Electrical Trades (AAS), Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) Concentration

Upon successful completion of this program, the students will be able to:

1. Apply the principles of operation of a programmable controller including numbering systems, logic and programming.
2. Install, program and troubleshoot programmable logic controllers in accordance with manufacturers specifications and National Electrical Code requirements.
3. Demonstrate the ability to design and safely install electrical branch and feeder circuits in accordance with the National Electrical Code.
4. Students will identify and install electrical materials and components used in three phase power distribution power systems.
5. Apply the priniciples of operation of a programmable controller including numbering systems, logic and programming.
6. Design and install timers instructions for PLC’s.
7. Design PLC  programs that perform given criteria for industrial processes.
8. Install, program and troubleshoot programmable logic controllers in accordance with manufacturers specifications and National ElectricsalCode requirements.
9. Students will demonstrate the ability toi design and safely install electrical branch circuits and feeder circuits in accordance with the National Electrical Code.
10. Students will identify and install electrical materials and components used in three phase power distrubution power systems.