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ONLINE COURSE | PLC Programming

Advanced PLC Structured Text course in CODESYS

You will program a PLC controller in the text-based ST language in the CODESYS environment!

What makes the PLC ControlByte courses so popular?

  • You get access to video lessons on the e-learning platform

  • You perform programming exercises based on the provided project templates. All you need is your PC and a simulator!

  • You can take the course whenever and wherever you want.

  • You can start the course at a later date.

  • You will have homework to do on your own!

  • You get course support through Discord chat and live meetings.

“I believe that everyone in the 21st century should know the basics of programming and automation!”

Maciej Kurantowicz

Master of Engineering in automation and robotics, graduate of Wroclaw University of Technology. He also studied in England and Germany.

  • He gained experience in small start-ups, and then in international companies like: Bosch, Mitsubishi Electric or WAGO.

  • He specializes in programming PLC controllers in the Codesys environment in the Structured Text language.

  • He has already trained over 400 automation technicians in the field of PLC controller programming

What will you get after enrolling in this course?

  • Over 120 practical video lessons

  • You will test your programs in the virtual Factory IO factory

  • Support from instructors in the form of Discord chat and live meetings

  • You will have homework to do on your own!

  • A certificate of completion of the course in Polish and English.

Program flow control

Module contents:

  • Conditional statement IF…ELSIF…ELSE

  • FOR…DO loop

  • WHILE…DO and REPEAT…UNTIL loop

  • Conditional statement CASE…OF

  • Exercises on projects and contact with the instructor

Projects in the PLC simulator.

  • Temperature controller in a control cabinet (IF…ELSE)

  • Parcel weighing (CASE…OF)

  • Pneumatic hose cutting station

  • PI controller for a liquid tank

  • Pallet buffering line

  • 2D manipulator and visualization in Codesys

  • Pumping station

Handling PLC equipment in the course

  • WAGO 750-8202 PLC controller

  • Turck TX707 HMI panel

  • Weintek CMT2078X panel

  • Raspberry PI as a PLC

  • Communication with external Modbus devices

Visualization in Codesys

  • Basic elements: lights/buttons/actuators

  • Handling of alarms and animations

  • Visualization templates for download

  • How to display web visualization in the browser

  • Uploading visualization to the HMI panel

Programming sequences for machines

  • Analysis of the scene with a 2D manipulator in Factory IO

  • Designing sequences on a Grafcet diagram

  • Programming function blocks for feeders

  • Handling machine sequence steps

  • Designing visualizations and testing

Course content

1. Introduction to the course

1.1 How to use the course
1.2 Knowledge Forum – Discord Group
1.3 How to remake a module: Introduction to the course
1.4 Introduction to ST language
1.5 Codesys environment installation (8 min)
1.6 First ST program
1.7 ST language – knowledge test
1.8 Simple visualization in Codesys

2. Variables

2.1 Memory units, variable and constant definition
2.2 How to name variables, type BOOL
2.3 BOOL variable declaration
2.4 Integer variables – introduction
2.5 Integer variables – exceeding the range
2.6 Real variables
2.7 Tables
2.8 Structured type
2.9 Enumeration type
2.10 Local and global variables
2.11 Variables – Knowledge Test
2.12 Variables Homework

3. Operators

3.1 How to use the module: Operators
3.2 Assignment operator
3.3 Arithmetic operators
3.4 Logical Operators
3.5 Comparison operators
3.6 Operator Priorities
3.7 Operators – Knowledge Test
3.8 Project: Cutting station – declaration of variables
3.9 Project: Cutting station – visualization
3.10 Project: Cutting station – program testing
3.11 Project: Cutting Station – Homework

4. Program flow control instructions

4.1 IF statement
4.2 IF, ELSIF, ELSE statement
4.3 CASE…OF statement
4.4 WHILE loop
4.5 FOR loop
4.6 Program flow control instructions – knowledge test
4.7 Introduction to the design of the controller in the control cabinet
4.8 Project: Three-position temperature controller in the control cabinet
4.9 Visualization: Three-position temperature controller in the control cabinet
4.10 Graph for temperature controller
4.11 Project – Loading packages into container p1
4.12 Project – Loading packages into p2 container
4.13 Installing Factory IO
4.14 Program and configuration of Codesys communication with Factory IO
4.15 Conveyor simulation in Factory IO (15 min)
4.16 Project – Proportional Regulator for Liquid Tank – Introduction
4.18 Project – Proportional Regulator for Liquid Tank – Homework
4.17 Project – Proportional controller for liquid tank – implementation

