Robotic Controllers

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Keywords

Robotics , Automation , PLCs , programmable logic controller

Project

Advanced Manufacturing Education Alliance

Authors

VanRavenswaay, Tim

Date Submitted

2014

Material Type

Collection

Secondary Material Type

Assessment Tool
Assignment
Collection
Drill and Practice
Presentation
Quiz/Test
Syllabus

Institution

Central Lakes College

Industry Partner

This curriculum was developed in partnership with an industry advisory board and reviewed by a third party instructional designer and content expert.

License

CC BY

Funding Source

TAACCCT Round 2

Additional Public Access

Abstract

This course explains the architecture and programming of various controllers used in the industry including PLCs. Students will be introduced to basic controller architecture, microcontroller architecture and programming, programmable logic controller (PLC) architecture and programming, and to basic integration concepts such as wiring, routing, labeling, schematic reading and basic troubleshooting.

Industry (NAISC)

Manufacturing -- Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing (334)

Occupation (SOC)

Architecture and Engineering Occupations -- Electro-Mechanical Technicians (17-3024)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Engineering Technologies/Technicians (15)

Credit Type

Credential Type

Associate Degree

Educational Level

2nd Year Community College or equivalent

Skill Level

Quality Assurance Organization