Looseleaf for Programmable Logic Controllers (2025 Release)

Programable Logic Controllers makes it easy to learn PLCs from the ground up, and provides an up-to-date introduction to all aspects of PLC Programming, installation, and maintaining procedures. Clearly developed chapters deliver the organizing objectives, explanatory content with helpful diagrams and illustrations, and closing review problems that evaluate retention of the chapter objectives. The text covers the basics of programmable logic controllers in a manner that complements instruction with an RSLogix 500 or RSLogix 5000 platform.

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.