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    Apr 22, 2026  
2026-2027_College Catalog

AIT 210 - Programmable Logic Controller Programming And Troubleshooting


Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 3

Introductory course in Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Ladder Logic programming and troubleshooting PLC connected components and systems. Includes basic Human Machine Interface (HMI) navigation, connecting to a PLC, and program downloading. 

 

Course Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

  1. identify the components of a PLC, the principles of PLC operation, and the main PLC applications;
  2. demonstrate the ability to transfer programs to and from a PLC.;
  3. develop simple PLC ladder logic programs to demonstrate the use of instructions, such as relay, branch, counters, timers, and logic instructions;
  4. install and test a PLC; 
  5. connect an HMI to a PLC;
  6. troubleshoot PLC field device components and system issues by interpreting PLC programs and hardware failures.


Prerequisite(s): AIT 205
Grading Option: Letter Grade only