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PLC Learning Tools

  • Hands-On Training Courses - InterConnecting Automation, Inc.

  • Training Videos - InterConnecting Automation, Inc.

  • Training Books, Schools & Organizations

  • Free Online Tutorials - AutomationDirect's Video Learn site



PLC Training

Training courses for PLCs taught by seasoned veteran Doug Bell of InterConnecting Automation, Inc. who has used many of our products to solve difficult, real-world application problems. The three-day classes are held at AutomationDirect in Cumming, Georgia and in other cities nationwide. These hands-on PLC training classes use custom-built panels that contain our D4-450 CPU, a variety of I/O modules, operator panels, and DirectSOFT.

Contents

Introductory PLCs

  • PLC family overview for all DirectLOGIC products
  • Basic PLC theory of operation including CPU, bases, discrete I/O, analog I/O, and communications
  • System configuration techniques
  • Simple RLL programming including timers, counters, drums, basic math, and more.
  • Advanced programming including number conversions, subroutines, RLL Plus, PID theory, etc.

Advanced PLCs

  • Create programs based on specs given to you in class
  • Learn table and pointer commands
  • Wire, program and use Terminator and 205 remote I/O
  • Writing and structuring programs using Stage
  • Debug, diagnose and program PLC over cell phone
  • Networks: serial RS-232 and RS-422
  • Networks: Ethernet
  • Networks: MAC-IP-PLC-Addressing
  • Networks: multiple PLCs
  • Networks: control motor speed from a master PLC to a slave w/motor/encoder setup
  • Networks: using Read and Write commands and network wiring

PID Loops

  • Learn PID short cuts and tools
  • Learn to setup, tune, troubleshoot and debug PID loops.
  • Adjust the gain, reset, rate, and many other PID parameters, to see how they affect the loop
Schedule

PLC Training Schedule


NOTE: AutomationDirect does not set prices or take reservations for these classes. For additional information including course prices, schedules and reservations contact:

InterConnectingAutomation
12154 North Ridge Trail
Hales Corners, WI 53130
Phone: 414-425-8348
Fax: 414-425-8363
E-mail: info@interconnectingautomation.com

Web site: www.interconnectingautomation.com

Instructor

Doug Bell can relate to the day-to-day problems associated with using and troubleshooting PLC systems. He started his career on the factory floor at Crown Cork & Seal, one of the world’s premier suppliers of cans and closure systems. After Crown, he established a successful firm to design and implement control applications, including programming and startup. His qualifications include:

  • 20 years experience in PLC and control system design at more than 45 facilities worldwide.
  • Managed the specification, procurement, programming, site startup and maintenance of automation projects
  • Applications experience includes electronic feeder controls, HVAC controls, automated test stations, coating systems, printing lines, motion control systems, high speed applications, communication systems, device-level network applications, PC-based control solutions, HMI systems ...
  • Experience in training both factory technicians and operations personnel

In the automation and controls business for more than 20 years, Mr. Bell has used both our products and competitive products and now offers training classes at several locations throughout the country.

Doug Bell Training
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Training Videos

Doug Bell of InterConnecting Automation, Inc., offers two PLC video training packages on PLC basics and PLC analog I/O. Both packages include pre-wired hardware trainers. The analog I/O trainer is an add-on to the basic PLC trainer.

PLC Training Books

Here is a list of generic training books that teach some of the basics of PLCs. (Note: we do not sell these books, they are for reference only!)

