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COURSE DESCRIPTION

FLPT 123 — Machine Controls  (7 cr)

Students study the interfacing of mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics with electrical, electronic or pneumatic controls for predetermined sequence of operation for automated machines. Reading and drawing the electrical schematics used to control solenoid valves for hydraulic or pneumatic actuators; terminology and symbols used in programming schematics for an Allen Bradley Mini PLC 2 programmable controller; interpreting symbols required for reading air logic pneumatic schematics used for machine controls; and writing machine sequence of operations to match schematic operations are emphasized. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in FLPT 121, 122. (SCC)
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