieve a FETAC component certificate will be assessed on;

Structured written questions (Exam at end of course)
Skills demonstration (during the module practical session)

This course is also available as an on-site customised course

Course Cost: €1,300	Duration: 5 days	Date: June 2010
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