plc traing classes for allen bradely

[white lighting 0]

I am new to the forum and would like to know where I could find a few good choices of training classes to take .I'm new to plc but not to electrical work as I have 11 years experience in the field. I have had some time with micro logix 1400 and control logix but not enough to be proficient at either of them. Any help or direction would be greatly appreciated .

[TimWilborne 108]

I'm a big fan of learning by doing. You say you have had some time with the Micrologix 1400 but do you have one you can play with at home? Do you have the software? Also what are you looking to do with it? Maintain existing systems or build new systems?

[white lighting 0]

I do have the software but I do not have a system that I can mess around with, the one I currently have been using is at work on one of our lines. Right now I am just wanting to be able to maintain and trouble shoot our current system and eventually add or delete component's as needed.

[TimWilborne 108]

I would start off by getting you a PLC to play with. You can find one on eBay or we have several PLC trainers to choose from http://www.theautomationstore.com/plc-trainers/ Also you could setup your PC with RsLogix and RsEmulate to play with. Here is a tutorial on doing that And finally is your company interested in investing in some training? If so I would recommend Ron Beauforts Boot Camp. But only if your company is interested. Otherwise I would play with it a on your own first and see if it is really a fit for you. http://ronbeaufort.com/

[white lighting 0]

ok thank you.

[Scada Tom 0]

The Rockwell Automaton Classes are hands and and very good, but about $1500 a day, held in many locations across the US The advantage is you get away and get training. Yes you could purchase a ML1400 but would your company allow you to sit and learn?

[MrAutomation 20]

Something worth looking at is LogixPro from The Learning Pit. It's an RSLogix 500 simulator with some cool simulations to play with. I like that the simulations are interactive, because it forces you to think harder. When you are just playing with a PLC in your basement, you might have a few buttons and turn on some lights or a small motor or something, but it's not exactly anything that you can create complex programs with. With LogixPro you get to program simulations of batch cooking processes, bottle filling assembly lines, traffic intersections, elevators and more. Best $35 you'll ever spend. http://www.thelearningpit.com/lp/logixpro.html Make sure to read and follow the student exercises! http://www.thelearningpit.com/lp/doc/index.html Edited 6 Nov 2014 by MrAutomation

[white lighting 0]

I have been to one Rockwell class didn't feel like I learned a lot it seemed to be mainly power point presentation's and not enough real life problems. I will look into the learning pit exercise's thank you.

[TimWilborne 108]

That is a fairly common complaint about the RA classes. Probably one of the most important things you need to identify is your learning style. That may define best what would work for you.

[white lighting 0]

I'm defiantly more hands on than anything ,10 min into books or power point and my mind is wondering.

[TimWilborne 108]

If you get a Micrologix I would recommend the 1100. It has the bells and whistles of the 1400 but uses the free version of the software.

[white lighting 0]

nice thanks for the information

[white lighting 0]

I'm trying the simulator out which I like very much but, I'm having problems trouble shooting some of the exercise's. Does anyone know if they have a answer key to cross reference my work with.thanks

[Arlen Jacobs 4]

I would agree, the MicroLogix 1100 is a deal for learning AB controllers. If do buy that, you may find the the below site helpful. It's not a complete training, but there are some short videos that help with getting started with the MicroLogix1100. http://www.theautomationminute.com He also posts info about AB products and other helpful tips.

[Arlen Jacobs 4]

... ok, correction. It appears that Shawn will have a training program in the near future http://www.theautomationschool.com

[MrAutomation 20]

What issues are you having in particular?

[white lighting 0]

it is the first exercise #1 with door simulator I seem to have everything correct but when I push the open button i'm not getting power to the motor?

[ASForrest 12]

I don't know how "virtual" or not your setup is, but I'd be tracking backwards from the "not getting power to the motor" question. - Is the output circuit (motor starter wiring) correct? (probably not relevant if this is a virtual setup) - Are you getting power on your motor "starter"? (again probably not relevant in a virtual setup) - Is there an output connected to the motor "starter"? - Is this output on? - If not, what turns it on (and what is stopping it?) If you're still stuck, some screenshots may help us narrow it down some more

[white lighting 0]

ok I will see what I can do. thanks for the help

[MrAutomation 20]

ASForrest, he's talking about the LogixPro training simulator, so it'll definitely not be a physical problem. white lightning, can you upload a screenshot of your program? I imagine it should all be able to fit into a single screen.

[white lighting 0]

I actually found some tutorial's on you tube that helped me troubleshoot my problems .thanks for your help Edited 12 Nov 2014 by white lighting

[Mickey 71]

See link. Look for file ext .rsl http://www.plcs.net/downloads/index.php?PHPSESSID=k5hsdkgjcfqfmmk46479lfrbf0&direction=0&order=&directory=Allen_Bradley

[Crossbow 294]

Ron Beaufort, a regular here on the forums, does a week long hands-on boot camp training for AB products, and the reviews have always looked excellent. http://www.ronbeaufort.com/main_frame_page.htm

[white lighting 0]

I have talked to Ron and I'm going to try to make it down there the first of the year. It seems that is one of the best classes to go to from all the reviews.

[TimWilborne 108]

Great news. you wont be disappointed. I would pack a lunch. There's not enough time to leave and go eat.