5. Software Organizational Units (POUs)

5.1 What is a program?
5.2 Function vs Function Block
5.3 Examples for FUN and FB
5.4 Action
5.5 Software Organizational Units (POU) – knowledge test
5.6 POU – homework

6. Operations on strings

6.1 String operations – theoretical introduction
6.2 Testing functions from the STANDARD library
6.3 Installing the OSCAT BASIC library
6.4 String operations – knowledge test
6.5 Project: Label for Zebra printer – introduction
6.6 Project: Label for Zebra printer – declaration of necessary functions and data structures
6.7 Project: Label for Zebra printer – Project: Label for Zebra printer – preparation of the date in the correct format
6.8 Project: Label for Zebra printer – preparing the time in the appropriate format
6.9 Project: Label layout programming
6.10 Project: Zebra Printer Label – Homework
Sending a label to a Zebra printer over TCP

7. Floating point operations and analog scaling

7.1 Functions: ROUND, CEIL, FLOOR, TRUNC
7.2 Operations with floating point numbers – knowledge test
7.3 Scaling an analog quantity – program
7.4 Scaling an analog quantity – visualization

8. Edge detection - triggers

8.1 R_TRIG, F_TRIG instructions
8.2 Edge detection – knowledge test

9. Timing instructions - Timers

9.1 TP Timer
9.2 TON Timer
9.3 TOF Timer
9.4 SR, RS flip-flops
9.5 Time instructions – Timers – knowledge test
9.6 Line protection – TON timer
9.7 Timing Instructions – Factory I/O Homework

10. Counters

10.1 CTU Counter
10.2 CTU – homework
10.3 CTD Counter
10.4 CTUD Counter
10.5 Counters – knowledge test
10.6 Project: Queuing Packets in Factory I/O – Homework

11. Indicators

11.1 Pointers in Codesys
11.2 Pointers: Array operations
11.3 Pointers: String operations
11.4 Modbus Master – float variable reading
11.5 Arrays of various sizes
11.6 Indicators – knowledge test
11.7 Indicators Homework

12. Project: 2D manipulator - programming a sequential control system

12.1 Project description
12.2 Variable mapping
12.3 Object analysis – how to program parallel sequences?
12.4 Sequence of objects – grafcet
12.5 Simulation of limit sensors for an axis
12.6 Manipulator sequence program
12.7 Sequence feeder left program
12.8 Conveyor sequence right program
12.9 Keypad auto/manual/step modes
12.10 Operating modes for conveyors
12.11 Main Program and Function Blocks
12.12 Program tests
12.13 Alerts
12.14 Visualization
12.15 Visualization and program tests
2D manipulator – sequential control system programming – homework

13. Project: Factory I/O pumping station

13.1 Project description
13.2 Function blocks: generator, pump control
13.3 Function block: pump operation
13.4 Main program
13.5 Visualization pattern
13.6 Visualization project
13.7 Alarm programming
13.8 Program and visualization tests

3D simulation of the HOME IO smart home (Module available from April 23)

Project description
HOME IO and Connect IO installation
Codesys Connect IO communication, test program
Homework: garage gate control
Homework: garage control panel
Nav bar on visualization
User login on visualization
Weather forecast panel
PID temperature controller for living room
PID support for all rooms
Visualization for temperature controller
Downloading the current date and time
Energy consumption monitoring program
Energy consumption monitoring visualization
Device scheduler
Web visualization

Bonus Module 1

1. Configuration and programming of the PLC/HMI controller part 1TURCK TX707-P3CV01
2. Configuration and programming of the PLC/HMI TURCK TX707-P3CV01 part 2
3. Description of the WAGO modular automation system
4. Designing a WAGO node – Smart Designer
5. Establishing connection with the WAGO controller
6. Preparing the PFC200 controller to work in Codesys

Equipment in the course

To complete the course, the CODESYS environment simulator is sufficient.

As a bonus, we will show you how to configure the controller.

Why should you join this course?

  • You gain a skill highly valued by employers. You can showcase your certificate on LinkedIn, Goldenline, and, of course, in your CV!

  • If you want to change your job and take on a position as an automation engineer in a company, you are in the right place!

