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SUMMARY:Siemens S7-1500 Programming with TIA Portal ($2\,400)
DESCRIPTION: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 \nTopics:  \n\nS7 Family Hardware Overview\nTIA Portal Project and Portal Views\nConfiguring the S7-1500 PLC Hardware\nConfiguring a PROFINET Network\nS7-1500 Addressing & Memory\nUsing Various Programming Methods (Linear\, Partitioned\, Structured)\nUsing Basic Instruction Set (Contacts\, Coils\, Timers\, Counters)\nHow To Use Function (FC) & Function Block (FB)\nUsing IEC Functions & Function Blocks\nUsing Libraries\nUsing Simatic Automation Tool\nData Block Usage & Data Types\nUnderstanding the Most Used Organization Blocks\nAnalog Value Processing\nMonitoring Logic & Using Watch Tables\nUse of Trace\nOnline Diagnostics & Troubleshooting\nUse of PLCSIM Simulation Tool\nUsing the Integrated Web Server on the PLC\nUsing a Multi-Instance Function Block (Time Permitting)\n\nPrerequisite: Basic understanding of PLCs \nCourse Length & Time: Three days. 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM \nCost: $2\,400 \nDownload Training Details
URL:https://automation.gogcg.com/event/siemens-s7-1500-programming-with-tia-portal-2400-7-9-26/
LOCATION:Kansas City\, MO Branch – GCG\, 15335 W. 95th St.\, Lenexa\, KS\, 66219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Rockwell to Siemens TIA Portal (FREE)
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on workshop for Rockwell PLC programmers to experience how TIA Portal compares to RSLogixTM 5000. Join us at this hands-on workshop\, presented virtually by a Certified Rockwell / Siemens Solution Partner\, for you to migrate your Rockwell PLC software knowledge to the Siemens TIA Portal programming environment. \nWhat will you learn?  \n\nTIA Portal vs. Studio 5000 layout\, programming aspects and structured environment similarities/differences\nHow to apply your current Studio 5000 programming knowledge to TIA Portal\nHow to start a successful TIA Portal project – leave with this on a flash drive\nHow easy the TIA Portal is to use\, program and understand\nHow to use advanced TIA Portal functions like integrated “no programming” diagnostics\n\nHands-On: Experience first-hand tools and technology You’ll work live and online with the TIA Portal – a single engineering framework for controllers\, distributed I/O\, HMI\, drives\, motion control\, and motor management to provide unparalleled performance and results. \nAgenda \n8:00 AM – 8:30 AM – Check In \n8:30 AM – 12:00 PM – Hands On Workshop \n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM – Lunch \n1:00 PM – 4:30 PM – Hands On Workshop \ntraining workstations and materials are provided during workshop \nCourse Length & Time: One Day. 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM \nCost: FREE \nDownload Training Details
URL:https://automation.gogcg.com/event/rockwell-to-siemens-tia-portal-free_7-9-26/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids\, MI Branch – GCG\, 2660 Horizon Dr. Suite 130\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,SIPEC
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