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UNIT 1: INTRODUCTION

Introduction and brief history of PLC controls
Alternative control systems - where do PLCs fit in?
Why PLC control has become so widely accepted
Lingering concerns about PLC control
FUNDAMENTALS OF PLC HARDWARE
Block diagram of typical PLC
PLC processor module - memory organization
Input and output section - module types
Power supplies

UNIT 2: BACKGROUND TO SCADA CONTROL

Fundamentals and definition of terms
Comparison of SCADA and PLC systems, and DCS
Smart instruments
Typical SCADA control installations
SCADA CONTROL SYSTEM HARDWARE
Comparison of SCADA and PLC control systems, and DCS and Smart instruments
Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) structure
Analog and digital input/output modules
Application programs
PLCs used as RTUs
Master site structure
Communications architectures
Point-to-point and point-to-multipoint systems
Systemreliability and availability
Configuration of a master station

UNIT 3: FUNDAMENTALS OF PLC CONTROL SOFTWARE

Methods of representing Logic, Boolean Algebra, instruction code and graphical presentation
Fundamental ladder logic instruction set
Comparison of different manufacturers, memory and data representation and instruction code
USING LADDER LOGIC FOR SIMPLE DIGITAL FUNCTIONS
The basic rules
Comparison of relay ladder diagrams
The concept of the 'scan' and how to apply it
Infinite fan-out
Contact 'normal' states
Positive and negative logic
Basic Boolean functions
The usefulness of DeMorgan's Law
USING REGISTERS (WORDS)
Number systems, Timers, Types of register data, Counters, Bit shift and rotate, Table functions and
Register (Matrix) logic functions

UNIT 4: SCADA CONTROL SYSTEMS SOFTWARE

Components of a SCADA control system
Software - design of SCADA packages
Configuration of SCADA control systems
Building the user interface
Connecting SCADA and PLC controls to other hardware
SCADA control systemdesign
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UNIT 5: GOOD PROGRAMMING HABITS

Keeping track of addresses and data used
Looking ahead - how will programs be maintained?
LOCAL AREA NETWORKS (LANs)
Ethernet networks
Industrial Ethernet
TCP/IP
LAN connectivity: bridges, routers and switches
Redundancy options
Web based Industrial SCADA control
Wireless
OPC
Practical methods to improve quality: organization of code, thorough documentation and simplifying
changes
GOOD INSTALLATION PRACTICE
Location of hardware
Good wiring practice
Cable spacing, power distribution and wire numbering
Reducing noise and interference
Screening and shielding

UNIT 6: HUMAN MACHINE INTERFACES (HMIs)

Human and ergonomic factors
HMI configuration
Design and layout
Alarming and reporting philosophies
Alarm systemdesign
GOOD INSTALLATION PRACTICE
Recommended installation practice
Ergonomic considerations

UNIT 7: ADVANCED CONTROL WITH PLCs

The concept of reusable logic
Examples, drive logic and alarm handling
Use of advanced programming functions
Matrix logic
Table functions and indirect addressing
Example: simple display driver
BATCH PROCESSES AND SEQUENTIAL CONTROL
Remembering the program state
Creating a 'stepper'
Step advance
Fault detection and recovery
Operator intervention
Multiple recipes or alternative paths
Sequential function charts
PID CONTROL
The importance of timing and scan time
When PID is not always appropriate:
- Intermittent measurements
- Long transport delays
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SAFETY PROGRAMMABLE SYSTEMS

Why regular PLCs should not be used for safety functions
Programmable electronic logic solvers
Safety certification
Certified programming systems
Application examples
Growth of networked safety devices and certified networks
Integrated safety systems

UNIT 8: LANDLINE MEDIA

Background to cables
Noise and interference on cables
Twisted pair cables and fibre optic cables
Public network provided services
WIDE AREA NETWORK (WAN) TECHNOLOGIES
Digital hierarchies, T1 and E1
Packet switching
Frame relay
ATM
SDH/sonnet

UNIT 9: INTRODUCTION TO IEC 61131-3

Concepts
Common elements
Programming languages: structured text
Function block diagrams

UNIT 10: SCADA NETWORK SECURITY

Introduction
Authentication and encryption
SCADA firewalls
Firewall architectures and guidelines
TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE
Troubleshooting SCADA and PLC control systems
Maintenance tasks
SPECIFICATION OF SYSTEMS
Common pitfalls, Standards, Performance criteria, Testing, Documentation and Future trends

UNIT 11: BUILDING A PLC PANEL, AS WELL AS GENERAL COMMISSIONING, TESTING AND
UPGRADING

Electrical design & construction
Commissioning & Installation
Simulation & Testing
ProblemIsolation & Faultfinding
Upgrading of control systems




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UNIT 12: INDUSTRIAL COMMUNICATIONS PROTOCOLS

RS-232 interface standard
RS-485 interface standard
Fieldbus
Modbus
DNP3.0
MODEMS
Introduction and principles
Asynchronous/synchronous
Modulation techniques
Error detection and correction
Troubleshooting

PRACTICAL EXERCISES

Throughout the course you will participate in hands-on

exercises using simulation software, which will help

you put theory to practice immediately!

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

Any person who would otherwise have attended an

EIT training course in person is welcome to register.

Some practical work experience in some of these

topics would obviously be advantageous.

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