Specialized Computer used to contol machines and processes.
What is a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)?
100
T or F Automation increases production
What is T
100
Programs used to design architectural, mechanical and electrical engineering drawings.
What is CAD (Computer Aided Design)?
200
Used to communicate with PLC's and other computers.
What is HMI and CHI? (Human-Machine Interface and Computer-Machine Interface)
200
T or F Markets can reach 41.6 billion dollars by 2014.
What is T
200
Programs used to control manufacturing equipment.
What is CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing)?
300
A term used for describing a high level of automation in a manufacturing enterprise.
What is Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM)?
300
Computer systems or application programs which are outdated and incompatible with other systems, but are too costly to replace or redesign. They are often large, intimidating, and difficult to modify.
What is Legacy Systems?
400
The process of connecting systems, devices, and programs together in a common architecture so as to share and exchange data.
What is System Integration?
400
A computer program or software stored permanently in PROM or ROM.
What is Firmware?
500
An electronic device, often an integrated circuit, that converts a digital number into a corresponding analog voltage or current.
What is DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter)?
500
This programming language simulates the operation of electromechanical relays. Looks like a ladder.