Is PLC Easy to Learn

Is PLC easy to learn? This is likely the most pressing question for many aspiring PLC learners.

Especially for electricians engaged in electrical maintenance in factories, newcomers to the electrical automation industry, and those who are aware of PLCs but don’t fully understand what they are, this question is of utmost concern.

In fact, PLC is quite easy and straightforward to learn. It mainly involves elements like normally open and closed contacts, self-locking, interlocking, timing, and counting. No matter how complex a program is, it is a combination of these elements.

However, the purpose of learning PLC is not just to master these elements and a few instructions. The goal is to write a comprehensive, reliable, and efficient program to drive various peripheral devices such as cylinders, hydraulics, and motors, ensuring that automated equipment operates normally, reliably, and efficiently.

A good program must have a solid framework. Only with a good framework can you comfortably handle continuous debugging of the program, continuously meet the various demanding requirements of clients, and continuously enhance the reliability of the equipment. Therefore, good algorithms and a solid framework are the most crucial aspects, and these are also the most challenging. This is the lifelong pursuit of PLC technology professionals.

So, learning instructions every day is of no use.

A good program, in addition to having efficient algorithms and a solid framework, should also feature advanced diagnostic processing. This allows on-site operators to quickly troubleshoot issues upon seeing the prompt information, reducing non-fault downtime. As the programmer, you can also quickly identify issues based on on-site feedback and resolve them remotely. This not only reduces customer waiting times but also saves travel expenses and time. This efficient human-machine interaction design requires continuous accumulation.