In this animated object, learners examine three data compare instructions used by programmable logic controllers (PLCs). A practical application to show how these instructions are used in an industrial setting is provided.

The learner will understand the importance of following instructions.

The student watches a car move through a city and writes directions based on the car's route.

In this learning activity you'll apply directions to follow when writing clear "how-to" instructions.

The learner will distinguish effective from ineffective approaches to writing instructions.

The learner will identify the types of motion instructions used for programming a robot.

The learner will gain an understanding of how a robot uses welding instructions to perform tasks. This learning activity includes video.

The learner reads step-by-step work instructions and views a drawing for facing and center drilling on a lathe.

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 read work instructions and view a drawing for turning between centers on a lathe.

The learner will identify the steps and proper techniques for installing a wire spool on a welding machine.

In this animated object, learners examine the operation of up-counters and down-counters for a programmable controller. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners examine the animated Timer-On Delay instruction and the Timer-Off Delay instruction of a PLC timer. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners practice revising poorly written directions by applying criteria for giving directions.

In this animated object, learners examine the operation and programming requirements of a PLC Examine-Off instruction. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners examine how a PLC Timer-Off instruction is used in the operation of an automotive paint booth.

Learners examine an animated view of the operation and programming requirements of a PLC Examine-On instruction. A brief quiz completes the activity.

In this interactive lesson, learners read and hear instructions for sending an e-mail. Steps are given for composing an e-mail message and for sending it. Students have an opportunity to write their own messages. A quiz follows the instruction.

Learners follow step-by-step instructions for creating a current-state map to identify how materials and information flow.

Instructions on how to interpret state indicator symbols for input and output terminals of digital devices is presented.