  • You receive lifetime access to the course materials on our platform. You can revisit them whenever you want.

  • You can test all your written code in the virtual factory in Factory IO.

  • In the course, you don’t need hardware. Simulators like PLC and Factory IO are sufficient. The code you write can be used in real projects.

  • Hundreds of students have verified this learning path. Ask them what they say about us in the industry!

Course price

Before I show you the price, see what exactly you get when you join the ST course:

1

Teaching materials, 80 video lessons explaining PLC programming in ST language

Through video materials, we will guide you step by step from simple issues to advanced projects

Value: 200 $

2

Tasks to do yourself - you will have to show ingenuity!

Not everything in the course will be shown directly! You will have to come up with some solutions on your own.

Value: 50 $

3

Analysis of your homework - feedback from teachers

We check your homework and send feedback to make your programs better and better!

Value: 150 $

4

Contact with the teachers via Discord forum.

Feel free to write if you have any problems! We will dispel your doubts on an ongoing basis.

Value: 50 $

5

Consultations in the form of weekly live webinars

You will be able to ask questions and lead a discussion live.

Value: 50 $

6

Chat for students

Casual conversations over coffee and express solving of quick questions.

Value: PRICELESS

7

Satisfaction guarantee - 14 days to return the product

We guarantee that you will be satisfied with your participation in our course.
If you do not like our training, you have 14 days to return the product - we will refund you the full amount for the course. So far, no one has refunded any of our training!

Value: PRICELESS

8

Proven educational path by over 200 students

Our training program in previous editions has already been completed by over 200 automation engineers.

Value: PRICELESS

Thanks to the proven formula of our training and cost optimization, you can purchase this training for:

199 $

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Opinions from Students

“

A must-ride for anyone dealing with PLCs. I've been waiting for this course. I will return to the content there many times. I recommend.

Tomasz CzerwińskiCodesys programming course in ST language
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A great course filled with substantive knowledge (very well-prepared materials) and examples that allow you to start your adventure with PLC. A big advantage is the support provided by the authors during the webinars. I would highly recommend.

Piotr KapustkaCodesys programming course in ST language
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The course was well structured and the first of its kind in which I participated. A very good level of detail in the discussed issues related to the environment itself, such as the TIA Portal, as well as to the hardware level. After some lessons, we have to do something ourselves, so that it is not a synthetic science, but is supported by practice. The most phenomenal thing is the homework included in the course, for which we get "live" support in case of problems with their implementation. If I had to choose a course of this type again, I would not hesitate to choose it again. I highly recommend it, it's really worth it 🙂

Łukasz CzekajSiemens S7-1200, S7-1500 PLC programming course in LAD/FBD language
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I was totally green in the subject of PLC, i.e. I knew what the inputs and outputs in the controller were and that was where my knowledge ended. There was practically nothing about PLC in college either.
The course helped me change my job and get a job in a machine manufacturing company.
Everything is well explained, you can practice everything on the simulator, so it's easy to visualize and learn the principle.
We always have access to the course, wherever we have access to the Internet 🙂 I recommend it to everyone. I am looking forward to the next editions of the course.

Leszek KasprzykSiemens S7-1200, S7-1500 PLC programming course in LAD/FBD language
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A course at a very high level that met all my expectations. Materials in the form of video files and contact with the teacher - full professionalism. Another advantage of this type of course is the loose time frame that we can adjust to our pace of work. Kamil, who runs the course, thoroughly analyzes the homework sent to him and sends his observations in feedback. In my opinion, this course is a must-have item both for those starting their adventure with PLC programming, who want to learn the principles of good programming, as well as for people with experience.

Cezary LipskiSiemens Simatic S7-1200, S7-1500 PLC programming online course in SCL language
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A very nice course. The lecturers discussed theoretical issues in a professional and at the same time very accessible way and presented the possibilities of programming PLC controllers on many examples. I am satisfied and I can definitely recommend it to everyone who wants to start their career with controller programming.

Tomasz GrzmilSiemens Simatic S7-1200, S7-1500 PLC programming on-line course in LAD/FBD language and HMI basics
“

The courses offered by ControlByte are a very good way to quickly learn Siemens PLCs. The materials are comprehensive, supported by practical examples, the issues are discussed in simple and understandable language. The authors support students at every stage, verify homework, send tips and suggestions. The course allowed me to expand and supplement my knowledge in the field of PLC programming, which contributed to the application of knowledge in practice and to the launch of the first production implementation, of course successfully. I highly recommend and encourage you to attend the course!

