Troubleshooting & Problem Solving of PLCs & SCADA
Introduction:
The objective of this course is to help you troubleshoot, identify, prevent and fix common PLC and SCADA problems. The emphasis is on hard hitting information that goes beyond typical theory, focusing unerringly on providing you with the necessary skills to solve your problems whether it is a PLC, SCADA system, or indeed communications system linking the two together. This course is designed to benefit you with up-to-date information on the application of PLCs for the automation and process control of plants and factories. It will assist you with troubleshooting your PLC and SCADA systems. The content of the course brings everyone up to date by briefly reviewing PLC and SCADA systems and then examining in a logical step-by-step fashion with hands-on exercises (both PLCs and simulation software to get to the problems quickly) PLCs and SCADA systems. The key industrial communications problems are briefly covered.
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course delegates will be able to:
Who Should Attend?
Control engineers, design engineers, electrical engineers, electricians, instrumentation engineers, instrumentation technicians, IT technicians and IT staff, operators, project engineers, plant engineers, anyone working with PLCs
and those who want to achieve good proficiency in troubleshooting their PLC and SCADA systems.
Course Outline:
Introduction to PLCS and SCADA Systems
· PLC block diagram of components
· PLC processor module and memory organization
· PLC input/output modules, SCADA hardware, Power supplies, Good installation practice
Fundamentals of PLC Software
· Methods of representing logic, Boolean algebra, Instruction code
· Graphical representation: functional logic diagrams and ladderlogic
· Ladderlogic instruction set (coils and contacts/timers/counters)
· Advanced instructions (program flow/arithmetic/data transfer and PID)
· Start-up/shutdown and fault routines, Good programming habits
· Comparison of different manufacturers
SCADA Software
· Communication architectures, HMI interface
· SCADA software blocks, SCADA alarm management
Industrial Data Communications System
· Roadmap of different standards, RS-232/RS-485
· Profibus and DeviceNet, Industrial Ethernet
· TCP/IP, Modbus
Basics of Troubleshooting & Diagnosing Equipment
· Common symptoms, problems and solutions
· How to quickly identify likely causes, Overall basic steps
· Communications issues, Earthing, shielding and noise
PLCS Power and Earth
· Visual inspection, Measuring voltages, Power supply test
· AC ripple on DC power supplies, Batteries testing
· EMI/RFI impacts, Earthing and screening/shielding
Troubleshooting PLC Inputs/Outputs
· Internal memory status against the field activity, Digital input status
· Output modules and power supply, Fuses
· Forcing outputs ON and OFF, Leaky inputs and outputs
· Isolation problems, Tracking down intermittent problems
Troubleshooting PLC Analog Input/Outputs
· Isolated and non-isolated inputs, Ranges of analog inputs
· Forcing analog output ranges, Filtering and isolation issues
PLC Software Issues
· How to return the program to its original state
· Modifying an existing program, Modifying a program to trap problems
SCADA Troubleshooting Road Map
· Review of the key SCADA troubleshooting issues
· SCADA system troubleshooting, PLC/SCADA interfacing problems
Human Machine Interface (HMI)
· Configuration of database points, Troubleshooting I/O database
SCADA Alarm Configuration Issues
· Configuration of alarms
SCADA to PLC Interface Issues
· Drivers, Protocols, Throughput issues
Key Industrial Data Communications Problems & Troubleshooting
· Cabling and hardware (switches/routers/converters), Fibre optics
· Noise and interference, RS-485 issues, Industrial Ethernet, TCP/IP, Modbus
Installation and Commissioning
· Control room, MCC requirements, Installation of equipment, Loop testing
| Code | From | To | City | Fees | |
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| INST12 | 17 Feb 2020 | 28 Feb 2020 | Sydney | US$ 9500 | Register |
| INST12 | 27 Apr 2020 | 08 May 2020 | London | US$ 8000 | Register |
| INST12 | 28 Jun 2020 | 09 Jul 2020 | Cairo | US$ 6500 | Register |
| INST12 | 17 Aug 2020 | 28 Aug 2020 | Bangkok | US$ 7500 | Register |
| INST12 | 26 Oct 2020 | 06 Nov 2020 | Madrid | US$ 8500 | Register |
| INST12 | 07 Dec 2020 | 18 Dec 2020 | Kuala Lumpur | US$ 7500 | Register |
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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.
Standard course hours: 8:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Informal discussions: 4:30 P.M. to 5:30 P.M.
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.
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.
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