Foundations of Micro850 PLC Programming

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Unlock the power of industrial automation with the Micro850 PLC Programming course. Designed for those looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of programming, this course dives deep into the fundamentals of ladder logic, timers, counters, arithmetic instructions, and real-time data handling. By the end of the course, you will be equipped to tackle real-world automation challenges and leverage the full potential of the Micro850 PLC system. Throughout the course, you’ll begin with an introduction to the Micro850 PLC hardware and Connected Components Workbench (CCW) software, followed by a thorough walkthrough of PLC programming basics. You will explore ladder programming, starting with bit-level instructions, progressing to more complex timers and counters, and implementing Boolean algebra. Then, dive deeper into more advanced concepts like function block diagrams (FBD), real-time clock management, and data operations like FIFO/LIFO instructions. As you advance, hands-on exercises will help you solidify your knowledge, using both simulators and real PLCs to develop practical, industry-relevant skills. The course also introduces you to working with simulation tools such as FACTORY I/O, making the learning experience immersive and application-focused. This course is ideal for beginners and intermediate learners interested in industrial automation. No prior programming experience is required, though familiarity with basic computer systems can be helpful. Whether you’re aiming to enhance your career in automation or kickstart your journey in PLC programming, this course will provide a robust foundation in the field. By the end of the course, you will be able to confidently program the Micro850 PLC, understand and apply ladder logic, work with timers, counters, and other arithmetic instructions, and create real-time automation solutions using FBD. You will also develop skills to troubleshoot, simulate, and optimize PLC programs in an industrial setting.