The Advanced PLC Programming Certificate provides the student with enhanced technical skills and knowledge necessary to work with programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
Students entering the program are expected to have a basic knowledge of PLC ladder logic and PLC wiring.
The program emphasizes programming techniques, networking, specialty I/O modules, system troubleshooting and the integration of PLCs with various SCADA and DCS software packages.
Upon completion, students should be able to specify, implement and maintain complex PLC-controlled systems.