Robert GruberskiSiemens PLC course in SCL language / Siemens PLC course in LAD/FBD language
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Kurs jest świetny. Posiada wiele przydatnych zagadnień niezbędnych przy programowaniu sterowników PLC. Prowadzący wszystko tłumaczą w jasny i czytelny sposób. Każdy moduł składa się z krótkich filmików ale bardzo treściwych. Jest to doskonała propozycja dla osób początkujących, którzy chcą w przyszłości programować Sterowniki PLC. Ten kurs uczy też dobrych praktyk, jeżeli chodzi o poprawne programowanie.

Sebastian WencelPLC programming course S7 1200 1500 in LAD and FBD languages
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Hello, Really great course, a large dose of information in great quality. Knowledge delivered at the highest level - bravo Controlbyte. From the basics of building a controller to programming a sorting line. I've done S7-1200 programming courses in books before, but an online video course is in a completely different league. The use of Factory IO is a huge plus for the student and contact with the instructors during the course is a pleasure. I am looking forward to the next stage of the course - Intermediate LAD. I definitely recommend it.

Maciej PalaSiemens S7-1200 programming course - basic LAD.
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A very good course for people who are starting their adventure with PLC. Step by step explained where it comes from. Lessons are organized in such a way that they do not overwhelm with too much information. Highly recommended and waiting for the next part

Daniel SzałkowskiSiemens S7-1200 PLC programming course - basics
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Hello 🙂 A well-prepared course for total beginners. The right amount of information does not overwhelm the recipient, as at the beginning of programming. The quality of the recordings is great (both video and audio). I am waiting for the continuation of this course as well as for the course at a higher level, because I want to master the LAD language for S7-1200 controllers. Everything I mentioned is best supported by an example of a real machine/line (as it has been so far).

Andrzej MazurSiemens S7-1200 programming basics course
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I am a person starting my adventure with PLC and for me this course was great. Explained step by step how and what to do and where it comes from. I highly recommend it and look forward to the next editions. Thank you and I recommend!!!

Piotr KoziełSiemens S7-1200 programming basics course
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Hi! I want to thank you very much for the "SIemens S7-1200 Programming Course". The short films contained the maximum amount of information, without the so-called "pouring water". Pure knowledge, lots of examples, very interesting tasks to perform and tests. I am very pleased with both the quality of the courses and the service. It was my debut when it comes to online courses, so at the beginning I had some doubts, which later turned out to be completely unfounded. I highly recommend and look forward to the next editions 🙂
Regards

Daniel CzerniakSiemens S7-1200 programming course
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I had the opportunity to use other driver programming courses and I am happy to say that this course is by far the best. I recommend it to everyone who wants to learn how to program PLC controllers.

Tomasz D.Basic Siemens S7-1200 Programming Course

FAQ

How can I sign up for the course?

Use the “Join the Course” button on this website or send us an inquiry at: contact@controlbyte.tech

Will I receive support from the instructors for this training?

Yes! We stay in touch with you through Discord channel –  chat for participants, forums, and live meetings – webinars.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of the training?

After submitting all projects from homework assignments and having them checked by the instructors, you will receive a certificate of completion for the training.

Will I need a PLC controller during the course?

No! In the course you will use advanced PLC simulator, so you won’t need a real PLC controller. The Factory I/O environment simulates automation systems such as conveyors, manipulators, actuators, robots, etc. The PLC controller’s operation is simulated using the Siemens S7-PLCSIM environment.

Do I need to purchase a license for Codesys software?

No! Codesys it is a free software.

What if it turns out that the course is not for me? Can I return the course?

You have 14 days to return the course, counting from the start date of the course. We guarantee a safe purchase.

Is the course suitable for me if I have no prior experience with programming?

Yes. This is a basic course, designed in such a way that even someone without any experience with PLC controllers will be able to learn programming in LAD/FBD language.

How long will I have access to this course?

Access to the course is lifetime! As long as the ControlByte company exists in the automation market.

What does an online course on the ControlByte platform look like?

You get access to video materials with lessons explaining programming concepts. Participants follow exercises according to guidelines from the videos.

They also have homework assignments to solve independently. Homework projects are uploaded to the portal, where instructors check the tasks and provide feedback.

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