Introduces Integrated Manufacturing Systems (IMS). Learners will contrast Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Programmable Automation Controllers (PAC) and Personal Computer (PC) programming environments. Typically PLCs are suited for machine control, PACs are bettered suited for complex automation and the PC programming environment offers purpose-built Industrial PCs for manufacturing flexibility. Learners will demonstrate PC programming techniques within the LabView programming environment and practice advanced programming and troubleshooting techniques.

Conditions

Student has completed or is in process of completing all of the following course(s): ELECTROM 10620168 - PLC 5: Industrial Networking

Notes

This course is offered as self-paced learning. Lectures will be offered online. Projects will be completed in the AME lab at the Wausau Campus Room I104. This lab is open Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 8:00am-4:00PM, Tuesday 8:00am-8:00pm and Friday 8:00am-12:00pm. For questions, contact Steve Wittenberg, academic advisor.

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