PLC Programming - Motion Control with PLCopen

PLC Programming - Motion Control with PLCopen free download

Learn how to program Motion Control on a PLC using the PLCopen standard

Ready to move beyond basic PLC programming and specialize in the dynamic field of Motion Control? Want to design and implement sophisticated automation sequences for robotics, CNC machines, packaging lines, and more?

This course is your deep dive into controlling automated motion using the industry-standard PLCopen Motion Control framework. You'll leverage the powerful CoDeSys SoftMotion library – all within a simulated environment, requiring no physical hardware!

Why PLCopen? It's the global standard that ensures reusable, hardware-independent motion control solutions, saving development time and making your skills highly valuable across different platforms and industries.

Building on your existing PLC knowledge, this course will teach you to:

• Grasp Motion Control Fundamentals: Understand the core concepts, terminology, and technologies driving modern automated movement.

• Master the PLCopen Standard: Learn the structure, state machines, and essential function blocks defined by PLCopen for single-axis control.

• Implement Key Motion Functions: Gain hands-on experience configuring axes and using critical PLCopen function blocks within CoDeSys, including:

  • Axis Administration (MC_Power, MC_Reset)

  • Homing Procedures (MC_Home, SMC_Homing)

  • Continuous Movement (MC_Jog, MC_MoveVelocity)

  • Discrete Motion  (MC_SetPosition, MC_MoveAbsolute, MC_MoveRelative

• Utilize CoDeSys SoftMotion: Become proficient in using this powerful library to simulate and test complex motion sequences effectively.

• Apply Practical Techniques: Work through real-world scenarios and exercises to solidify your understanding and build confidence.

Prerequisites:

• Solid understanding of basic PLC programming concepts.

• Familiarity with the CoDeSys (V3) development environment.

• We strongly recommend completing the "PLC Programming - Learn the Basics with CoDeSys" course or having equivalent foundational knowledge before starting.

This course is designed for:

• PLC Programmers seeking to specialize in motion control applications.

• Automation Engineers and Technicians working with servo drives, robotics, or automated machinery.

• Control Systems Engineers needing to implement standardized motion solutions.

• Anyone who has mastered PLC basics and wants to tackle advanced automation challenges.

Elevate your automation expertise and become proficient in one of the most in-demand PLC skill sets. Enroll now and take control of motion!