PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLS

Complete PLC Training Programs Built with Industry Leading Tools & Software 

Hampden’s line of Programmable Logic Control Training Systems offer complete solutions by combining industry leading PLC equipment & software into compact state-of-the-art training
systems. All equipment is securely mounted and prewired to input/output terminals, switches & devices. Students learn to design, connect and debug real-world circuits with instant feedback from actual input and output devices.

Hands-On Experience

All Hampden PLC products provide hands-on experience with interconnection wiring; general programming information; ladder diagram programing; counters; shift registers; LET instructions; IF instructions and specific programming operations including self tests, error messages and codes.

Courseware Overview

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Define what a programmable logic controller (PLC) is and list its advantages over relay systems.

Identify the main parts of a PLC and describe their functions.

Outline the basic sequence of operation for a PLC.

Identify the general classifications of PLCs according to the number of inputs and outputs and the size of memory.

PLC Hardware Components

List and describe the function of the hardware components used in PLC systems.

Describe the basic circuitry and applications for discrete and analog I/O modules, and interpret typical I/O and CPU specifications.

Number Systems and Codes

Define the decimal, binary, octal, and hexadecimal numbering systems and be able to convert from one numbering or coding system to another.

Explain the BCD and Gray code systems.

Define the terms bit, byte, word, least significant bit (LSB) and most significant bit (MSB) as they apply to binary memory locations.

Describe the purpose of the encoder and decoder integrated-circuits (IC).

Fundamentals of Logic

Describe the binary concept and the functions of gates.

Draw the logic symbol, construct a truth table, and state the Boolean
equation for the AND, OR, and NOT functions.

Construct circuits from Boolean expressions and drive Boolean equations for given logic circuits.

Convert relay ladder diagrams to logic ladder diagrams.

Basics of PLC Programming

Define and identify the functions of a PLC memory map.

Describe input and output image tables and a typical PLC program scan sequence.

Understand how ladder diagram language and Boolean language are used to communicate information to the PLC.

Define and identify the function of internal relay instructions.

Identify the common operating modes found in PLCs.

Developing Fundamental PLC Wiring Diagrams & Ladder Programs

Identify the functions of electromagnetic control relays.

Identify switches commonly found in PLCs.

Describe the operation of an electromagnetic latching relay and the PLC-programmed  LATCH/UNLATCH instruction.

Compare sequential and combination control process.

Convert fundamental relay ladder diagrams to PLC logic ladder programs.

Programming Timers

Describe the operation of pneumatic on-delay and off-delay timers.

Describe PLC timer instruction and differentiate between a non-retentive and retentive timer.

Convert fundamental timer relay schematic diagrams to PLC logic ladder programs.

Analyze and interpret typical PLC timer logic ladder programs.

Programming Counters

List and describe the functions of PLC counter instructions.

Describe the operating principle of a transitional, or one-shot, contact.

Analyze and interpret typical PLC counter logic ladder programs.

Program Control Instructions

Identify and list override and jump instructions.

Describe the function of immediate input and output instructions function.

Describe the forcing capability of the PLC.

Describe safety considerations built into PLCs and programmed into
a PLC installation.

Data Manipulation Instructions

Define data manipulation and apply it by writing a PLC program.

Interpret data transfer and data compare instructions as they apply to a PLC program.

Compare the operation of discrete I/Os with that of multi-bit and analog types.

Describe the basic operation of a closed-loop control system.

Math Instructions

Analyze and interpret math instructions as they apply to a PLC program.

Create PLC programs involving math instructions.

Analyze and interpret logic ladder programs.

Complete Your PLC Program with Industry Standard Software

H-SLC-500-RS-LOGIC Ladder Logic Programming provides the resources to program the MODEL H-PLC-PP-500 Logic Controls Training System. This CD combines powerful functionality and superior diagnostics. It incorporates the latest technologies to help you maximize performance and save time —an unbeatable productivity tool.

Drag & Drop Editing—Simply click, drag and drop to place instructions on any number of desired rungs. A powerful ASCII editor is also included. Edit multiple rungs simultaneously using the Program Editor and correct program errors quickly and easily with the included Project Verifier utility.

H-SLC-500-RS-VIEW 32

Visual Graphics
Development System

Animate data values, bargraphs, vessel fills and color change etc.

Embedded Trend Animation—Trend up to 16 process variables per animation.

Visual Action/Reaction System—Link
actions together in logical expressions to trigger one or more reactions. Alarming, product interaction, download values and displays are operated through this system.

Alarming System—Integrated into Visual Action/Reaction System.

Product Interaction—Includes methods of interacting with other applications.