50-413-789Programmable Logic Controls 1 for ABC Electricians
Course Information
Description
Course introduces PLC technologies used by construction electricians.  Apprentices will compare equipment, examine installation requirements, explore software, and learn to use ladder diagrams, prints, and schematics.  PLC software related skills are developed. Electrical safety work practices and codes are reinforced.
Total Credits
1
Course Competencies
  1. Examine programmable logic controls software and devices
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Skill Assessment
    Programmable Logic Controllers Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice uses terms accurately
    apprentice applies concepts correctly
    apprentice references resources
    apprentice completes worksheet on time
    apprentice submits worksheet to the instructor for review and approval
    worksheet is complete
    worksheet is accurate
    worksheet is grammatically correct and error free
    worksheet answers are clear and concise
    worksheet answers are neat and readable

  2. Illustrate the function of each major component of a Programmable Logic Controller
    Assessment Strategies
    by creating a drawing with written explanations for each major component of a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
    Programmable Logic Controllers Worksheet
    Criteria
    written explanation describes the function of each PLC component to 100% accuracy
    written explanation summarizes the various types of processor memory modules
    drawing shows each major external component of a PLC
    drawing clearly labels each major external component of a PLC

  3. Differentiate numbering systems used with Programmable Logic Controllers
    Assessment Strategies
    by creating a numbering system matrix
    Programmable Logic Controllers Worksheet
    Criteria
    the matrix shows the different numbering systems down the vertical axis (include at least binary, octal, hexadecimal)
    the matrix shows these headings on the horizontal axis: definition, examples of use, advantages, disadvantages
    apprentice has each intersection on the matrix filled in
    apprentice has information at each intersection that is 100% accurate

  4. Define the fundamental logic gates used with Programmable Logic Controllers
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Skill Assessment
    Programmable Logic Controllers Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice uses terms accurately
    apprentice applies concepts correctly
    apprentice references resources
    apprentice completes worksheet on time
    apprentice submits worksheet to the instructor for review and approval
    worksheet is complete
    worksheet is accurate
    worksheet is grammatically correct and error free
    worksheet answers are clear and concise
    worksheet answers are neat and readable

  5. Enter basic programming instructions into the SLC-500
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Skill Assessment
    Programmable Logic Controllers Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice uses correct addressing procedure
    apprentice uses correct branching instructions
    apprentice outlines sequential and combination control functions
    apprentice can accurately convert relay ladder diagrams to PLC ladder logic diagrams

  6. Program counter instructions into the PLC program
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Skill Assessment
    Programmable Logic Controllers Worksheet
    Criteria
    the counter functions operate as needed (correctly)
    the appropriate counter function is used for the appropriate task

  7. Program timers in the PLC program
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Skill Assessment
    Programmable Logic Controllers Worksheet
    Criteria
    the timing functions operate as needed (correctly)
    the appropriate timing function is used for the appropriate task

  8. Apply the requirements and structure of the National Electrical Code® to electrician job duties and tasks associated with PLCs
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Skill Assessment
    Programmable Logic Controllers Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice uses terms accurately
    apprentice applies concepts correctly
    apprentice references resources
    apprentice completes worksheet on time
    apprentice submits worksheet to the instructor for review and approval
    worksheet is complete
    worksheet is accurate
    worksheet is grammatically correct and error free
    worksheet answers are clear and concise
    worksheet answers are neat and readable