Basic Concepts of PLC Programming
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Basic Concepts of PLC Programming

180 Skills
Updated Oct 05, 2024

What you'll learn

  • Identify the four steps a PLC performs during operation
  • Define the term input scan
  • Define the term program scan
  • Define the term output scan
  • Identify the symbols representing normally open and normally closed contact relays
  • Identify the two structures used for programming
Course DescriptionIn order for a PLC to control an automated machine or process, it must be given a set of instructions. These instructions, or user programs, tell the PLC what inputs to monitor, how to process the data, and how to respond to the inputs.