This micro-credential has been provided at no charge to participants through investment from the VET Emerging Industries initiative as part of the Future Skills Fund through the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (DESBT).

Micro-credential Description

Programmable logic controllers (PLCs) are a vital tool for automating and improving aquaculture and agriculture processes. The Programmable logic controller (PLC) micro-credential provides participants with an understanding of how PLCs work and the tasks they can perform. This micro-credential explains PLC programming fundamentals and basic troubleshooting techniques.

Topics Covered

• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
• PLC hardware components and operating modes
• PLC Programming
• Install PLC software and hardware, test, and troubleshoot PLC programs