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Enter program control instructions into the PLC program
Assessment Strategies
by programming control instructions
given operating software and a workstation
Criteria
apprentice states their intention and predicts the final result of the control instruction
apprentice incorporates the control instructions with other sub routines
the control instructions perform the function that the apprentice intended
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Enter sequencer and shift register functions into the PLC program
Assessment Strategies
by entering sequencer and shift register functions
given operating software and a workstation
Criteria
apprentice states their intention and predicts the final result of the sequencer and shift register functions
apprentice incorporates the sequencer and shift register functions with other sub routines
the sequencer and shift register functions perform in the manner that the apprentice intended
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Summarize the important installation procedures for a PLC in a typical industrial environment
Assessment Strategies
by creating a chart showing the important installation procedures for a PLC in a typical industrial environment
Criteria
the charts horizontal axis shows each of the "important" installation procedures for a PLC in a typical industrial environment (as defined in class)
the charts vertical axis shows a row for proper grounding, methods to reduce vibration, and enclosure environments
apprentice has the chart completely filled in
apprentice information the chart is 100% accurate
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Apply troubleshooting principles to Programmable Logic Controller programs
Assessment Strategies
by repairing defective PLC programs
given operating software and a workstation
given references used in the field
Criteria
apprentice can locate, or describe exactly how to locate, manufacturer's troubleshooting references for PLC programs
apprentice gives a clear explanation of how the PLC should be functioning when functioning properly
apprentice lists possible causes for a fault and isolates or shows how they would isolate a fault in the PLC program
apprentice explains the program test procedure and completes the actual PLC program correction
apprentice provides an accurate description of the program repair procedure including references and tools required to correct a defective program