CX-Programmer Level 1 - In Person

This is a 3-day course that combines the Fundamentals of Omron PLCs & Getting Started with Omron CP Series, CJ Series, and CS Series PLCs. The first day provides an introduction to the components of a PLC, basic terminology, memory structure, and I/O programming is defined. PLC addressing is discussed, as well as numbering systems including binary, BCD, hexadecimal, and decimal. The course objectives include:

Read and convert binary, decimal, hexadecimal, and BCD number formats Diagram a basic PLC system including hardware, CPU, inputs, outputs, and power supply Determine the proper address of inputs and outputs in an Omron PLC Use the CX-Programmer software to communicate to the CJ Series PLC and download/upload programs and I/O tables Create simple ladder diagrams necessary for utilizing software Construct, test and run PLC programs Monitor PLC status online Save and copy programs

Computers are provided to ensure hands-on experience for PLC programming, monitoring, and troubleshooting. This course is intended for electricians, technicians, maintenance personnel, control engineers and individuals who need to understand the basics of PLC operation and basic interpretation of Ladder Diagrams to identify both inputs and outputs. Prerequisites: Basic computer skills are required. Windows 98, 2000, XP knowledge is helpful.