EGR 104 Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers*

An introduction to the fundamentals of digital logic and to programmable logic controllers (PLCs) in a complex system. Using computer simulations, students explore the role PLCs play within a given system and its subsystems, and they demonstrate PLC functions by writing basic programs and testing them on the actual system. They also apply troubleshooting strategies to identify malfunctioning PLCs and to localize problems caused by PLC hardware. 

3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.