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If you've been wanting to get into industrial automation and been looking for basic PLC training, but you are not sure where to start, then this Beginner’s Free PLC Training blog series has been written for you!

After you’ve read this 4-part free PLC training series you should be able to identify the primary components of a PLC system and have a basic understanding of the purpose and function of PLCs (and PACs).

When you complete this series, you should be ready to begin learning PLC programming. If you have any questions about this content, please feel free to comment on the post. So, without further delay, let’s jump right into our introduction to PLCs!

Beginner’s Free PLC Training Series Outline

1. Introduction to PLCs
2. PLC Processors (CPU)
3. PLC Inputs and Outputs (I/O)
4. PLC Ladder Logic

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) are small industrial computers with modular components designed to automate customized control processes. PLCs are often used in factories and industria...