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Final Exam 2016phase Iii Change Noticeby Now You Should Have Been U

Final Exam 2016 Phase III – Change Notice By now, you should have been up in the PLC lab getting familiar with the HMI and how to program it; how to define new screens, label them, and access them from the F# tabs below; and how to design Icons/Images from the Library that links HMI images to the Final Exam Program you are working on. Here is your FINAL set on Instructions for your Final Exam Program.

Create a Main Program Screen (F1) and make a mirror-image layout of the PLC Trainer PB’s / Lights (9 items total). Color-code and label your PB’s and Switches in the same manner as those found on the Trainer.

Since you CANNOT activate a hard-wired Input from the HMI Screen, please use Internal M-bits IN PARALLEL with the associated contacts for the PLC. Start your Internal M-bits at address %M5.0 through %M5.7 (8 outputs total) and proceed upward from there. Example: E-Stop PB is turned ON by hard-wired Input %I0.0 – your Internal M-bit to parallel this Input should be %M5.0. Please look at the PLC Tags Database in your program and design your M-bits accordingly.

Create a Diagnostics Screen (F2) and design a section of Program that ‘simulates’ a 5-second test of each of the 8 Outputs from Q0.0 through Q0.7 (8 outputs total). Start your Internal M-bits to simulate this at address %M6.0 through %M6.7 (8 outputs total) also. Label each of your new %M6.# bits as “Diagnostics – E-stop Q”, for example.

Program your HMI Screen to show 8 Lights that are turned ON when each of the 8 Outputs is turned ON for its 5-second interval.

Create an Alarm Screen (F3) do the same thing with the Inputs in the Alarm Condition rung at the end of the program. Start your Internal M-bits for this section of logic at %M7.0 through %M7.7 (limit 8 outputs total).

You should have HMI Lights that are turned ON separately if one of the Inputs to the Alarm Condition rung of Logic activates; also put 1 Red Alarm Condition Light in your alarms Screen that activates if that Output turns ON. When you are done with these Instructions, you should have 3 screens that you can either activate Inputs from, or receive Outputs from your program. This will take some time to complete, so please plan your own time or that of your lab partner accordingly to get this work done. Since this is your LAST change notice, do your best and be ready to present on your respective lab night. Thank You for the great work you are doing!

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Final Exam 2016phase Iii Change Noticeby Now You Should Have Been U

Create HMI Screens for PLC Training Final Exam

The final exam project in PLC programming and HMI interface development requires students to design an integrated control and monitoring system across three screens, utilizing internal memory bits to simulate physical inputs and outputs, in accordance with the specific instructions provided. The core goal is to mirror real-world PLC and HMI operations, adding diagnostic and alarm functionalities to demonstrate understanding of automation controls and human-machine interfaces.

Introduction

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) are essential for industrial automation, serving as digital control systems for machinery and processes. Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) facilitate user interaction with PLCs, allowing operators to monitor system status, initiate commands, and respond to alarms. The project outlined in these instructions challenges students to develop multiple HMI screens that emulate physical controls, diagnostics, and alarm systems while integrating PLC control logic via internal memory bits (M-bits).

Main Program Screen (F1)

Students are instructed to create a primary control interface mimicking the PLC Trainer's pushbuttons and indicator lights, totaling nine items. These elements must be visually labeled, color-coded, and arranged for intuitive operation, reflecting the physical layout of the trainer. Since physical activation of inputs from the HMI is prohibited, internal memory bits (%M5.0 to %M5.7) will parallel external hardware, corresponding to each tangible input device, such as emergency stop buttons. This approach ensures that the HMI's simulated interactions correlate with the PLC’s internal control logic, facilitating a realistic control environment.

Diagnostics Screen (F2)

The diagnostic interface aims to test and display the status of output relays (Q0.0 to Q0.7). A dedicated section of program logic will simulate a 5-second activation cycle for each output, using internal memory bits (%M6.0 to %M6.7). Indicators on the HMI will light up when the simulated outputs are active, providing visual confirmation of the system's behavior during testing. Labeling each memory bit as “Diagnostics – E-stop Q” ensures clarity and facilitates troubleshooting during the simulation process.

Alarm Screen (F3)

The alarm interface monitors input signals that could trigger fault conditions. Similar to the diagnostics, internal memory bits (%M7.0 to %M7.7) will represent the activation status of each input channel associated with potential faults or emergency conditions. The interface will feature indicator lights that activate when corresponding input conditions are detected, alongside a prominent red alarm indicator that signals overall system alarm state triggered by any of these inputs. This setup exemplifies how to effectively alert operators to critical system issues.

Implementation and Integration

The three screens—main control, diagnostics, and alarms—must be interconnected and capable of receiving user inputs and displaying output status dynamically. Students will configure screen navigation, linking buttons or menu items to facilitate smooth transitions between screens. The internal memory bits serve as an effective means to emulate hardware signals within the PLC simulation environment, providing a flexible platform for debugging and verification.

Conclusion

This project synthesizes fundamental automation concepts, including control logic, interface design, diagnostics, and alarm management. Through careful use of internal memory bits, students can simulate real-world PLC operations and develop proficiency in creating intuitive HMI interfaces for complex control systems. Meticulous planning, adherence to instructions, and attention to detail in labeling and layout are critical for a successful implementation, preparing students for advanced automation challenges in industrial settings.

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