PLC – Learn Structured Ladder Diagram Programming

Using Grafcet/SFC to design and Ladder Diagram to implement PLC solutions.

Created by: Gregory Brooks
Electrical Automation Instructor

What Will I Learn?

• The 61131-3 standard has Five languages. One of these languages is SFC . SFC is great for programming sequences. But all PLCs do not support SFC.
• All machinery has some type of sequence it performs. You will learn how to implement this sequence in LD, regardless of PLC manufacture or if SFC is supported.
• Learn how to program any vendor's PLC with a structured approach. No more "seat of the pants" or "trial and error" programming.
• Your programs will be maintainable by the 3rd Shift Electronics Technician, no more middle of the night support calls.
• See this technique used on several different PLCs. Along with virtual Plant environments and Simulators.
• Learn where to get a recommended toolset for $3000 for training, and you don't get a toolset when you leave)
• Learn where to get absolutely free PLC programming tools that can be used to learn the Structured Ladder Programming technique taught in this course.

Requirements

• It is assumed that students have previous PLC experience. This course is not for beginners.
• Students will be familiar with Ladder Diagram Programming.

Target audience

• Electrical Technicians and Engineers.
• Electrical Tech or Engineering Students
• Process Control Technicians and Engineers
• Process or Automation Engineers
• PLC Programmers