Advanced PLC Programming

Course provided by Model Institute of Engineering & Technology

3 modules

Explore the fundamentals of Cyber Physical Systems

5-6 Level NCrF 

National Credit Framework

90 Hours 

Flexible Learning

Beginner Level 

No prior experience required

Diploma Program

03 Credits

Course Overview

This course introduces learners to collaborative robotics and automation, covering sensors, transducers, servo systems, and mechatronic interfacing. Participants gain hands-on experience in designing robotic manipulators and grippers, applying PLC and digital control logic, and simulating systems using MATLAB-Simulink. The program emphasizes integrating mechanical and electrical components to build efficient, industrial-grade robotic solutions, preparing learners for real-world automation challenges.

Key Learning Highlights

  • Fundamentals of collaborative robotics, sensors, transducers, and servo systems
  • Mechanical-electrical interfacing in mechatronic systems
  • Design and simulation of robotic manipulators and grippers
  • PLC and digital control logic implementation
  • Hands-on practice with MATLAB-Simulink for system modeling and diagnostics

Tools & Platform Used

Learning Outcome

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Understand the principles of collaborative robotics, sensors, transducers, and servo systems.

  • Analyze and implement mechanical-electrical interfacing in robotic and mechatronic systems.

  • Design robotic manipulators and grippers for industrial applications.

  • Apply PLC and digital control logic for automation tasks.

  • Simulate and troubleshoot robotic and mechatronic systems using MATLAB-Simulink.

Master the course with just 3 Modules

This course covers the fundamentals and practical aspects of robotics and mechatronic systems. Module 1 introduces sensors, transducers, and feedback systems, explaining their roles in robotic systems, different types of transducers, and signal conditioning techniques. Module 2 focuses on servo systems, PLC architecture, and digital interfacing, including actuator overview and ladder logic fundamentals. Module 3 integrates robotics engineering and mechatronic system design, covering robotic manipulators, gripper mechanisms, system integration, troubleshooting, and real-world case studies on collaborative robots in industry.

Sensors, Transducers, and Feedback Systems
  • Understand the role of sensors in robotic systems

  • Explore types of transducers: position, force, proximity, temperature

  • Learn feedback principles and sensor signal conditioning

  • Overview of servo motors and actuators for robotic control

  • Learn PLC architecture and ladder logic fundamentals

  • Understand digital interfacing techniques with sensors and actuators

  • Design and analyze robotic manipulators and gripper mechanisms
  • Integrate and troubleshoot mechatronic systems
  • Study case examples of collaborative robots in industry

Roles

  • Robotics Engineer

  • Mechatronics Engineer

  • Automation Engineer

  • Control Systems Engineer

  • PLC Programmer

  • Industrial Robotics Technician

  • Embedded Systems Engineer

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