Practical Data Communications and Networking for Engineers and Technicians
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Practical Data Communications and Networking for Engineers and Technicians Course
Introduction:
Industrial data communication is distinct due to its operating environment, which is characterized by factors such as electromagnetic interference (EMI), long distances, and physical barriers. Unlike typical office requirements, conventional equipment often lacks the flexibility to meet the unique demands of data monitoring and process control in industrial settings. To address the growing needs in industrial data communications, specialized devices designed specifically for this purpose have emerged in the market. These devices have been developed based on field experience in solving challenging data communication issues and optimizing reliability and cost-effectiveness.
Given the multitude of standards available today, the focus is not on determining the absolute best standard, such as Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, DeviceNet, or Industrial Ethernet. Instead, the emphasis lies in selecting the most suitable technologies and standards for a specific application and ensuring that best practices are followed during the design, installation, and commissioning of the data communication links to ensure their fault-free operation.
The industrial data communication systems in your plant form the foundation of your entire operation. Therefore, it is crucial to apply best practices when designing, installing, and troubleshooting any potential issues that may arise. This course distills years of experience, providing valuable tips, tricks, and proven practices to follow.
Course Objectives:
Ethernet, TCP/IP and the Internet technologies are reshaping the way that control, data transfer, and maintenance are being carried out in industrial plants around the world. In this course, you will learn more about the latest developments in networking, including practical tips on testing TCP/IP based networks and where to safely use an industrial Web intranet. You will also explore the strengths and weakness of competing network technologies, including leased services such T1/T3, Frame Relay or ADSL, and private systems such as short haul modems and fiber optics. Special focus will be placed on the questions of security in the industrial setting. This course provides a thorough understanding of modern industrial data communication including basic communication principles, hardware interfaces such as RS232, communication protocols: ASCII based protocol, Modbus and other industrial protocols in peer-to-peer or network environment. The course provides "hands-on" work experience in using communication protocols
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for personnel with a need to understand the techniques required to use and apply modern industrial communications and telecommunications technology as productively and economically as possible. This includes the following:
- Electrical Engineers and Supervisors
- Control and Instrumentation Engineers and Supervisors
- SCADA and telemetry systems Engineers and Supervisors
- Process Control Engineers and Supervisors
- Engineering Managers
- Network Administrators
- Field Technical Support Staff
- Project management staff
Course Outlines:
Upon the successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:
- Apply traditional and current serial standards, such as EIA-232, 422, 423 and 485, in industrial plant floor settings.
- Learn the inner working of proprietary PLC networks.
- Understand Local Area Network (LAN) topologies and protocols.
- Compare media access techniques such as CSMA/CD, token passing and master/slave.
- Describe design methods for LANs using Ethernet.
- Understand the different Ethernet varieties and which are best for industry.
- Know your options for Ethernet hardware to avoid instant obsolescence and being locked in the past.
- Understand the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI)
- Expand your understanding of LAN, WAN intranet and Internet concepts
- Understand the how structure of the telephone system impacts industrial networks
- Understand analog dial-up connections and modems standards
- Understand modern digital WANs and the service options for corporate intranets
- Learn the basics of fiber-optic networks, including cable selection for the plant floor
- Understand the TCP/IP protocols, addressing, and troubleshooting
- Learn how to create a web server for an industrial intranet
- Understand where web technologies can safely be used for process control
- Learn the basics of network security and the procedures that should be followed for safe operations
- Understand the Smart Instrument Systems such as HART
- Understand the Fieldbus Protocols and Configurations
- Understand the Public Network Transport Technologies
- Understand the Wide Area and Converged Networking (PSTN/PBX/Internet/Intranet)
- Understand the Wireless Communications and their characteristics
- Understand the Enterprise Level Process Data Communications (ERP, MES, SCADA)