Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers

This book offers an introduction to programmable logic controllers. It is a comprehensive source where the beginner can learn what a programmable logic controller is, how it works, programming, editing, PLC interface, I/O module selection and PLC hardware configuration. The extensive review questions at the end of each chapter and over 40 hands-on lab manual exercises give users the tools to learn the topic at hand. Features: -state-of-the-art information on PLC's -thorough coverage of Allen-Bradley SLC 500 series controllers -extensive review questions insures the reader has a solid grasp of materials presented in each chapter -hands-on exercises allow the reader to learn by doing -current product photos and illustrations aid the visual learner ALSO AVAILABLE Lab Manual,ISBN: 0-8273-7867-X INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDER Instructor's Manual, ISBN: 0-8273-7868-8

Gary Dunning received his BA at the University of Minnesota. Mr. Dunning has taught twenty six classes on Programmable Logic Controllers; and currently teaches at Hennepin Technical College.