Aug 25, 2026  
2026-2027 Academic Calendar 
    
2026-2027 Academic Calendar

ELC - 217 Programmable Logic Controllers I

6 Credit(s)
This course introduces focuses on the basic principles of operation and programming of PLCs. Students will apply a PLC to relay replacement, analog, and digital interfacing. PLC operation will include CPU, memory, I/O, branch and latching instructions, timers, counters, sequencers, registers, and data files. Programming practice will incorporate both computer based PLC simulation and real PLCs. 

Prerequisite(s):
  • B- in 1st year courses of Instrumentation and Electrical Automation Technician program, or equivalents. 

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