P01
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 01 - Create SCL Project
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Open TIA Portal and create a new training project.
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STEP 02Add a PLC CPU or simulator-supported controller.
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STEP 03Create a project folder named D:\Softwell_Training\SCL_Programming.
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STEP 04Save the project with the name Softwell_SCL_Manual.
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Expected Result
SCL training project is created and ready for programming blocks.
Talk to Automation Advisor
Get expert guidance for course selection, corporate training, project support and practical learning path.
Course GuidanceSelect the correct PLC SCADA, corporate, online or Industry 4.0 path.
Batch SupportGet schedule, duration, mode and prerequisite guidance.
Project AdviceDiscuss plant, automation, reporting or training requirement.
P02
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 02 - Create First SCL Function
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Open Program blocks and add a new Function.
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STEP 02Select language SCL and name it FC_First_SCL.
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STEP 03Create input variable StartCmd of type Bool.
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STEP 04Create output variable RunCmd of type Bool.
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Expected Result
First SCL function compiles successfully and copies input command to output command.
Skills & Tools You Will Learn
Important automation skills are arranged for job-level, project-level and Industry 4.0 learning.
PLC ProgrammingLadder, SCL/ST, hardware, I/O mapping and troubleshooting.
SCADA / HMITags, screens, alarms, trends, scripts and reporting.
Industry 4.0 ToolsOPC UA, SQL Server, Python, dashboards and Excel/PDF reports.
P03
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 03 - Call SCL Function from Main Program
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Open the main program block.
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STEP 02Drag or call FC_First_SCL inside the main logic.
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STEP 03Connect StartCmd to a test tag or memory bit.
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STEP 04Connect RunCmd to an output or memory bit.
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Expected Result
SCL function is called from the main program and responds to the test input.
P04
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 04 - Boolean Logic in SCL
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Create FC_Boolean_Logic in SCL.
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STEP 02Add inputs StartPB, StopPB and FaultActive.
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STEP 03Add output MotorRun.
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STEP 04Write logic using AND, OR and NOT operators.
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Expected Result
Boolean SCL logic correctly controls MotorRun based on start, stop and fault status.
Why Choose Softwell Automation
Learn automation with practical examples, industrial troubleshooting approach and complete IT/OT learning path.
Industry Experienced TrainerReal plant examples and project based training.
Hands-on LearningPLC logic, SCADA, VFD, communication and reporting practice.
Flexible ModesOnline, classroom, corporate and in-plant options.
P05
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 05 - Set Reset Logic
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Create a function block FB_Motor_Latch in SCL.
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STEP 02Add StartPB, StopPB and Fault inputs.
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STEP 03Add static variable RunMemory.
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STEP 04Write latch logic so Start sets and Stop/Fault resets RunMemory.
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Expected Result
Motor latch keeps run command active until stop or fault condition resets it.
Course Contents / Curriculum
The curriculum follows a practical sequence from fundamentals to project integration.
Level 01Basic PLC, wiring, addressing and ladder logic.
Level 02Advanced PLC, networking, SCADA and diagnostics.
Level 03OPC UA, SQL, Python, reports and IT/OT integration.
P06
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 06 - Timer Logic in SCL
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Create FB_StartDelay in SCL.
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STEP 02Declare TON timer instance in the static area.
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STEP 03Add StartCmd input and DelayedRun output.
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STEP 04Call the TON timer with PT value T#5s.
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Expected Result
SCL timer logic creates a verified start delay.
Frequently Asked Questions About SCL Programming Manual Structured Control Language Practical Manual
Who can join this training?
Students, freshers, working engineers, maintenance teams and corporate plant engineers can join based on their requirement.
Is practical training included?
Yes. The training is focused on PLC, SCADA, HMI, VFD, communication, troubleshooting and project based practice.
Can I request online or corporate training?
Yes. Softwell Automation provides classroom, online, corporate and in-plant training options.
P07
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 07 - Counter Logic in SCL
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Create FB_PartCounter in SCL.
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STEP 02Add PartSensor input and Reset input.
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STEP 03Use rising edge logic or counter instruction as per trainer setup.
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STEP 04Increment CountValue for every detected part.
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Expected Result
Part counter increments on sensor pulses and resets correctly.
P08
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 08 - Analog Scaling Function
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Create FC_Scale_Analog in SCL.
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STEP 02Add RawValue, RawMin, RawMax, EngMin and EngMax inputs.
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STEP 03Add ScaledValue output as Real.
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STEP 04Write linear scaling formula in SCL.
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Expected Result
Analog raw value is converted into engineering units using SCL formula.