"Introduction to PLC Logic and Principles"
  • Two DVDs or video tapes showing examples of programming with DirectSOFT. You can get "Hands-On" experience by following along with the instructor who is using the same hardware.
  • Pre-wired PLC trainer using the AutomationDirect DL-05AR PLC with pushbuttons, lights, selector switches and a programming cable ready to plug into your computer
  • A DL-05 Users Manual, which is referred to throughout the video and is great for future reference

Video course content:

  • Basics: introduction, basic wiring, logic AND & OR, sensors, relays, reasons for using a PLC, AutomationDirect PLC families
  • CPU Internals: scan time, addressing, I/O (Xs and Ys), commands
  • I/O: inside the I/O boards, octal addressing, programming methods -- hand-held programmer - DirectSOFT
  • DirectSOFT: getting started, the launch pad, links, offline vs. online programming, maneuvering through & using DirectSOFT, creating and editing rungs
  • Programming & Debugging: using inputs and outputs, debugging and status mode, PLC commands, troubleshooting

Online Training

Online Automation Training Bulletin
Online Automation
Training Bulletin

Online Training for PLC Based Control Systems.

  • learn at your convenience
  • Save time and money
  • In depth teaching
  • All skill levels

"PLC Analog I/O"
  • Two 2-hour analog training DVDs or videos,
  • firmware upgrade instructional video,
  • a pre-wired analog trainer
  • and DL05 analog I/O module and manual.

PLC Pre-wired Analog I/O Trainer:

  • This unit is a "plug-and-play" add-on to the DL05 PLC Trainer or any existing DL05 PLC.
  • Two 0-10 VDC meters
  • Two 0-5 VDC potentiometers
  • 24 VDC wall-mount power supply
  • DL05 analog combo module, plus prewired cable from the trainer to the module, ready to plug into your DL05 PLC trainer or any existing DL05 PLC.

Video course content:

  • Analog I/O principles - voltage, current, thermocouples
  • PLC analog modules - input, output, thermocouple
  • Configuring the analog I/O modules in the PLC
  • DL05 PLC analog tutorial includes configuration, wiring, scaling (standard and nonstandard) and programming, using the potentiometers and voltmeters on the trainer unit
  • Application programming examples, including controlling motor speed with a drive and an analog output card in a PLC


To order the PLC Logic and Principles video or the PLC Analog I/O video, contact:

    InterConnectingAutomation
    12154 North Ridge Trail
    Hales Corners, WI 53130
    Phone: 414-425-8348
    Fax: 414-425-8363

E-mail: info@interconnectingautomation.com

Web site: www.interconnectingautomation.com

  • Programmable Controllers, Theory and Implementation
    Author: L. A. Bryan
    Publisher: Industrial Text Company, Atlanta, GA
  • Fundamentals of Programmable Logic Controllers, Sensors, and Communications, 2nd Edition
    Author: Jon Stenerson
    Publisher: Prentice Hall, Englewood Cliffs, NJ ISBN: 0-13-746124-0
  • Programmable Logic Controllers
    Author: Frank D. Petruzella
    Publisher: Macmillan/McGrawHill, New York, NY
  • Automação Aplicada (Applied Automation)
    Author: Marcelo Georgini
    Publisher: Editora Érica, São Paulo, Brazil
    www.editoraerica.com.br (All examples are based on AutomationDirect PLCs)

Schools and Organizations

Many local technical schools and community colleges offer courses that can help you understand basic principles that relate to PLCs. We would suggest courses in the following:

- Basic Electricity/Electronics
- Industrial Electricity
- Instrumentation
- Programmable Controls
- Microprocessors (optional)

View List of Schools that teach industrial technology courses using AutomationDirect equipment .

There are also other organizations that specialize in offering PLC related information and/or training courses. The Instrument Systems and Automation Society (ISA) offers a wide range of classes that cover many different skill levels.

    Instrument Systems and Automation Society (ISA)
    67 Alexander Drive
    Research Triangle Park
    Raleigh, NC 27709
    Ph. 919-549-8411, www.isa.org

Note: AutomationDirect has not evaluated any classes, instructors, and/or materials provided by any organization listed. Therefore, we are not in a position to recommend one over another.

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Free Online Tutorials - AutomationDirect's Video Learn site

Learn.AutomationDirect.com is an online streaming tutorial site offering training and information on a wide range of practical automation products.

