MEC 230 - Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers
Credits: 3
3 Skills Lab Hours
Prerequisites: MEC 208
Description
This course builds on the topics covered in MEC 208 Programmable Logic Controllers 2 (PLC 2) through a series of hands-on exercises performed in the lab. Various types of PLC hardware will be utilized and interfaced with industrial-quality components. Activities will focus on the fundamentals of a complete mechatronics system.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Identify the components and programming of a production system model.
- Adjust basic components in a production system model.
- Modify the PLC program for a production system model.
- Troubleshoot the PLC program for a production system model.
- Operate a production system model.
- Maintain a production system model.
Listed Topics
- Safety
- Siemens PLC
- Pick and place feeding
- Gauging
- Indexing
- Sorting and queuing
Reference Materials
Instructor-approved textbook and materials.
Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals: - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Quantitative and Scientific Reasoning
Approved By: Bullock, Quintin Date Approved: 04/21/2016
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