Programmable Logic Controllers Syllabus for 2023-2024
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Course

ELMT-1301-001 Programmable Logic Controllers

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: IEIR 1310 - minimum grade of C

Course Description

An introduction to programmable logic controllers as used in industrial environments including basic concepts, programming, application, troubleshooting of ladder logic, and interfacing of equipment.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

 

HANDYMAN~IN~YOUR~POCKET
Young/Glover
Published by Sequoia
ISBN #1-885071-29-9
 
Programmable Logic Controllers 4th edition
Max Rabiee
Goodheart-Willcox Company Publishers
ISBN #978-1-64925-986-8  5th edition
 

Supplies

Basic tool kit with diagonal wire cutters, wire stripper, screwdrivers, multimeter

Thumb drive

Three ring binder.

Graph paper

Technical screw drivers needed to manipulate the small screws used in the PLC terminals.
Lap Top
*Handles and shanks should be insulated when possible
Substitutions and combinations of items are up to individuals
All tools should be marked for identification!
 

Student Performance

Programmable Logic Controllers

1. Explain terminology

2. Select hardware components

3. Predict PLC operation based on ladder logic diagrams

4. Program a PLC to perform various control functions and hard wire devices to operate live circuits

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

 

Shop Policy
Read safety handouts provided, use common sense, maintain safe shop practices, keep your Lab clean, and orderly. Keep all safety shields/guards, and equipment in place at all times. Notify your Instructor of faulty wiring/equipment, worn or damaged tools, or missing parts. No horseplay is allowed whatsoever. Academic disciplinary measures will be promptly administered to offending person(s). Please help the Instructor to maintain order so that he can be free to use your time for more effective teaching, and less time housekeeping. We all can enjoy the benefits of an effective and conducive learning environment. Remember to use your safety glasses when entering the shop area. Always perform proper Lock-out / Tag-out.
 
Tools, Equipment, and Clothing
Students shall wear appropriate clothing to perform any work task assigned. Tools and equipment specified for this class and any recommended preliminary class in the Nondestructive Testing and Evaluation curriculum are to be furnished by the student. Failure to dress for work or bring needed equipment may count as an absence. All tools should be properly used and cared for, thus allowing for longevity and safety of both the user and the tool.
 

Amarillo College Technical Education Code of Professional Conduct

 

Amarillo College has the responsibility to provide you with the education, training and "hands on" practice to become a professional in your chosen field.  The instruction, equipment, facilities and apparatus are provided for your use.  Studying, practicing and learning are required by you.

 

As a participating student in Amarillo College Technical Programs, you will be expected to act, perform and train in a professional manner.  The following rules and guidelines are to be followed by everyone.

 

Attendance:

 

Unless it is an emergency, it is highly recommended that you do not miss class. Recovery of missed information will be the responsibility of the student. Class begins at the scheduled time. If you are not in your seat in class or at the designated location during laboratory exercises, you will be counted as tardy. The student will be required to show an acceptable understanding of the topic(s) covered during their absence . Check syllabus for your instructor's policy regarding attendance.

 

Professional Attire:

 

Every student will be required to wear an approved AC logo shirt to both class and lab. Shirts must be ordered through your advisor during the registration period. It is recommended that each student purchase one shirt for every class in which they are registered.

 

Pants will be:

  • clean and well maintained
  • no large rips or tears
  • held at the waist (i.e no sagging)
  • blue jeans or long pants  (no sweats/exercise pants)
  • have no hanging chains/loose strings (safety issue)

 

You are expected to reflect the dignity, pride and respectfulness of an industry professional.  As a representative of Amarillo College's Technical Education Program you shall wear your AC logo shirt while in the classroom and on the training field or in the laboratory .

 

There will be no caps, hats, bandanas, beanies, or hoods allowed to be worn in the building. Lab attire will be determined by your instructor . Please check your syllabus .

 

Your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall be worn when indicated by the instructor in charge during any training, field, or laboratory exercises .  It is your responsibility to keep your equipment clean and in good shape.

 

Required professional attire is mandatory for class and laboratory participation .

