PLC Programming Course Using Siemens S7-1200
Course Overview
This course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of PLC programming using the Siemens S7-1200,
focusing on TIA Portal for development. The course is structured to take learners from the basics to intermediate
programming concepts with practical applications.
Module 1: Introduction to PLCs and Siemens S7-1200
- Conventional Methods of Automation other than PLCs
- Intro to PLCs (History, Role in Industrial Automation and Advantages of PLCs)
- Overview of Siemens PLC Families (S7-1200, S7-1500, etc.)
- PLC Architecture and Sub-Units
- PLC Memory Types (Storage Memories)
- PLC Memory Concept: (Load Memory, Work Memory, System Memory and Retentive Memory)
- Understanding the PLC Scan Cycle (Startup Cycle, Processor Scan Cycle, Housekeeping)
- Overview of IEC 61131-3 Programming Languages
Module 2: Hardware and Wiring Basics
- Architecture and components of the Siemens S7-1200 (CPU/Processor, I/O Modules, Signal Boards, Power Supply,
Communication Modules)
- Understanding Field Devices: Sensors (Digital and Analog | 2, 3 and 4 wire Sensors (PNP and NPN)) and Actuators
(Digital and Analog) | Sinking and Sourcing concepts
- Communication Protocols associated with the S7-1200 PLCs (MPI, Profibus (DP and PA) and Profinet)
- Installation and Wiring of S7-1200 PLC with Input and Output Devices (Digital & Analog)
- Safety Considerations for Wiring PLCs
Module 3: Getting Started with TIA Portal
- Overview of the TIA Portal IDE
- Creating a New Project and Hardware Configuration
- Uploading and Downloading Programs to the PLC
Module 4: Basic PLC Programming
- Introduction to Ladder Logic Programming
- Siemens PLC I/O Addressing and Symbolic Addressing/Tagging concept
- Understanding Bit Logic Operations (XIO, XIC, AND, OR, NOT, XOR, SR Instructions)
- Working with Latching and Interlocking Circuits (Digital Signal Logic)
- Configuring and Using Timers (TON, TOF, TP)
- Configuring and Using Counters (CTU, CTD)
- Use of Comparators
- Hands-on Exercises with Simple Logic Circuits
Module 5: Intermediate PLC Programming Concepts
- Math Instructions
- Creating and Using Data Blocks (DBs)
- Analog Signal Processing: Scaling and Converting Sensor Data (Analog Signal Handling)
- Structuring Code for Reusability (Functions FCs and Function Blocks FBs)
- Best Practices for Debugging and Troubleshooting PLC Programs using TIA portal Diagnostics embedded tools.
Module 6: HMI Integration with WinCC
- Overview of the Siemens HMI Panels
- Introduction to Siemens WinCC for HMI Design
- Creating Basic HMI Screens (Buttons, Indicators, Dynamic Text/Numeric Field, Animations)
- Connecting HMI to S7-1200 via TIA Portal
- Creating Alarms and Notifications for Process Monitoring
- Understanding Recipes
- Trend Views and Data Logging
- User Access Control and Security Features
Module 7: Real-World Applications & Final Project
- Case Studies: PLC Implementation in Manufacturing, Water Treatment, or Conveyor Systems (We will decide on this as
we advance through the course)
- Step-by-Step design for an Automation Project (e.g., Motor Control, Traffic Light System, or Water Level Monitoring)
- Testing and Debugging Real-World PLC Project
- Course Wrap-Up
