Programmable Logic Controllers: Industrial Control

A Complete, Hands-on Guide to Programmable Logic Controllers

Programmable Logic Controllers: Industrial Control offers a thorough introduction to PLC programming with focus on real-world industrial process automation applications. The Siemens S7-1200 PLC hardware configuration and the TIA Portal are used throughout the book. A small, inexpensive training setup illustrates all programming concepts and automation projects presented in the text. Each chapter contains a set of homework questions and concise laboratory design, programming, debugging, or maintenance projects. This practical resource concludes with comprehensive capstone design projects so you can immediately apply your new skills.

COVERAGE INCLUDES:

• Introduction to PLC control systems and automation
• Fundamentals of PLC logic programming
• Timers and counters programming
• Math, move, and comparison instructions
• Device configuration and the human-machine interface (HMI)
• Process-control design and troubleshooting
• Instrumentation and process control
• Analog programming and advanced control
• Comprehensive case studies
• End-of-chapter assignments with odd-numbered solutions available online
• Online access to multimedia presentations and interactive PLC simulators

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Introduction to PLC Control Systems and Automation
Chapter 2. Fundamentals of PLC Logic Programming
Chapter 3. Timers and Counters Programming
Chapter 4. Math, Move, and Comparison Instructions
Chapter 5. Device Configuration and the Human-Machine Interface
Chapter 6. Process-Control Design and Troubleshooting
Chapter 7. Instrumentation and Process Control
Chapter 8. Analog Programming and Advanced Control
Chapter 9. Comprehensive Case Studies
Appendix: Siemens Cooperates with Education