Automation 8: HMI

Class Number: MECOMTRN 10664151-2 - Automation 8: HMI
Offering Status: Open
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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Course Description

10-664-151 AUTOMATION 8: HMI ...the functions of Human Machine Interface, Operator Interface Terminal software and generation of PLC program and screens adhering to written specification using Operator Interface Terminal and PLC software. (Pre-requisite: 10-664-105, Automation 6: PLC; Pre-requisite does not apply to the Cybersecurity Considerations for Industrial Controls Certificate)

Course Typically Offered

  • Fall
  • Spring

Most NWTC classes are offered in 8-week sessions. Learn more about how our class schedule can help you succeed.

What will I learn?

  1. Summarize the functions of Human Machine Interface
  2. Generate PLC program to communicate with a Operator Interface Terminal
  3. Produce a tag database with screen objects for Operator Interface Terminal
  4. Troubleshoot a Operator Interface Terminal application
  5. Validate a Operator Interface Terminal application via written specification

Class Details

Class Number:
MECOMTRN 10664151-2 - Automation 8: HMI
Location:
NWTC Green Bay
Date:
-
Delivery:
In-Person
Term:
2026 Fall Session 1

Class Notes

·         Class Format: Combination of in-person lectures and lab work and online learning materials.

·         Lab Activities: Complete hands-on labs in ET129 during posted open lab times.

·         Online Materials: Access anywhere with internet access.

·         Time Commitment: Plan for approximately 30 hours to complete the course.

·         Preparation: Review online materials and talk to an instructor in ET129 before starting lab work.

·         Questions: Reach out to the instructor through Canvas.

·         Lab Hours: ET129 is open for limited hours during summer; check with your instructor.

·         Campus Closures: Lab observes all college closure dates.

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
9/24/2026 - 10/29/2026 Self Paced
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Green Bay Campus Room ET129
9/24/2026 - 10/29/2026 Thursday
9:30 AM - 11:20 AM
Green Bay Campus Room ET217

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