TIA Portal Programming 2 ($3,850)
2026-11-09 08:30 - 2026-11-13 16:30 (America/Chicago) | St. Louis, MO Branch – GCG, 675 Spirit Valley Central Dr., Chesterfield, MO, 63005, United States
This course is the second in a three-part series which increases skills with Siemens SIMATIC TIA Portal. Students will
learn to leverage the power of TIA Portal software with advanced structured programming techniques. A systems
approach to efficiently programming the S7-1500 and S7-1200 PLCs is covered. Integration and connectivity of
PROFINET IO, HMI, and G120 Drive are the central focus of this course. Programming emphasis centers on Ladder
(LAD) and Statement List (STL) logic, with an introduction to Structured Control Language (SCL) and S7-GRAPH. Both direct and indirect addressing are an integral part of the course.
Topics:

Training Devices and Addressing
Hardware Commissioning
Program Design Methods
Jump and Accumulator Functions
Analog value Processing and Arithmetic
FCs, FBs, and Multiple Instances
Complex Data and Addressing
Optimized Block Accesses
HMI Alarm Messages
System Diagnostics and Error Handling
Introduction to SCL
Introduction to S7-GRAPH
Integration and commissioning a Drive with Startdrive

Prerequisite: TIA Portal Programming 1
Course Length & Time: Four and a half days. 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Cost: $3,850
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Siemens S7-1500 Programming with TIA Portal ($2,400)
2026-11-10 08:30 - 2026-11-12 16:30 | Milwaukee, WI Branch – GCG, N114 W18770 Clinton Dr., Germantown, WI, 53022, United States
This fast paced three day course assumes the student has a basic knowledge of programming PLCs and focuses on how to use TIA Portal Step 7 Professional software to create a complete PLC system. The focus includes configuration of the Siemens S7-1500 PLC hardware, PROFINET configuration, programming using ladder logic and basic diagnostic functions
Topics:

S7 Family Hardware Overview
TIA Portal Project and Portal Views
Configuring the S7-1500 PLC Hardware
Configuring a PROFINET Network
S7-1500 Addressing & Memory
Using Various Programming Methods (Linear, Partitioned, Structured)
Using Basic Instruction Set (Contacts, Coils, Timers, Counters)
How To Use Function (FC) & Function Block (FB)
Using IEC Functions & Function Blocks
Using Libraries
Using Simatic Automation Tool
Data Block Usage & Data Types
Understanding the Most Used Organization Blocks
Analog Value Processing
Monitoring Logic & Using Watch Tables
Use of Trace
Online Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
Use of PLCSIM Simulation Tool
Using the Integrated Web Server on the PLC
Using a Multi-Instance Function Block (Time Permitting)

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of PLCs
Course Length & Time: Three days. 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Cost: $2,400
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Introduction to Siemens TIA Portal PLC/HMI (FREE)
2026-12-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Milwaukee, WI Branch – GCG, N114 W18770 Clinton Dr., Germantown, WI, 53022, United States
Join this comprehensive workshop for an in-depth exploration of Siemens PLC and HMI solutions. Engage in practical, guided exercises utilizing TIA Portal STEP 7 and WinCC Unified software, enhanced with demonstration hardware to solidify your understanding and application skills.

S7-1200/1500 Automation System Overview: Gain detailed insights into Siemens’ advanced PLC systems.
TIA Portal Programming Environment: Discover the intuitive and powerful environment for programming Siemens PLCs.
Integrate Siemens Unified Comfort Panel: Learn seamless integration methods to create intuitive and efficient interfaces.
Experience the Benefits of a Totally Integrated Automation System: Realize how an integrated approach enhances efficiency and performance.

Prerequisite: None
Format:

Presentation and Hands-On
Interactive demonstrations with actual hardware

Course Length & Time: One day. 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: Free
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Introduction to Siemens TIA Portal PLC/HMI (FREE)
2026-12-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Appleton, WI Branch – GCG, 1049 N Lynndale Dr, Appleton, WI, 54914, United States
