PLC 5 Training and SLC 500 Training. The Basics.

Name: PLC 5 Training and SLC 500 Training. The Basics.
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How to program and maintain a PLC 5 and an SLC 500 PLC system.

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Created byJeff Sharman

Last updated 4/2025

English

What you'll learn

You will learn how to set up a PLC5 and SLC500 from scratch.
The ladder logic programming rules in PLC5 and SLC500.
How to configure physical inputs and outputs on both platforms.
You will learn how to complete and implement a project right through to commissioning.

Course content

6 sections • 27 lectures • 3h 2m total length

Personal Introduction.1:37
This is an introduction to put a face to the voice.
Introduction.2:51

The Basics of Control Systems.6:52
This is just a refresher and a short history lesson explaining the early days of process control.
PLC 5 Hardware Components.7:21
All the components of the PLC 5 system are explained to you. After this, you will know how everything fits together.
PLC 5 Software and Hardware Addressing.13:01
This is a very important part of the course, in particular hardware addressing. It is quite different from other PLC's.
Summary. Control systems and Hardware.4:47
This is just to summarize some of the items covered in the lessons in this section.
Know Your Basics. Control Systems, Hardware and Software.

Setting the Dipswitch and Jumpers on the Chassis and Controller.10:01
Setting the jumpers and dipswitches is very important. This will show you how.
Navigating the Software.6:41
Software navigation explained.
Navigating the Software. Demonstration.10:43
This will show you actual procedures and they are used when creating your project
Software Summary3:47
Just a recap covering the main aspects of PLC5 and SLC500 software.
Know your Hardware Settings and Software Navigation.

Basic Bit Instruction Programming as used in PLC5.6:12
Here you will learn how to add Bit instructions to the ladder logic routine. The different methods used for programming and the way a ladder routine is scanned.
Demonstration. Basic Bit Instruction Programming as used in PLC5.7:39
This lesson will show you very clearly the procedures for PLC5 ladder programming.
Explanation of a Timer Instruction.8:46
Here you will learn the different timer components and how they can be used in your configuration.
Explanation of a Counter instruction.5:16
This will explain the workings and components of a Counter and how it can be used.
Demonstration. Timers and Counters.7:49
In this lesson, you will learn exactly how to configure and use a timer and a counter.
Explanation of Comparison Instructions.4:06
You will learn how to use and configure these instructions and feel confident when to use them.
Demonstration. Comparison Instructions.5:32
This lesson shows you the configuration procedure for Comparison instructions
Configuring Math's Instructions7:36
This lesson will show you how and when to use math's instructions in your project.
Demonstration. How to Configure Math's Instructions in your project.7:49
See a practical demonstration of instruction configuration and use.
Configuring and Using Program Control Instructions.7:27
Learn how and when to use the different program control instructions.
Demonstration. Using Program Control Instructions.9:51
See these instructions configured and working.
Ladder programming Summary.10:22
This will help you recall important aspects of the programming in PLC5 and SLC500.
Programming Quiz. Know your Elements.

Requirements

There are no real pre requisites necessary, but it is advantageous if you are computer literate and familiar with electrical and instrumentation terminology.

Description

Due to many requests, I have decided to create a course covering the PLC 5 and SLC 500 PLC systems. The Basics. and it is for any of you who are still using and maintaining these systems even though they have been around for many years now. Some users simply love them and won't change systems unless they really have to.

My name is Jeff Sharman and I shall be your instructor during this training. I have had many years of practical experience in all aspects of PLC's, Instrumentation, and Control Systems as well as training both face to face and Online. I have travelled extensively throughout Africa and the Middle East both in a training and client support capacity. I also possess a SAQA Further Education and Training Certificate: Measurement, Control and Instrumentation. This is South African but recognized in many countries internationally.

I have been privileged to meet some of the most amazing people from all over the world. Lots of humourous moments also.

The course will start by giving you a general introduction to all the aspects that will be discussed.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course, PLC 5 and SLC 500 Training. The Basics is designed for anyone already in the PLC and Instrumentation field, and wishes to learn PLC's right from the early days. Maybe they are being used in your operation even though they have been around a long time.
For anyone who just wishes to enhance their knowledge.

Listed below are some of the topics I will cover with you in this course.
Identifying the hardware components in both systems.
Setting up communications.
The software system.
Addressing in both systems.
Programming ladder. The rules.
Programming bit instructions.
Programming timers and counters.
Program flow

This is just a short description of some of the things you will learn in this course. There is a lot more in addition to this.

There are a number of quizzes that you can complete after each section to help you reinforce your knowledge and gain confidence.

Once you finish the course, you will receive a certificate of completion.

The majority of the course consists of video tutorials where I will explain all the different aspects of PLC5 and SLC500 Systems and demonstrate how it can be used.

The more you understand, the better you will be,

So if you are really serious about learning, Enroll Today.

Who this course is for:

Instrument mechanics and technicians, Electrical technicians, Engineering personnel, Trainee personnel in the electrical and instrumentation fields, Software and Networking specialists

PLC 5 Training and SLC 500 Training. The Basics.

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Introduction2 lectures • 4min

PLC 5 Components and Addressing4 lectures • 32min

PLC5 Chassis Setup and Exploring the Software.4 lectures • 31min

Communication Setup and Project Creation.3 lectures • 13min

PLC5 and SLC500 Ladder Programming12 lectures • 1hr 28min

Applying Documentation and Searching.2 lectures • 13min

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