PLC Systems Diagnostics Quiz: Practice Questions and Answers, Exams of Computer Science

A practice quiz on plc (programmable logic controller) systems diagnostics. It includes multiple-choice and short-answer questions covering topics such as troubleshooting methods, plc components, programming languages, and i/o modules. The quiz is designed to test understanding of plc operation, maintenance, and diagnostics, offering valuable practice for students and professionals in industrial automation. It covers key concepts like ladder logic, memory capacity, and different types of plc applications, providing a comprehensive review of essential plc knowledge. The document also includes detailed explanations of plc architecture, programming devices, and real-time operation, enhancing its educational value.

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PLC Systems Diagnostics – Quiz #1 Practice Test
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In the _____________ method of troubleshooting, the troubleshooter isolates the
problem in a system according to whether or not the component could cause the
symptoms observed. - Correct Answer: >>symptom and cause
The ControlLogix instruction set provides two instructions used to extract data
from and insert data into a controller's system data objects: GSV and
_______________. - Correct Answer: >>SSV
___________ comments contain information pertaining to the rung or group of
rungs. - Correct Answer: >>Rung
____________ may slow down or even stop the execution of a controller causing
it to transition to fault mode. - Correct Answer: >>Controller faults
Troubleshooting a ControlLogix processor requires using the processor's
_____________ indicators to determine the operating condition of the processor.
- Correct Answer: >>Status
Type __________ fault codes are typically caused by programming errors and are
triggered when the controller cannot execute a command. - Correct Answer:
>>4
The _________ dialog is an RSLogix 5000 software utility that displays
configuration, operation, and status information offline and online. - Correct
Answer: >>Controller properties
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In the _____________ method of troubleshooting, the troubleshooter isolates the problem in a system according to whether or not the component could cause the symptoms observed. - Correct Answer: >>symptom and cause The ControlLogix instruction set provides two instructions used to extract data from and insert data into a controller's system data objects: GSV and _______________. - Correct Answer: >>SSV ___________ comments contain information pertaining to the rung or group of rungs. - Correct Answer: >>Rung ____________ may slow down or even stop the execution of a controller causing it to transition to fault mode. - Correct Answer: >>Controller faults Troubleshooting a ControlLogix processor requires using the processor's _____________ indicators to determine the operating condition of the processor.

  • Correct Answer: >>Status Type __________ fault codes are typically caused by programming errors and are triggered when the controller cannot execute a command. - Correct Answer:

4 The _________ dialog is an RSLogix 5000 software utility that displays configuration, operation, and status information offline and online. - Correct Answer: >>Controller properties

The GSV instruction's Dest Field identifies the user-created tag where the data will be ____________. - Correct Answer: >>Stored An ___________ is a name, property, parameter, or value for the device for which the object data applies. - Correct Answer: >>Attribute After identifying the problem (or symptom), the next step is to check the ___________. - Correct Answer: >>Status indicators One way of locating component failure is with the five ___________. - Correct Answer: >>Senses _____________ are data structures used to store status and identifying data about the controller and its operation, hardware, and program. - Correct Answer: >>Objects What is a programmable logic controller (PLC)? - Correct Answer: >>An industrial grade computer that is capable of being programmed to perform control functions. It is basically a digital computer designed for use in machine control. Identify four tasks in addition to relay switching operations that PLCs are capable of performing. - Correct Answer: >>Timing, counting, calculating, and the processing of analog signals.

I/O Module; Forms the interface by which field devices are connected to the controller. Programming Device; Used to enter the desired program into the memory of the processor. Power Supply; typically uses DC power to feed the modules plugged into the rack. What are the two most common types of PLC programming devices? - Correct Answer: >>Hand-held programming devices and PC's. Explain the terms program and programming language as they apply to a PLC. - Correct Answer: >>Program- A user-developed series of instructions that directs the PLC to execute actions. Programming Language- Provides rules for combining the instructions so that they produce desired actions. What is the standard programming language used with PLCs? - Correct Answer: >>Ladder Logic.

The programmable controller operates in real time. What does this mean? - Correct Answer: >>Input data is processed virtually immediately, firing its programmed output. What two categories of software written and run on PCs are used in conjuncture with PLCs? - Correct Answer: >>PLC programming and documenting software HMI (human machine interface), a monitoring system for alarms, readings, etc. What is a programmable automation controller (PAC)? - Correct Answer:

A device that uses both PLC and PC functions. Can be used for advanced control. List four criteria by which PLC's are categorized. - Correct Answer: Functionality Number of inputs and outputs Cost Physical size

Future expansion What does the instruction set for a particular PLC refer to? - Correct Answer:

The different types of instructions used. The input diagram includes input power wiring, PLC input wiring, power rail, PLC input terminal and what else?

  • Output devices
  • Feedback devices
  • Structure devices
  • Input devices - Correct Answer: >>Input devices These PLC instructions control a switch inside the PLC's output module or main enclosure that turns power on or off at an output terminal.
  • Reverse coil
  • Output coil
  • Input coil
  • Direct coil - Correct Answer: >>Output coil The following graphic shows an example of what type of logic element?
  • AND
  • OR
  • NAND
  • NOR - Correct Answer: >>AND What does the abbreviation NC stand for?
  • Not controlled
  • Normally Controlled
  • Normally closed
  • Naturally Closed - Correct Answer: >>Normally closed Each output instruction is assigned to how many output terminals?
  • Multiple
  • Three
  • Two
  • One - Correct Answer: >>One What do symbolic I/O addresses do for a program?
  • Make it easier to read
  • Make it more difficult to read
  • Make it more difficult to troubleshoot
  • Provide symbols in place of IO addresses - Correct Answer: >>Make it easier to read What operation must happen to enter an address symbol?
  • Memory
  • Terminal - Correct Answer: >>Memory