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.

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

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

In this interactive and animated object, learners study how to wire field devices to a PLC sourcing input module. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners study an animated PLC counting operation and examine how the count is automatically reset.

Learners examine the three steps of a processor scan cycle.

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

Learners examine the counter-reset function of a programmable controller and how it is used.

In this animated object, learners examine the types of information to enter, and the sequence of steps required, to program a programmable logic controller (PLC) timer.

In this animated object, learners examine how to wire field devices to a PLC sinking input module.

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 the sourcing and sinking of conventional current at a PLC output module and the type of field device to which it is connected. This interactive learning object includes six quiz questions.

In this animated object, learners examine how to use a programmable logic controller as an alternative to hardwiring a ladder logic circuit.

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 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 view an animation showing the one-shot operation of a programmable logic controller.

In this animated object, learners study the problems that develop if the scan time of a PLC is too slow.

In this animated object, learners examine the proper way to reset a counter instruction in a programmable controller.

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