Introducing

bekc 3653
PLC & Automation
By Nurdiana binti Nordin

Nurdiana binti Nordin

29 years

About me

B. Eng in Mechatronics (HONS) IIUM, Malaysia (2006)

M.Sc in Mechatronics, Universitt Siegen, Germany
(2010)
Married + 5 years old daughter
Office : 06-5552316
Mobile : 016-2256505
Room : A2-16

Learning outcomes
and what can you expect this semester

Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the subjects,
students are able to:

Explain what PLC is

explain the principles and fundamentals

of programmable logic controller (PLC)
and elements of automations system

execute PLC programs using the

common programming languages used
in industrial applications

perform proper connections between

PLC and input/output field devices.

design a basic automated PLC based

system consists of software and
hardware.

demonstrate communication skill

through team work activities effectively

Execute PLC programs

Design system
Communicate
effectively

Lecture contents

Todays Lecture
PLC historical background
PLC definitions
PLC architecture
PLC Configuration
PLC advantages
PLC size & applications
PLC brands
PLC at FKE, UTeM

Programmable
logic
controller

What is PLC??

Intro to Programmable Logic Controller

(PLC)

PLC = Programmable Controller /

Programmable
Logic Controller

Abbreviation of PC replaced by PLC

PLC is a specialized computer designed for use

to
control machine and processes in industrial
environment

Intro to Programmable Logic Controller

(PLC)

PLC applications are found in both

process and
discrete manufacturing industries.

PLC replaced hard-wired controller

(relays, coil,
counters, timers, etc.)

Principle Operation
Replaced
the using
of
conventi
onal
relay/coil/
counter/ti
mer
hardware

Historical background

Mid 1960s: replacing relays with minicomputer in

machine tool controls (Richard Moley, Bedford
Ascc.)
1968 first specifications written for programmable
controller, MODICON Model 084 incorporated

1977 Goulds PLC Division, GM Corporation

1980s micro PLC introduced, microprocessor

technology

Mid 1990s nano PLC invented, much smaller &

cheaper

Definition
a digitally operating electronic
apparatus which uses a programmable
memory for the internal storage of
instructions for implementing specific
functions such as logic, sequencing,
timing, counting and arithmetic to
control, through digital or analog
input/output modules, various types of
machine or processes
by NEMA (National Electrical Manufactures Association)

Definition
as a microprocessor-based
controller that uses stored
instruction in programmable
memory to implement logic,
sequencing, timing, counting, and
arithmetic control functions for
controlling machines and processes

C Architecture

Basic Architecture
PLC System

ENGG3490: Mechatronics W07. Addapted From Programmable Logic Controllers By F. D. Petruzella, McGraw-Hill

90: Mechatronics W07. Addapted From Programmable Logic Controllers By F. D. Petruzella, McGraw-Hill

PLC Architecture

ns

and mix them in any way

you desire.
ENGG3490: Mechatronics W07. Addapted From Programmable Logic Controllers By F. D. Petruzella, McGraw-Hill

PLC Configurations
Fixed

I/O Configurations
Modular I/O
When a module
slides
lid into
i
the
h
rack, it makes an
electrical
connection with a
series of contacts
- called the
backplane The
backplane.
backplane is
located at the rear
of the rack.

Modular

able Logic Controllers By F. D. Petruzella,

McGraw-Hill
9
ENGG3490:
Mechatronics W07. Addapted
From Programmable Logic Controllers By F. D. Petruzella, McGraw-Hill

Divided into several

compartments in which
modules can be plugged
Modules slides into rack,
making electrical connection
through a backplane

10

Typical of small PLCs

Processor & Ios
packaged
together
5
with no removable
units
Less flexibility

Advantages
i. increase reliability, less hard wired
ii. more flexibility, programmable, less space
iii. lower cost
iv. communications capability
v. faster response time, real time application
vi. easier maintenance & trouble shoot

PLC vs. PC

Sizes
Size of PLC depending on functionality, cost, physical
size and I/O numbers
Size
Large
Medium
Small
Micro
Nano

I/O Count
> 1024
< 1024
< 256
32
16

Application
Major types of application:
1)Single-ended
2)Multitask
3)Control management

Application : Single
Ended

Involves one PLC

controlling one
process

Stand-alone unit PLC

Usually requires a
small or nano PLC

PL
C

Proce
ss

Application : Multitask
One PLC controlling
several processes Proce
Proce
ss 2
ss 1

Sub-system of a
larger
PL
process
C

Communicates with
central PLC

Usually requires for

medium size PLC

Proce
ss 3

Proce
ss 4

Application : Control
Management

One PLC control

PLC1
several others PLC
Proper data
communication App
s1
and
program
Requires large sizeApp
of
s2
PLC

PLC2
App
s
3
App
s
4

PLC3
Apps
5

Apps
6

Applications

Widely adopted in
manufacturing & industrial
process

Applications

Used for both continuous and discreet application

PLC Brands
Allen Bradley

PLC Brands
Siemens

PLC Brands
Omron

PLC Brands
Mitsubishi

PLC Brands
Keyence

PLC Brands
National Instruments (PAC)

PLC at FKE UTeM

OMRON PLC CQM1H Training Set

16 sets, located at Makmal PLC &

Kawalan Proses, FKE, UTeM
Consists of:
CPU
Memory Unit
I/O Module
Input : 16 number (0 -15) , DC
Output : 16 number (0 -15 ),
DC & AC
Programming device
Hand console (hardware) &
CX programming (software)
Power supply

PLC Project

My 2 cents