Description
The purpose of this S7 PLC course is to familiarize students with the S7-300 PLC, STEP 7 Software and integrated ProfiBus used in most installed stand-alone applications.
Learning Outcomes
At the conclusion of this class, you will:
Undestand the role of the SIMATIC Manager
Be able to identify S7-300 PLC components
Be able to use LAD/FBD/STL editors
Be able to create simple logic programs
Be able to make simple program changes
Undertand the use of CALL blocks
Understans the use of DB blocks
Be able to create simple FB blocks
Be able to work offline/online
Be able to search for items in the program
Be able to set forces
Be able to upload/download programs
Be able to use available diagnostic tools
Outline
Introduction S7-300 PLC
Hardware Overview
I/O Components
PLC resources
PLC operation
Intro to STEP 7 V5.1 software
Navigating through STEP 7
Debug tools
Hardware configuration
Basic programming functions
Timers and counters
Data handling functions
Calculation instructions
Programming application exercises
Backing up the program
Option modules
Integrated ProfiBus module
TP170 Operator Panel
Duration
24 hours (three days)
Audience
Maintenance electricians, technicians, technologists and control engineers.
Course Material
Each participant will receive their own class binder with all reference material and exercises, so that these can be repeated later.
Hands-On Exercises
Each participant will have the opportunity to work on training simulators and perform required tasks.
