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programmable logic controller

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engineering, manufacturing and construction

engineering and engineering trades

electronics and automation

programmable logic controller

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Description

Programmable logic controllers or PLC's are computer control systems used for the monitoring and control of input and output as well as the automation of electromechanical processes.

Alternative Labels

computer control system

logic controller that is programmable

PLC

PLC technology

technology of PLCs

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knowledge

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cross-sector skills and competences

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DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion of the European Commission developed ESCO in collaboration with stakeholders and with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

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Current version: ESCO v1.2 (Last update 15/05/2024)