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2011-2012 Catalog Archived Catalog
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MECH 1500 - Digital Fundamentals and Programmable Logic Controllers4 sem hrs cr (3 hours lecture-2 hours lab)
This course is a study of basic digital logic and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) in a mechatronics system using the automation system SIMATIC S7-300 and the programming software STEP7. Topics covered will include basic PLC functions and testing; identification of malfunctioning PLCs; and troubleshooting techniques and strategies to identify and localize PLC hardware generated problems. Emphasis is on writing small programs and problem-solving using computer simulations. Prerequisite or Corequisite: MECH 1300 or co-enrollment in MECH 1100, MECH 1200 and MECH 1300.
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