Virtual Classroom Course Description

Ladder Logic Basics & CompactLogix Starter Workstation

Course Purpose

This course will teach you how to write and test basic ladder
logic code and how to employ common programming strategies
and best practices. You will also learn how to select and
program bit, timer, counter, compare, and move instructions.
Examples and labs will use the Studio 5000 Logix Designer
application and a CompactLogix controller; however, the
general ladder logic concepts covered in this course are
applicable to most common programmable controllers.

Prerequisites

A general knowledge of automation, including the general

purpose of a controller, data, and I/O; and the purpose of
common devices like pushbuttons, pilot lights, limit switches,
relays, contactors, and solenoids is required.

Technology Requirements

Course Number: VC-LLB

With the purchase of this course you will receive a
CompactLogix Starter workstation with a CompactLogix
controller.

Registration is required at least 2 weeks before the first session

to allow time for shipping the course workstation.
Session 1: Ladder Logic Basics: If Then Statements
(Pseudocode)
Session 2: Ladder Logic Basics: Ladder Logic Verification
Session 3: Ladder Logic Basics: Common Strategies and Best
Practices
Session 4: Ladder Logic Basics: Timers and Counters
Session 5: Ladder Logic Basics: Compare and Move
Instructions

Who Should Attend

Beginning programmers or individuals who are required to edit

ladder logic should attend this course.

A computer and phone are required. For minimum

computer requirements for the virtual classroom tool,
please visit: http://support.webex.com/support/systemrequirements.html
CompactLogix Starter Workstation (with a
CompactLogix controller shipped to you prior to class)
Studio 5000 Logix Designer software, version 21,
must be installed and activated. If you dont have the
software, your virtual classroom invitation will provide
details on how to obtain a temporary installation.
Studio 5000 Logix Designer application version 21 has
the following requirements:

Characteristic
Processor
Speed
RAM Memory
Hard Disk Space - Free
Graphic Device

Minimum
Pentium 4
2.8 GHz
2 GB
16 GB
DirectX 9, with
WDDM 1.0 or
higher drive

Recommended
Intel Core i5
2.8 GHz
8 GB
20 GB
DirectX 9, with
WDDM 1.0 or
higher drive

Note: The Studio 5000 Logix Designer application is currently

not supported with Windows 8 operating systems.

Student Materials

You will receive the following course materials:

CompactLogix Starter Workstation (with a CompactLogix
controller) for hands-on practice
Ladder Logic Basics Workbook (in electronic format to print on
your own)
Ladder Logic Basics Procedures Guide (in electronic format to
print on your own)

Hands-On Practice

Your instructor will demonstrate how to perform tasks using Studio

5000 Logix Designer software and a hardware workstation. You
will then be given scenarios that require you to write and enter
code using a specific set of instructions and best practices. You
will also test your code online using the CompactLogix hardware
workstation included in the course materials. The workstation
includes a CompactLogix controller and is yours to keep and use
after the class to reinforce skills learned during training.

Next Learning Level

For instructor-led training related to ladder logic, consider the
following course:
CCP143 Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 3:
Project Development

Course Length

Each session = 120 minutes

Virtual Classroom Learning Activities and Features

Rockwell Automation Virtual Classroom training is delivered by a
live instructor using a blended learning style, which includes a
combination of PowerPoint presentations, video, and/or
animations, as well as interactive practice. Courses can include
various learning activities and features:
Polls/surveys
Group and private chat
White board
Desktop sharing
Passing control to students
Break out rooms for small group discussion
Check knowledge through testing

COURSE AGENDA
Session 1: Ladder Logic Basics: If Then
Statements (Pseudocode)

Review of basic logic flow

Converting scenarios to if then statements
Converting if then statements to simple rungs

Session 2: Ladder Logic Basics: Ladder Logic

Verification

Entering ladder logic into software

Downloading a project
Monitoring the ladder logic
Tying the alias to an existing address

Session 3: Ladder Logic Basics: Common

Strategies and Best Practices

Applying bit instructions

Applying common ladder logic strategies
Selecting a class of instruction categories

Session 4: Ladder Logic Basics: Timers and

Counters

Selecting and integrating timers

Selecting and integrating counters
Integrated hands-on practice

Session 5: Ladder Logic Basics: Compare and

Move Instructions

Selecting and integrating compare instructions

Selecting and integrating move instructions
Combining compare with move instructions
Integrated hands-on practice

To Register

To register for this or any other Rockwell Automation

training course, contact your local authorized AllenBradley Distributor or your local Sales/Support office for
a complete listing of courses, descriptions, prices, and
schedules.

Important Registration Information

IACET CEUs
Each session = 0.2 CEUs

Publication GMST10-PP478H-EN-E October 2014

This course includes a CompactLogix Starter

Workstation that will be shipped to you after you enroll.
Due to shipping lead-times, you must register for this
course at least 2 weeks before the first session.

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