CLICK PLC Tutorials
  • CLICK PLC - Getting Started - Before you begin (4 min 46 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • CLICK PLC - Getting Started - What is a PLC? (8 min 18 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • CLICK PLC - Part 1 - Installing the Programming Software (3 min 43 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • CLICK PLC - Part 2 - Launch the Programming Software (1 min 57 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • CLICK PLC - Part 3 - Creating a Project (2 min 22 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • CLICK PLC - Part 4 - Save and Compile a Project (2 min 39 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • CLICK PLC - Part 5 - Apply Power (3 min 34 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • CLICK PLC - Part 6 - PC to PLC Communications (4 min 2 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • CLICK PLC - Part 7 - Write Project into PLC (2 min 40 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • CLICK PLC - Part 8 - Put PLC in Run Mode (3 min 11 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • CLICK PLC - Part 9 - Test Project Using Data View (3 min 9 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • CLICK PLC - Part 10 - Y001 Output On? (2 min 49 sec) PLAY Tutorial
Productivity3000 Programmable Automation Controller Tutorials
  • Productivity3000: Getting Started - What is a PAC? (7 min 53 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • Productivity3000: Be More Productive - Configuring Part 1 of 2 (8 min 29 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • Productivity3000: Be More Productive - Configuring Part 2 of 2 (8 min 47 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • Productivity3000: Program ready in minutes (2 min 30 sec) PLAY Tutorial
DirectLogic PLC Hardware Tutorials
  • What is a PLC? (Featuring DirectLOGIC series) Length: 08 min 19 sec PLAY Tutorial
  • Selecting A PLC Part 1 of 3 (General PLC Knowledge) Length: 05 min 35 sec PLAY Tutorial
  • Selecting A PLC Part 2 of 3 (General PLC Knowledge) Length: 16 min 04 sec PLAY Tutorial
  • Selecting A PLC Part 3 of 3 (General PLC Knowledge) Length: 17 min 45 sec PLAY Tutorial
  • Remote I/O Part 1, Introduction (What you should know before using Remote I/O) Length: 05 min 08 sec PLAY Tutorial
  • Remote I/O Part 2a, Basics (Covering the basics before using Remote I/O) Length: 06 min 00 sec PLAY Tutorial
  • Remote I/O Part 2b, Basics (Covering the basics before using Remote I/O) Length: 05 min 48 sec PLAY Tutorial
DirectLogic PLC Software Tutorials
  • DirectSoft5 (Navigating DS Launch) Length: 06 min 32 sec PLAY Tutorial
  • DirectSoft5 (Editing DS500ini File) Length: 06 min 01 sec PLAY Tutorial
  • DirectSoft5 (Creating A Link) Length: 04 min 12 sec PLAY Tutorial
Webinars - Pre-Recorded Live Seminars
  • Ethernet Communications PRE-RECORDED Webinar, 6 part series, total viewing time: 55 min 54 sec PLAY Tutorial
  • DirectSoft5 Introduction PRE-RECORDED Webinar, 4 part series, total viewing time: 1 hr 06 min 40 sec PLAY Tutorial
  • DSoft5 Advanced Programming PRE-RECORDED Webinar, 4 part series, total viewing time: 49 min 51 sec PLAY Tutorial
  • CLICK PLC Tour (47 min 35 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • CLICK PLC Analog CPU (35 min 01 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • CLICK PLC Advanced Programming (56 min 40 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • Productivity3000 - Introduction (43 min 53 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • Productivity3000 - Overview (11 min 16 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • Productivity3000 - Hardware (42 min 17 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • Productivity3000 - Software (31 min 07 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • PLC / PAC Programming Tour (57 min 25 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • Productivity3000 - Advanced Programming (53 min 00 sec) PLAY Tutorial
  • Productivity3000 - Advanced Programming II (47 min 57 sec) PLAY Tutorial

All of these video tutorials and webinars plus training videos for our other products can also be found on the AutomationDirect Learn site. learn.automationdirect.com

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