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Programable Logic Controllers (PLCs) & SCADA Systems

 

Introduction:

This comprehensive course covers the essentials of SCADA and PLC systems, which are often used in close association with each other. Also, it covers recent developments as well as the latest application of SCADA, PLC technologies and fundamentals. It is aimed at those who want to be updated on the latest developments in SCADA and PLC systems and wish to gain a solid appreciation of the fundamentals of their design, installation and troubleshooting. It is designed to benefit you with up-to-date information on the application of PLC and SCADA systems to the automation and process control industries.

Course Objectives:

 

By the end of this course delegates will learn about:

  • Fundamentals of SCADA systems & essentials of SCADA software configuration
  • Tricks and tips in installation of SCADA systems
  • Essentials of data communications
  • Use of Industrial Ethernet in SCADA systems
  • OPC and SCADA systems & SCADA network security issues
  • How to troubleshoot SCADA systems
  • Specifying PLC hardware and installation criteria
  • Describe PLC software structure
  • How to write medium level PLC programs (using ladderlogic)
  • Troubleshooting a typical PLC system & specifying PLC systems

Who Should Attend?

Electrical engineers, engineering managers, instrumentation and control engineers, instrumentation technicians, process control engineers, process control operators, consulting engineers, design engineers, DCS personnel, shift electricians, trades staff working with or near PLCs

Course Outline:

Introduction

·     Introduction and brief history of PLCs, Alternative control systems – where do PLCs fit in?

·     Why PLCs have become so widely accepted, Lingering concerns about PLCs

Fundamentals of PLC Hardware

·     Block diagram of a typical PLC, PLC processor module – memory organization

·     Input and output section – module types, Power supplies

Background to SCADA

·     Fundamentals and definition of terms

·     Comparison of SCADA, DCS, PLC and smart instruments

·     Typical SCADA installations

SCADA System Hardware

·     Comparison of SCADA, DCS, PLC 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

·     System reliability and availability, Configuration of a master station

Fundamentals of PLC 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

·     Number systems, timers, types of register data, counters, bit shift and rotate, table functions and register (matrix) logic functions

SCADA Systems Software

·     Components of a SCADA system, Software – design of SCADA packages

·     Configuration of SCADA systems, Building the user interface

·     Connecting to PLCs and other hardware, SCADA system design

Good Programing Habits

·     Keeping track of addresses and data used

·     Looking ahead – how will programs be maintained?

·     Practical methods to improve quality, Organisation of code

·     Documentation, 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

Advanced Control with PLCs

PID Control

Safety Programmable Systems

Data Communications and Networking

Industrial Communications Protocols

Introduction to IEC 61131-3

SCADA Network Security

Local Area Networks (LANs)

 

COURSE LOCATIONS

Code From To City Fee
INST14 24 Feb 2020 06 Mar 2020 London US$ 8000 Book
INST14 20 Apr 2020 01 May 2020 Jakarta US$ 8500 Book
INST14 22 Jun 2020 03 Jul 2020 Vienna US$ 9500 Book
INST14 24 Aug 2020 04 Sep 2020 Barcelona US$ 8500 Book
INST14 11 Oct 2020 22 Oct 2020 Alexandria US$ 6500 Book
INST14 14 Dec 2020 25 Dec 2020 Istanbul US$ 7500 Book


DUBAI OFFICE

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Al Ittihad Rd, Deira
Dubai,
UAE

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USA OFFICE

642 E14 Street,
10009-13 Manhattan,
New York (NY)
USA

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EGYPT OFFICE

52 General Kamal Hejab Street,
Suez Bridge,
Cairo,
Egypt

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COURSE CERTIFICATE

Certificate of Completion will be provided to the candidate(s) who successfully attend and complete the course. Training hours attendance percentage of 75% is required.


TRAINING HOURS

Standard course hours: 8:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Informal discussions: 4:30 P.M. to 5:30 P.M.


TRAINING METHODOLOGY

We use a blend of interactive and hands-on methods, active participation, a variety of instructional techniques, dynamic presentations, individual and group exercises, in depth discussion, DVD’s, role-plays, case studies, examples. All of the information, competencies, knowledge and skills acquired within our training programs, are 100% transferrable to the participants’ workplace.


ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION

Pre-Test and Post-Test Assessment are applied on 5-day and 10-day programs. Also, post course evaluation and candidate’s evaluation are applied to add another level of quality measurement. Candidates’ feedback is highly appreciated to elevate the training service quality.


ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

A- Have staff trained in the latest training and development approaches

B- Support nationalization and talent management initiatives

C- Have properly trained and informed people who will be able to add value

D- Gain relevant technical knowledge, skills and competencies


PERSONAL IMPACT

A- Develop job related skills

B- Develop personal skills in subject matter

C- Have a record of your growth and learning results

D- Bring proof of your progress back to your organization

F- Become competent, effective and productive

G- Be more able to make sound decisions

H- Be more effective in day to day work by mastering job-related processes

I- Create and develop competency to perform job well


FREQUENT NOMINATIONS SCHEME

A- 10% discount after 05 candidates’ registration.

B- 15% discount after 10 candidates’ registration.    

C- 20% discount after 20 candidates’ registration.

D- 25% discount after 25 candidates’ registration.

E- 30% discount after 30 candidates’ registration

F- Higher discount rates will be offered based on work volume with different clients.  


SEVERAL NOMINATIONS ON THE SAME COURSE SCHEME

A- One extra free seat is offered on 4 candidates on the same course and dates.

B- Two extra free seats are offered on 6 candidates on the same course and dates.

C- Three extra free seats are offered on 8 candidates on the same course and dates.

D- Four extra free seats are offered on 10 candidates on the same course and dates.

E- Five extra free seats are offered on 12 candidates on the same course and dates.


REGISTRATION POLICY

Nominations to our public courses are to be processed by the client’s Training and/or HR departments. A refund will be issued back to the client in the event of course cancellation or seat unavailability. A confirmation will be issued to the relevant department official(s). 


CANCELLATION POLICY

If a confirmed registration is cancelled less than 5 working days prior to the course start date, a substitute participant may be nominated to attend the same course or a 20% cancellation charge is applied. In case of a no-show, a 100% fee will be charged.


PAYMENT POLICY

Payment is due upon receiving the course confirmation, invoice and/or proforma invoice. However; the fee due can be wire transferred to our bank account directly after course completion. Our bank details are illustrated on the confirmation, invoice and proforma invoice, as well. The above documents can be communicated electronically, i.e., in a soft copy or/and in hard copy based on customer’s request.


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