INTRODUCTION FOR BASIC PLC -MITSUBISHI Q-SERIES

This Basic PLC Training course focuses on the Mitsubishi Q-Series PLC and provides essential skills in PLC wiring, logic development, and troubleshooting. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical exercises, participants will gain confidence in working with PLCs commonly used in industrial automation.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of this practical training program, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the fundamental concepts of PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) systems.

2. Perform basic wiring and setup for PLC systems.

3. Develop and write simple PLC programs to control industrial processes.

4. Troubleshoot basic PLC issues in control systems.

5. Gain hands-on experience in using PLCs for real-world industrial applications.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the role and function of PLCs in industrial automation.

• Identify and connect PLC hardware components accurately.

• Write, test, and troubleshoot basic ladder logic programs.

• Apply logic gates and internal relays in programming.

• Use timers, counters, and ‘move’ functions effectively.

• Understand the control of pneumatic components using PLCs.

• Apply troubleshooting techniques to resolve basic system faults.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course is suitable for:

• Electrical & Maintenance Technicians

• Automation Engineers

• Machine Operators & Technical Staff

• Fresh graduates or individuals seeking practical PLC knowledge

• Anyone involved in industrial control systems and automation

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

This program uses a hands-on, practical-based approach, combining:

• Classroom Lectures for conceptual understanding

• Live Demonstrations and hardware interaction

• Workshop-Style Practical Sessions (70%)

• Group Exercises & Troubleshooting Tasks

• Real-life industry-based case studies

• Bilingual delivery in Malay & English for better comprehension

COURSE CONTENTS

Day 1 – Introduction & Basic Logic Programming

• Overview of PLC and Automation Systems

• Types of Control Systems:

  • Hard Wiring

  • PLC Control

• Advantages & Disadvantages of PLCs

• Basic PLC Components:

  • Input Modules

  • Output Modules

  • Memory Units

  • CPU (Central Processing Unit)

• Pre-Programming Preparation:

  • Defining Sequence

  • I/O Allocation

  • PLC Selection

  • Wiring Techniques

  • NPN vs PNP Wiring

  • Program Structure

  • Online Testing Procedures

• Basic Logic Functions

• Hands-on Wiring & Programming:

  • YES, NO, OR, AND Logic Functions

Day 2 – Intermediate Applications & Practical Exercises

• Introduction to Internal Relay
• Holding/Latching Circuit
• Wiring and Programming of Latch circuit for lamps
• Usage of Set ad Reset command to perform Latching Task
• Introduction of Solenoid Valve
• Wiring and Programming to activate single valve to control Double Acting Cylinder
• Wiring and Programming to activate Double Solenoid Valve to control Double Acting Cylinder
• Introduction to Timer Wiring and Programming of Double Solenoid Valve with delay function (using internal timer)
• Introduction of Counter
• Wiring and Programming of Double Solenoid activate Double Acting Cylinder with counting function
• Application of ‘Move’ function