EEM 251 - Programmable Controllers

Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Credits: 3

Description: This course is an introduction to programmable control systems with emphasis on basic programming techniques. A variety of input/output devices and their applications are covered.

Prerequisite(s): Take EEM 151.

Course Topics:

Safety
History of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
Overview of a PLC System
Intro to Programming Languages/Software
Manipulating Field Devices with a PLC

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website

Required Materials:
CAMIT Basic Toolkit which is normally purchased for EEM 117.

Grading System:
A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:

Implement AND, OR, or NOT logic to solve a problem.
Translate gate logic into ladder logic.
Describe digital and analog inputs and outputs.
Identify the connections to a PLC using electrical prints, electrical diagrams, or field wiring diagrams..
Design and implement ladder logic program utilizing the applicable software.
Identify in a PLC environment data types of bits, nibbles, byes, and words.

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Official Course Syllabus
2024-2025