Course: PLC Systems credits: 4

Course code
ELVH17GPLC
Name
PLC Systems
Study year
2020-2021
ECTS credits
4
Language
Dutch, with parts in English
Coordinator
P. Noordhuis
Modes of delivery
  • Lecture
  • Practical / Training
Assessments
  • PLC Systems - Skills test

Learning outcomes

The student is able to choose the right PLC with the help of Codesys and add hardware.
The student is able to write a fully functional program using various programming techniques.
The student is able to simulate a PLC on their own laptop.
The student is able to program in Ladder, FB, ST and SFC.
The student is able to analyze and correct errors.
The student is able to control a frequency inverter using RS485
The student can visualize, both on the laptop and on the HMI.
 

Content

  • overview and applications of PLCs 
  • construction of a PLC, IO modules, CPU, memory
  • programming of a PLC
  • switching algebra , ladder diagrams, Function Blocks ,Structured text , Sequential function diagrams
  • Modbus control and HMI
  • program control and data handling

School(s)

  • Institute of Engineering