Course Information
Learn how to control Pneumatic and Electrical components when using the Programmable Logic Controller.
Learning Outcomes
After this course you will be equipped with the knowledge to write basic programs using the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) IEC61131-3 standard for an automated system, including:
- Knowing the basic function of pneumatic and electric components in automation.
- Reading, designing and constructing simple pneumatic circuits. With the use of the PLC, they will be able to control the pneumatic and motor drive circuits.
Course
Schedule
Course Date: 25 Sep 2024 – 27 Sep 2024
Application Period: 27 Jul 2024 – 1 Sep 2024
Duration: 3 days
Time: 9am to 6pm
Delivery Mode: Classroom
Venue: Ngee Ann Polytechnic
This course may be conducted online subject to Covid-19 guidelines.
Ngee Ann Polytechnic reserves the right to reschedule / cancel any programme, modify the fees and amend information without prior notice.
Lesson Plan
These are the topics for the above short course.
Trainer's Profile
Ng Shi Ping is a senior lecturer with the School of Engineering of Ngee Ann Polytechnic. She teaches automation and mechatronics systems. The engineer-turned-lecturer has over 10 years’ experience in doing machine development, which includes integrating sensors, pneumatic actuators, motion control cards, designing vision processing algorithm and finite state machines for mechanical motion. Shi Ping has been a full-time lecturer with the Polytechnic since 2014 teaching Industrial Automation, C programming, Microcontroller and interfacing, Electrical and Electronic Technology.
Goh Wee Tiong is a senior lecturer with the School of Engineering of Ngee Ann Polytechnic. He teaches automation and control systems. Wee Tiong has been a full-time lecturer with the Polytechnic since 2007 teaching Industrial Automation, Instrumentation & Control Power Hydraulics
Certification
A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to participants who meet the 75% attendance requirement but did not pass all required assessment(s).
Entry Requirements
Applicants should preferably have basic logic circuit knowledge in electrical engineering.
Course Fees
Funding period for this course is from 1 Jul 2023 to 30 Sep 2024.
SkillsFuture Credit
All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their $500 SkillsFuture Credit from the government to pay for a wide range of approved skills-related courses. Visit the SkillsFuture Credit website to choose from the courses available on the Training Exchange course directory.
Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP)
NTUC members enjoy 50% unfunded course fee support for up to $250 each year (or up to $500 for NTUC members aged 40 years old and above) when you sign up for courses supported under UTAP (Union Training Assistance Programme). Please visit e2i’s website to find out more.
Enhanced training support for SMEs
For enhanced training support for SMEs, enter SME in the promo code during course application.
GST Increment in 2024
Please note that the GST rate will be revised to 9% with effect from 1 Jan 2024. As such any payable course fees will be subjected to the new GST rate adjustments in 2024. Please refer to our STEP portal for the updated fees. (Click on STEP)
Note:
- The fees below are determined based on prevailing funding policies and subject to review and revision.
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Ngee Ann Polytechnic reserves the right to reschedule/cancel any programme, modify the fees and amend information without prior notice.
| Applicants / Eligibility | Fees |
|---|---|
| Full course fee | $981.00 |
| Singaporeans aged below 40 qualified for SkillsFuture funding | $294.30 |
| Singaporeans aged 40 & above qualified for SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy | $114.30 |
| Singaporeans qualified for Enhanced Training Support for SMEs | $114.30 |
| Singapore Permanent Residents & **LTVP+ qualified for SkillsFuture Funding | $294.30 |
| Singapore Permanent Residents & ##LTVP+ qualified for Enhanced Training Support for SMEs | $114.30 |
| Others (and Repeat Students) | $981.00 |