Module 1: Introduction to SIMATIC Manager and Siemens PLCs
- Overview of SIMATIC Manager and the Siemens TIA Ecosystem
- Applications of SIMATIC Manager in Industrial Automation
- Basics of Siemens S7-300 and S7-400 PLCs
Module 2: Setting Up SIMATIC Manager
- Installing and Configuring SIMATIC Manager Software
- Navigating the SIMATIC Manager Interface
- Creating and Managing New Projects
Module 3: Understanding PLC Hardware and Configuration
- Overview of Siemens PLC Hardware Architecture
- Configuring Hardware in SIMATIC Manager
- Setting Up and Managing Hardware Modules (CPUs, I/O Modules)
Module 4: Basic PLC Programming Concepts
- Introduction to IEC 61131-3 Programming Languages (Ladder Logic, Function
- Block Diagram, Statement List)
- Creating a Simple Ladder Diagram Program
- Compiling and Uploading PLC Programs
Module 5: Working with OBs, FBs, and FCs
- Overview of Organizational Blocks (OBs) and Their Functions
- Using Function Blocks (FBs) and Functions (FCs) for Modular Programming
- Structuring a PLC Program with Subprograms
Module 6: Tag and Data Management
- Creating and Managing Tags in SIMATIC Manager
- Configuring Global and Local Variables
- Using Data Blocks (DBs) for Data Storage and Access
Module 7: Logic Development and Program Debugging
- Developing Basic Control Logic Using Boolean Operators
- Working with Timers, Counters, and Comparators
- Debugging and Monitoring Programs in Online Mode
Module 8: Communication and Networking
- Configuring Communication Modules in SIMATIC Manager
- Setting Up Profibus and Ethernet Communication
- Integrating PLC with HMIs and SCADA Systems
Module 9: Advanced Programming Features
- Creating User-Defined Data Types and Complex Data Structures
- Using Standard Libraries and Reusable Code
- Advanced Functionality with Indirect Addressing
Module 10: Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
- Using Diagnostic Tools in SIMATIC Manager
- Monitoring and Diagnosing Hardware and Software Faults
- Troubleshooting Common Issues in Siemens PLC Systems
Module 11: Practical Exercises and Project Development
- Creating and Testing a Complete PLC Control Application
- Simulating Real-World Scenarios with Hardware or Software Simulators
- Implementing a Multi-Layered Control Logic System
Module 12: Maintenance and Documentation
- Best Practices for Program Maintenance and Version Control
- Documenting PLC Programs for Future Use
- Backing Up and Restoring PLC Projects
Module 13: Course Wrap-Up and Certification
- Review ofKey Concepts and Techniques in SIMATIC Manager
- Practical Assessment: Building, Testing, and Deploying a Full PLC Program
- Certification ofCompletion for SIMATIC Manager Training
- Basics ofMotion Control with Siemens Drives
- Integrating PLCs with Drives for Speed and Position Control