 

Tools I  Equipment I Books I Supplies I  PPE:

You must show up to class with the required list of tools/equipment/books/supplies/PPE listed on your syllabus in order to be allowed to participate and earn credit for the day.

Conduct:

 

Due to the importance of maintaining a safe atmosphere in the training field/laboratory environment as well as in the classroom, any disruptive behavior will not be

tolerated . All students are expected to be respectful, courteous, attentive and quiet in order to support the learning environment.

 

There shall be no smoking except in designated areas and during designated breaks.

 

Students shall refrain from the use of abusive or slanderous language.  There is to be no horseplay, fighting, harassment or misconduct by anyone . Any student who uses, has in their possession, or is under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol on campus or at the training field will immediately be turned over to the campus police for appropriate action.  This will be a ZERO tolerance policy with immediate steps taken toward withdrawal from Amarillo College .

 

Anyone who is caught cheating on an exam or quiz will immediately be excused from class and not allowed to return.  This is an Amarillo College rule and will be strictly enforced.  This applies to plagiarism as well.

 

Electronic Devices:

All electronic devices which produce audible sounds must be silenced during class and on the laboratory/training field.  All visual slides and materials are the property of the instructor and may be copyright protected, hence no photocopy is allowed.

 

See the syllabus for your instructor's policy on this matter.

 

Grievances:

Any student who feels that there is a conflict with a course instructor should first make every effort to resolve that matter with the instructor.  If you are unable to resolve differences then you should seek resolution from the immediate supervisor of the instructor or the course coordinator.

 

NOTE:     Compliance with the Amarillo College Technical Education Code of Professional Conduct is mandatory for class participation.

 
 

 

Grading Criteria

 

Course Evaluations:
Students should complete all performance tasks on time at REQUIRED MASTERY LEVEL. Tasks, projects, and various assignments will be scored based on time; accuracy; neatness; completeness; procedure; skill; detail; motivation and attitude; safety practices; clean up; care of manuals, logbooks, and references; and other grading criteria. No task shall be rated until assignment is complete. Complete shall include condition and cleanliness of equipment; clean up of work areas; tool condition and return; all projects, supplies and materials being stored properly. Failure to bring books, notes, notebook, and equipment for a given class may result in a failing grade for that class period.
 
Final (Overall) Grade Policy:

The final overall grade will be computed using the following relevant components:

 
 

 

Participation
Average of sessions
15 sessions
10%
Lab
Average of labs
10
30%
Homework
Average of work
9
20%
Mid-Term Exam
 
1 Exam
20%
Final Exam
 
1 Exam
20%
 
 
Total
100%

 

 
90 – 100  = A
80 -   89  = B
70 -   79  = C
60 -   69  = D
  0 -   59  = F
 
Students are responsible for getting notes from other students when absent. Lab activities will continue on schedule. Individuals will not receive credit for making up activities and there will not be special lab sessions. Some work can be caught up during regular lab times. Missing lab activities may prevent individuals from performing advanced lab exercises for safety and expense reasons.
 

Attendance

 

Attendance in class and lab participation is regarded as a requirement and an obligation for learning. If you are absent your are responsible for finding out what work was missed, securing lecture notes and making up work missed if possible. If you have to miss class or leave early, notify your instructor. If you leave early without permission, you will receive a zero on your participation grade. Any days you miss will result in a zero for your participation grade. Mid-term and final exam days are mandatory and missed exams cannot be made up. 

Calendar

The pace of the class will be determined by my assessments of the progress of the majority.

If the pace is sped up or slowed, this calendar will not be accurate.  

 

Day 1 Aug 21

  • Discuss Syllabus and course plan.  Introduce textbook and its application. 
  • Discuss Chapter 1 Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Overview
  • Review Ladder Logic
  • Read chapters 1 & 2
  • Do Chapter 1 & 2 Review Questions

Day 2  Aug 23

  • Discuss Chapter 2 PLC Selection, Components, and Communication
  • Review Relays, Timers/Ladder Logic
  • LAB 1: LogixPro Relay Logic Introductory Lab
  • Read chapters 3 & 4
  • Do Chapter 3 & 4 Review Questions

