Table of Contents

1 Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs): An Overview
2 PLC Hardware Components
3 Number Systems and Codes
4 Fundamentals of Logic
5 Basics of PLC Programming
6 Developing Fundamental PLC Wiring Diagrams and Ladder Logic Programs
7 Programming Timers
8 Programming Counters
9 Program Control Instructions
10 Data Manipulation Instructions
11 Math Instructions
12 Sequencer and Shift Register Instructions
13 PLC Installation Practices, Editing, and Troubleshooting
14 Process Control, Network Systems, and SCADA
15 ControlLogix Controllers

About the Author

Frank D. Petruzella has extensive practical experience in the electrical control field, as well as many years experience teaching and authoring textbooks. Before becoming a full time educator, he was employed as an apprentice and electrician in areas of electrical installation and maintenance. He holds a Master of Science degree from Niagara University, a Bachelor of Science degree from the State University of New York College - Buffalo, as well as diplomas in Electrical Power and Electronics from the Erie County Technical Institute.