Learners study an animated block diagram that describes the function of each element in a closed-loop system used in industrial automation.

In this animated object, learners examine automated manufacturing systems classified as motion control, batch process control, and continuous process control.

In this animated object, learners examine how PLC up/down-counters are used to control an automated parking lot gate.

Learners study the operation and characteristics of an incremental optical encoder used in automated manufacturing applications. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners examine the internal components of an optical encoder used in automated manufacturing applications. A brief quiz completes the animated activity.

In this animated and interactive object, learners examine a heat exchanger as an example of an automated closed-loop system.

Learners examine animations of the most common transmission signals used in automated systems, such as 4 mA to 20 mA, 3 psi to 15 psi, and 0 to 10 volts. A brief quiz completes the activity.