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.
Approved By: Bullock, Quintin Date Approved: 04/21/2016
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