Day 3 Aug 28

  • Discuss Chapter 3 Number Systems and Codes
  • Discuss Chapter 4 Input/Output Devices and Motor Controls
  • LAB 2: LogixPro Door Simulation #1 and #2
  • Read Chapter 5 & 6
  • Do Chapter 5 & 6 Review Questions

Day 4 Aug 30

  • Discuss Chapter 5 Creating Relay Logic Diagrams
  • Discuss Chapter 6 PLC Programming
  • LAB 3: LogixPro Door Simulation #3 and #4
  • Read 7 and 8
  • Do Chapter 7 and 8 Review Questions

Day 5 Sept 4

  • Labor Day School Closed

Day 6 Sept 6

  • Discuss Chapter 7 Programming Logic Gate Functions in PLCs
  • LAB 4: LogixPro Silo Simulation # 1, #2 and #3

Day 7 Sept 11

  • Review for Mid-Term
  • Discuss Chapter 8 PLC Timer Instructions
  • LAB 5: LogixPro Intro to RSLogix Timers

Day 8 Sept 13

  • Mid Term Exam
  • Mandatory Attendance/No make ups
  • LAB 6: Traffic Control Lab
  • Read Chapter 9 & 10
  • Do Chapter 9 Review Questions

Day 9 Sept 18

  • Discuss chapter 9 PLC Counter Instructions
  • LAB 7: Introduction to Word Compare Instructions/Traffic Control using Word Compare

Day 10 Sept 20

  • Discuss Chapter 10 PLC Math Instructions
  • LAB 8: Programing and wiring
  • Read Chapter 11 & 12

Day 11 Sept 25

  • LAB 9: Programing and wiring
  • Read Chapter 13

Day 12  Sept 27

  • LAB 10: Programing and wiring
  • Read Chapter 14

Day 13 Oct 2

  • LAB 11: Programing and wiring
  • Read Chapter 15

Day 14 Oct 4

  • LAB 12: Programing and wiring
  • Read 16 & 17

Day 15 Oct 9

  • LAB 13: Programing and wiring
  • Review for final
  • Clean up lab stations

Day 16  Oct 11

  • Final Exam

 

 

 

 

 

Additional Information

Student Conduct/Class Rules

Attendance

  1. There are 16 scheduled sessions. In order to get full grade credit for each session, you must be on time, not leave before dismissed, have your books, tools, and supplies, be an active participant in class discussions and labs, be properly attired (proper uniform shirt that is tucked in, no caps, and etc...), clean up your desk and work station.
  2. Mid-term and Final exam sessions are mandatory attendance sessions. No make up exams.
  3. Home work is due at the first of the following session after is has been assigned. If you are absent when the assignment was made, it is still due at the following session.
  4. Failure to turn in homework on time will result in a 20pt reduction on the homework when turned in at the following session. A paper that is two sessions late will receive a grade of 0.
  5. There are no mid-term or final exam make up tests.

Conduct

  1. Show respect toward you instructor and fellow students at all times.
  2. Cell phones are to be silenced during class. Texting, gaming, taking non-emergency calls, and etc is not permitted. Students who choose not to follow this rule will have the option of surrendering their phone for the class period or leaving the class for the day.
  3. It is permissible to bring in food or drinks into the class room. No food or drinks are allowed in the labs or computer labs. If a student does not pick up and properly dispose of food wrappers, cans, and bottles, then the food and drink privilege will be revoked for all students.
  4. No smoking is allowed on campus. 
  5. No chewing tobacco, dip, snuff, sunflower seeds, or anything else that requires a spit cup.
  6. During class lecture I encourage open discussion; however, when a student asks a direct question to me, I need everyone else to be quite and let me respond. After I have answered the question, anyone wanting to add to or question the answer is welcome to jump in. This fair to all students and will prevent confusion as to what is the proper answer.
  7. Please be considerate of other classes going on in the building and keep your voices down when you are in the hallways during break.
  8. Anyone that causes a disruption will be asked to leave the class.
  9. Bring text book and tools to class every session.
  10. Infractions of any of the above will result in grade reduction for the day and/or disciplinary action.

Syllabus Created on:

08/18/23 9:33 AM

Last Edited on:

08/21/23 4:36 PM