Small PLC Systems · Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Advanced Troubleshooting and Recovery
Work through complex small-PLC faults and recover a known-good application.
CIC-SP-M301 · 5-day course
Advanced fault finding and system recovery on small PLC systems — deeper diagnostics, communications and getting a stopped machine back into production.
View course fee and dates- Duration
- 5 days, hands-on
- Platform
- Small PLC Systems — SLC 500, MicroLogix and Micro800
- Pathway
- Maintenance and Troubleshooting · Level 301
- Location
- Sydney
- Certificate
- CIC certificate of completion
- Software progression
- RSLogix 500 → Connected Components Workbench (CCW) → FactoryTalk Design Workbench (FTDW)
The controller families describe the stream. Equipment and software used are specific to each course; ask CIC which controllers and software you’ll use.
Who it is for
Does this course fit your work?
- Experienced maintenance technicians extending their diagnostic depth
- Site leads who own recovery when a machine stops
Small PLC Systems
SLC 500, MicroLogix and Micro800
CIC’s legacy-to-micro training stream brings together Allen-Bradley SLC 500 and MicroLogix systems with the Micro800 controller family. Choose this stream if you or your team maintain these controllers, or want to develop skills for working with them.
The training progression starts with RSLogix 500 for SLC 500 and MicroLogix, then moves to Connected Components Workbench (CCW) and FactoryTalk Design Workbench (FTDW) for supported Micro800 controllers.
Before you start
Recommended: CIC-SP-M201 or solid experience troubleshooting small PLC systems.
New to this platform? Start with CIC-SP-101 — Legacy-to-Micro Foundations, or call CIC about your experience.
Maintaining existing machinery and developing applications are separate pathways. Compare the pathways if your responsibilities differ.
Choose your platform first, then the course level that matches your experience and responsibilities. You do not need to complete the Small PLC stream before starting Logix.
Not sure which stream fits? Tell CIC the PLC model or software used on your site and we’ll help you choose.
Practical outcomes
What you will practise
- Run a structured diagnostic process across harder, multi-cause fault scenarios
- Recover failed controllers — program loads, backups and restoring a known-good state
- Diagnose communications and peripheral issues around the controller
- Complete progressive fault-finding exercises on a dedicated trainer station
Why this is useful at work
For you as a learner
Build a more systematic approach to multi-cause faults, communications problems and backup recovery.
For your maintenance or engineering team
Develop a structured approach to troubleshooting and restoring known-good small-PLC applications.
Practical learning
Connect the logic to the equipment
Work through the course outcomes using progressive ladder-logic exercises and practical trainer work. Relate the application to its inputs, outputs and connected devices, with opportunities to discuss your approach with the instructor.
Contact CIC to discuss the detailed course outline and preparation for your chosen level.
Your place in the pathway
CIC-SP-M201
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Advanced Troubleshooting and Recovery
Talk through your training needs with CIC
CIC provides PLC programming, automation fault finding and industrial electrical support. Tell us the systems you work with and the tasks you want to practise so we can discuss the right course and starting level.
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Useful course questions
What knowledge should I have before attending?
Recommended: CIC-SP-M201 or solid experience troubleshooting small PLC systems.
Which software is relevant to this pathway?
The training progression starts with RSLogix 500 for SLC 500 and MicroLogix, then moves to Connected Components Workbench (CCW) and FactoryTalk Design Workbench (FTDW) for supported Micro800 controllers. The controller families describe the stream. Equipment and software used are specific to each course; ask CIC which controllers and software you’ll use.
What should I bring and how should I prepare?
Discuss laptop requirements, software access, venue details and daily times with CIC before booking. Bring a description of the tasks you want to practise; check permission before sharing any employer's program or equipment information.
Can my employer book me or several team members?
Yes. Individuals and employers can register for the same public course. Choose Individual booking or Company booking on the registration form. CIC reviews course fit and sends the booking invoice or payment link.
What certificate is provided?
The course provides a CIC certificate of completion. This is a practical skills course, not a nationally recognised qualification or a licence to carry out electrical work.
Does submitting a registration confirm my booking?
No. CIC first reviews course fit and sends the booking invoice or payment link. Your place is secured when the required booking deposit is received. Joining a waitlist does not reserve a place.
Course fee and what's included
AUD $4,345.00 per person
Includes GST. $3,950.00 ex GST + $395.00 GST.
- Instructor-led training
- Trainer-equipment use during training
- Course materials
- CIC certificate of completion
A 30% booking deposit is required on acceptance. The remaining balance must be paid before the training day.
Submitting a registration does not pay the deposit or confirm a place. CIC reviews course fit and sends the booking invoice or payment link; your place is secured when the required deposit is received.
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Course dates and booking status
Scheduled courses
Open training weeks
Choose this course for one of the weeks below.
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7–11 Dec 2026
Open for course selectionSydney
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14–18 Dec 2026
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4–8 Jan 2027
Open for course selectionSydney
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CIC-SP-M301
Not sure which level fits? Tell us the PLC systems you work with, your experience and the tasks you want to handle.
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If no listed date suits, tell CIC about your experience and training goals for CIC-SP-M301.
Booking for your team? Tell us how many people need training, the PLC platforms on your site and the skills you want them to develop.