Instrument and Control Maintenance Practice: Programmable Logic Controller Systems

This unit develops the skills required to carry out routine maintenance of programmable logic controller systems in a training workshop, including preparation for maintenance activities, identification of hazards, using technical guidelines, preparing maintenance records and clearing the work area. It is recommended that Instrument and Control Maintenance Techniques: Programmable Logic Controller Systems is completed before or in conjunction with this Unit.

Learning Objectives : 

Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to: 

  • Prepare to carry out routine maintenance on programmable logic controller systems.
  • Carry out routine maintenance on programmable logic controller systems.
  • Complete routine maintenance for programmable logic controller systems.
  • Routine maintenance techniques for programmable logic controller systems.
  • Routine maintenance procedures and workshop practice.
  • Safe working procedures/practices.

 

Teaching methods :

  • The course will be delivered by means of classroom lectures and practical workshop exercices. 
  • Assessments can also be combined with other units where relevant – this could include the following Units:
    • Instrument and Control Maintenance Techniques: Programmable Logic Controller Systems.
    • Health and Safety in Oil and Gas Maintenance Workshops.
    • Maintenance Working Practices.
  • Pre & post course tests are performed to measure knowledge acquisition. 

Additional information

Duration

3.5 days

SCQF Level

5