6/28/2019 1:10 AM | |
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Hello surendiran; A very good question, one that each of us here has had to ask from a teacher or colleague at some point. Here is a very general answer that covers the basic requirements, whatever brand pf controller you want to use: https://plcgurus.net/how-to-become-a-plc-programmer/ One of the important sections in the article is "Get Your Hands Dirty Using PLC Hardware And Software". Skill and understanding of the tools you need to solve a control issue are very important both for yourself and your potential employers, and weighs heavier than a diploma when it comes to find a job.. So you should look into procuring either a Starter (training) kit such as the one showed in the attached screenshot, which brings together a small S7-1200 PLC, an operator panel, programming software, manuals and a programming cable in a single package for you to practice on. The S7-1200 is a newer generation of PLC than the older S7-300, so training kits are still available. Or you could assemble a PLC that you prefer (a small S7-300 CPU for example, with memory card, Step 7 v5.x, a PC Adapter cable...). You could then use the following tutorials from Siemens, well documented and with programming instructions and details: S7-300 TUTORIALS : S7-1200 (TIA PORTAL) TUTORIALS: Once you have worked your way into understanding the basics of your controller programming, you should start a small project of your own, controlling the speed of a small motor, opening a door automatically, even simulating street lights, to develop your sense of problem solving. Hope this helps, Daniel Chartier |
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