In this animated object, learners examine the parts of a pneumatic power system, including the prime mover, compressor, and receiver tank, and how they function.

In this animated object, learners examine the ratio control method used in automation when two or more ingredients are mixed. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners follow the steps required to perform the Ziegler-Nichols reaction curve process identification procedure.

In this animated object, learners examine the operation of a hydraulic relief valve and its internal components. A brief quiz completes the activity.

The learner will gain an understanding of the modes of axis movement for successful robot programming.

In this animated object, learners examine why and when the Kelvin scale is used. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners examine the factors that contribute to the delays in the response time throughout a closed-loop system.

In this animated object, learners examine the operation of a closed-loop system that maintains the speed of a conveyer belt as heavy boxes are placed or removed.

In this animated object, learners examine the operation of a capacitive proximity sensor. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners study the method of cascading two or more PLC timers to extend their time capacity.

In this animated activity, learners examine the operation of an ultrasonic sensor and the procedure to perform zero and span adjustments. A brief quiz completes the object.

In this animated object, learners study the drawbacks of a single-loop armature of a DC motor and the advantages of a multi-loop armature.

Learners view animations showing how electrical signals are applied to the coils of a stepper motor to perform microstepping. A short quiz completes the activity.

Learners examine how a ladder logic circuit becomes latched when a normally open pushbutton is momentarily pressed.

Learners follow the seven steps involved in the lockout/tagout procedure. This activity has video content demonstrating the safety measures.

Learners examine the operation of positive and non-positive displacement compressors used in pneumatic systems.

In this activity you'll explore how flowchart programs can be converted into pseudocode programming.

Learners observe the four functions of oil in a hydraulic system.

Learners examine the two methods used by programmable logic controllers to perform a counting operation using addition or counter instructions. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners examine the three steps of a processor scan cycle.

This interactive object is designed to help learners memorize the schematic symbols used in ladder logic diagrams. Learners quiz themselves using electronic flashcards.

The learner will understand how a zener diode maintains a constant voltage as the resistance values of a load change.

Learners consider the correct type of pushbutton to use as a Stop button, the way the Stop button should be hard wired, and the PLC input instruction to use. This animated object includes a short quiz. It is recommended that learners review the learning object “The PLC Examine-Off Instruction” before beginning this object.

Learners study the most common ways to measure fluid flow for industrial processes including absolute quantity, percentage, volumetric flow rate, and mass flow. A brief quiz completes the activity.

In this animated learning object, students examine the addresses of PLC elements and how they pertain to I/O connections and internal memory files.