P09
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 09 - Limit and Alarm Logic
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Create FC_Limit_Check in SCL.
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STEP 02Add ProcessValue, LowLimit and HighLimit inputs.
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STEP 03Add LowAlarm, HighAlarm and Normal outputs.
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STEP 04Write comparison logic using less-than and greater-than operators.
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Expected Result
SCL comparison logic generates low, high and normal status outputs correctly.
P10
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 10 - Case Statement Practical
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Create FC_Mode_Select in SCL.
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STEP 02Add ModeNo input as Int.
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STEP 03Add AutoMode, ManualMode and MaintenanceMode outputs.
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STEP 04Use CASE ModeNo OF for mode selection.
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Expected Result
CASE statement selects the correct operating mode and handles invalid mode values.
P11
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 11 - For Loop Practical
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Create FC_Array_Total in SCL.
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STEP 02Create an array input or internal array of production counts.
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STEP 03Use FOR loop to add all array values.
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STEP 04Store result in TotalCount output.
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Expected Result
FOR loop calculates total count from array values.
P12
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 12 - Array Average Function
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Create FC_Array_Average in SCL.
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STEP 02Use an array of Real values as sample data.
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STEP 03Loop through all values and calculate sum.
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STEP 04Divide by number of samples to create AverageValue.
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Expected Result
SCL array average calculation returns the expected average value.
P13
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 13 - String Handling in SCL
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Create FC_Batch_String in SCL.
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STEP 02Add BatchPrefix and BatchNumber inputs.
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STEP 03Convert or combine values into a batch text string as per available functions.
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STEP 04Store final text in BatchName output.
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Expected Result
SCL string logic creates a readable batch name for reports and HMI display.
P14
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 14 - Function Block with Instance DB
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Create FB_Valve_Control in SCL.
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STEP 02Add OpenCmd, CloseCmd, OpenFB and CloseFB signals.
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STEP 03Use static variables for internal command memory and fault status.
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STEP 04Call FB_Valve_Control twice with separate instance DBs.
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Expected Result
Reusable SCL function block controls multiple valves with separate instance data.
P15
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 15 - Data Block Access
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Create a global data block DB_Process_Setpoints.
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STEP 02Add setpoints for speed, temperature and pressure.
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STEP 03Read these setpoints inside an SCL block.
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STEP 04Use the values in limit or scaling calculations.
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Expected Result
SCL block reads and uses global data block setpoints.
P16
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 16 - Fault Code Generation
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Create FC_Fault_Code in SCL.
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STEP 02Add multiple alarm inputs such as EStop, Overload and HighTemp.
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STEP 03Assign numeric fault codes based on priority.
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STEP 04Use IF ELSIF structure for priority handling.
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Expected Result
SCL fault code logic produces correct priority-based diagnostic code.
P17
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 17 - Machine Sequence in SCL
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Create FB_Sequence_Control in SCL.
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STEP 02Declare StepNo as static integer.
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STEP 03Use CASE StepNo OF to build sequence steps.
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STEP 04Add transition conditions for Start, SensorDone and Reset.
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Expected Result
SCL sequence logic moves through machine steps in the correct order.
P18
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 18 - SCL Diagnostics Watch Table
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Create a watch table for SCL block inputs, outputs and static variables.
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STEP 02Add key variables such as StepNo, RunMemory and FaultCode.
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STEP 03Go online or start simulation.
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STEP 04Force or modify inputs carefully as per trainer instruction.
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Expected Result
Watch table helps diagnose SCL logic and internal variables.
P19
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 19 - Optimize and Comment SCL Code
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Open one completed SCL block.
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STEP 02Add clear comments above major logic sections.
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STEP 03Rename unclear variables to meaningful names.
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STEP 04Remove unused temporary variables.
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Expected Result
SCL code is readable, maintainable and compiles cleanly.
P20
Softwell Digital Practical Manual
Practical 20 - Final SCL Programming Project
Philosophy: Open the software, open the Softwell manual, and perform the practical.
SCL ProgrammingPLC LogicFunctionsAutomation
Software: TIA Portal with SCL / Structured Control Language editor
Setup: Engineering laptop, PLC simulator or training PLC, sample I/O tags
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STEP 01Build one integrated SCL project using motor latch, analog scaling and sequence logic.
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STEP 02Add fault code generation and watch table diagnostics.
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STEP 03Call all required SCL blocks from the main program.
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STEP 04Run simulation or hardware test for the complete flow.
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Expected Result
Final SCL project demonstrates reusable functions, function blocks, diagnostics and complete machine logic.
