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What will you find in this free PLC Programming course?

Hi, I’m Jacob! Welcome to the first part of our Siemens PLC S7-1200 Free Course! In this tutorial, we will guide you through the basics of the Siemens S7-1200 programmable logic controller (PLC), one of the most popular and widely used controllers in industrial automation. Whether you are a beginner looking to start your journey in PLC S7-1200 programming or an experienced professional seeking to refresh your knowledge, this free Siemens PLC course is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to the S7-1200, covering everything from hardware setup to basic programming concepts. Let’s dive in and explore the world of Siemens PLCs together!

Download Siemens TIA V16 for Siemens PLC S7-1200 programming

To get started with Siemens PLC S7-1200 programming, it is essential to have the right tools, and the Siemens TIA V16 is one of the most important software platforms for this purpose. In this part of our course, we will guide you through the process of downloading and installing TIA Portal V16, which includes the PLCSIM for simulation, ensuring you have everything set up to begin your Siemens S7-1200/S7-1500 PLC training. Follow the link provided to download the Siemens TIA V16 and prepare for hands-on learning with your PLC projects.

Download Siemens TIA V16: https://bit.ly/488aLXD

Free trial license for TIA Portal

Your first program in Ladder Logic for Siemens S7-1200 PLC

To create your first program in Ladder Logic for the Siemens S7-1200 PLC, follow the step-by-step instructions provided in the video. Ladder Logic is a fundamental programming language used in PLC programming, resembling electrical relay logic diagrams. It is widely used for its intuitive, visual approach to designing automation processes. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to implement LADDER logic in the TIA Portal software, which is crucial for programming the Siemens S7-1200. By the end, you’ll have a basic LADDER logic program up and running on your Siemens PLC, giving you practical experience!

Add HMI panel and create visualisation

In this PLC tutorial lesson, you will learn how to add an HMI panel to your Siemens S7-1200 PLC project and create a visualization for your automation process using TIA Portal. Human-Machine Interface (HMI) panels are crucial components in industrial automation, allowing operators to interact directly with the PLC by monitoring real-time data and inputting commands. By following the steps provided in the video, you’ll integrate an HMI panel with your Siemens S7-1200 PLC and design a user-friendly visualization interface. This will not only enhance the functionality of your automation system but also improve control and monitoring efficiency.

What’s next?

Siemens S7-1200 PLC Programming Free Course – tutorial part #2
Introduction to variables – Basic instructions of Ladder Logic – NO contacts, AND, OR operations

Check out the next lesson of the free course, or go ahead and join the full training!

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Jacob Biedulski

Author Jacob Biedulski

Automation engineer, CTO at ControlByte

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