BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY IN INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONIC AUTOMATION WITH HONOURS

For courses in Programmable Logic Controllers where the Allen/Bradley programmable logic controller is the controller of choice. This text emphasizes the Allen Braldley SLC 500 PLC and covers all three Allen Bradley PLC's (PLC 5, SLC 500 and Control Logix). As a result, it is the most comprehensive PLC text available. The primary focus of the text is ladder logic programming, but chapters on switches, sensors, output actuators, process control, industrial networks and three other PLC languages (function block diagrams, structure text, and sequential function charts) are also included.

A programmable logic controllers (PLC) is a real-time system optimized for use in severe conditions such as high/low temperatures or an environment with excessive electrical noise. This control technology is designed to have multiple interfaces (I/Os) to connect and control multiple mechatronic devices such as sensors and actuators. Programmable Logic Controllers, Fifth Edition, continues to be a straight forward, easy-to-read book that presents the principles of PLCs while not tying itself to one vendor or another. Extensive examples and chapter ending problems utilize several popular PLCs currently on the market highlighting understanding of fundamentals that can be used no matter the specific technology. Ladder programming is highlighted throughout with detailed coverage of design characteristics, development of functional blocks, instruction lists, and structured text. Methods for fault diagnosis, testing and debugging are also discussed. This edition has been enhanced with new material on I/Os, logic, and protocols and networking. For the UK audience only: This book is fully aligned with BTEC Higher National requirements. *New material on combinational logic, sequential logic, I/Os, and protocols and networking *More worked examples throughout with more chapter-ending problems *As always, the book is vendor agnostic allowing for general concepts and fundamentals to be taught and applied to several controllers

This unique supplement, available for the first time with Petruzella's Programmable Logic Controllers, 3rd Edition, allows students and working technicians to use powerful simulation software to model and modify PLC operations. The printed manual has simulation exercises that parallel chapters in the text, with illustrations and step-by-step procedures for users to follow. The bound-in CD-ROM provides users a fully functional copy of the LogixPro software..

Programmable logic controllers are microprocessor-based controllers which use programmable memory to store instructions and to implement functions such as logic, sequence, timing counting and arithmetic to control events. The study of these chips is increasingly being incorporated into engineering courses.