Introduction and Intermediate Programmable Logic Controllers

This course cartridge for Introduction and Intermediate Programmable Logic Controller contains material for a non-credit course designed as an introduction to programmable logic controller systems. Participants learn what programmable logic controller systems are, how they work, and how they can be used to control various processes and machines. This course is taught in a hands-on environment, featuring the Allen-Bradley ControLogix and MicroLogix, and SLC systems. Even though the course utilizes Allen-Bradley products, the course covers topics that are universal to the use of PLC's in the field.
Date:
2015-06-17
Primary Material Type:
Hybrid/Blended Course
Other Material Types:
Hybrid/Blended Course
Institution:
Pueblo Community College
Project Name:
COETC-Colorado Online Energy Training Consortium
Funding Source:
TAACCCT Round 1
Subjects:
Programmable Logic Controllers, PLCs, Electricians, Industrial Electricity, Pueblo Community College, PCC, Colorado Community College System, CCCS, Colorado Online Energy Training Consortium, COETC, TAACCCT

Industry / Occupation

Industry Partner:
COETC Advisory industry members reviewed course competencies and curriculum
Industry Sector:
Utilities -- Utilities -- Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution (2211)
Occupation:
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations -- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094)

Education / Instructional Information

Instructional Program:
Technology Education/Industrial Arts (21)
Credit Type:
  • Non-Credit
Credential Type:
  • Credential
Educational Level of Materials:
  • 1st year Community College or equivalent
Language:
English (United States)
Interactivity Type:
Mix of Active and Presentation.
Quality of Subject Matter was assured by:
  • Consultations during development of instructional materials
  • Participation as an ongoing member of team developing the instructional materials
Quality of Online/Hybrid Course Design assured by:
  • Expertise of Project's Instructional Designers

Accessibility

Accessibility Features:
  • Hyperlinks Rendered As Active
  • Colors Compatible With Assistive Technology
  • Contrast Ratio of at Least 4.5:1.
  • Non Flickering Content

Copyright / Licensing

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Creative Commons License
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