We all know SCADA stands for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, but most of us confuse that with HMI- Human Machine Interface. SCADA is merely software whereas HMI is hardware. The advantage of SCADA is we can use a computer, install the SCADA software, and can work it like an HMI as well. This course is for those who are looking for basic and advanced knowledge of SCADA. This course has high-quality video tutorials in SCADA features and elements. You will also get information on "How to download
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We all know SCADA stands for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, but most of us confuse that with HMI- Human Machine Interface. SCADA is merely software whereas HMI is hardware. The advantage of SCADA is we can use a computer, install the SCADA software, and can work it like an HMI as well. This course is for those who are looking for basic and advanced knowledge of SCADA. This course has high-quality video tutorials in SCADA features and elements. You will also get information on "How to download
We all know SCADA stands for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, but most of us confuse that with HMI- Human Machine Interface. SCADA is merely software whereas HMI is hardware. The advantage of SCADA is we can use a computer, install the SCADA software, and can work it like an HMI as well. This course is for those who are looking for basic and advanced knowledge of SCADA. This course has high-quality video tutorials in SCADA features and elements. You will also get information on "How to download
The SCADA software which is used in this course is Ignition which can be downloaded for free from the Ignition website and can be used for a trial period of 2 hours which can be reset and used again. The PLCs which are used to interface with SCADA are Siemens S7-1200 and Micrologix 1400. However, any PLC which supports Ethernet
In this course, you will learn not only how to make SCADA screens but also how to log the PLC data in the database to make data analytics.
The following are the key features of the course:
High-Quality Video Tutorials
Link to download SCADA software
Presentations to review the content
Technical support.
This course starts from the basic introduction and ends with If you looking for a course to learn and apply the gained skills immediately, this course is for you. You will get a course completion certificate after completing the course.
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Learning objectives
- Install scada in their computer
- Link it to the plc and create tags
- Monitor and control plc operations
- Install scada in their computer
- Link it to the plc and create tags
- Monitor and control plc operations
Syllabus
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Syllabus
Learn how to to addressing for Siemens PLC in ignition SCADA. This way you can verify:
- PLC Status
- PLC Host name
- Bits, Word, Timer & Counter addressing
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Learn about SCADA
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Reviewing the basics of SCADA will help you build a stronger understanding before starting the course.
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Read through the course description and syllabus
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Watch the first few videos of the course
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Complete the pre-course quiz
Seeking Expert Guidance
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Identify and connect with experienced professionals in the field of industrial automation. Seek their guidance and mentorship to gain valuable insights, expand your knowledge, and enhance your career prospects.
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Attend industry events and conferences to network with potential mentors.
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Reach out to experts via LinkedIn or other professional platforms.
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Seek guidance from instructors or senior students with relevant experience.
Understanding SCADA and HMI
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Revisit the concepts of SCADA and HMI, their functions, benefits, and applications in industrial automation to strengthen your foundation for the course.
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SCADA
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Review online articles or introductory materials on SCADA and HMI systems.
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Summarize the key differences and similarities between SCADA and HMI.
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Explore real-world applications of SCADA systems in various industries, such as manufacturing, energy, and water treatment.
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Follow along with the video tutorials
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Following along with the video tutorials will introduce you to the concepts in a more interactive way.
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Set up your SCADA software and hardware
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Watch the tutorial videos
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Complete the exercises in the tutorial videos
Join the course discussion forum
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Joining the course discussion forum will give you an opportunity to connect with other students and ask questions.
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Introduce yourself to the other students
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Ask questions about the course material
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Answer questions from other students
Answer questions in the course discussion forum
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Answering questions in the course discussion forum will help you reinforce your understanding of the course material.
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Read through the questions in the discussion forum
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Answer questions that you can answer
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Provide helpful and constructive feedback
Installing and Configuring Ignition SCADA Software
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Follow step-by-step tutorials to install, configure, and set up Ignition SCADA software on your computer, providing a hands-on experience with the platform used in the course.
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Download and install Ignition SCADA software using the provided link.
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Create a new SCADA project and configure basic settings.
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Connect to a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) using the appropriate communication protocol.
Configure a SCADA system
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Configuring a SCADA system will give you hands-on experience with the software and hardware.
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Connect your SCADA software to your PLC
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Create a project in your SCADA software
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Configure the I/O tags in your SCADA project
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Create a SCADA screen
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Test your SCADA system
PLC Integration and Control
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Engage in collaborative discussions with peers to troubleshoot PLC integration issues, exchange ideas on control algorithms, and explore advanced SCADA-PLC communication techniques, enhancing your overall understanding of industrial automation systems.
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Join online forums or discussion groups dedicated to SCADA-PLC integration.
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Participate in discussions, sharing your experiences and seeking guidance from others.
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Attend virtual or in-person workshops to gain practical insights from industry experts.
Create a SCADA system for a real-world application
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Creating a SCADA system for a real-world application will give you a chance to apply your knowledge and skills.
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Identify a real-world application for a SCADA system
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Design the SCADA system
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Implement the SCADA system
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Test the SCADA system
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Document the SCADA system
SCADA Project Development
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Develop a SCADA project from scratch, implementing the concepts learned in the course. Create graphical user interfaces, configure alarms and events, and incorporate data logging and reporting features to enhance your practical skills.
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Data Visualization
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Define project requirements and design the SCADA interface.
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Design control logic and implement it using ladder logic or function blocks.
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Create alarm and event handling mechanisms to ensure timely response to process deviations.
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Implement data logging and reporting features for data analysis and performance monitoring.
Learn about SCADA
Show steps
Reviewing the basics of SCADA will help you build a stronger understanding before starting the course.
Browse courses on
SCADA
Show steps
- Read through the course description and syllabus
- Watch the first few videos of the course
- Complete the pre-course quiz
Seeking Expert Guidance
Show steps
Identify and connect with experienced professionals in the field of industrial automation. Seek their guidance and mentorship to gain valuable insights, expand your knowledge, and enhance your career prospects.
Show steps
- Attend industry events and conferences to network with potential mentors.
- Reach out to experts via LinkedIn or other professional platforms.
- Seek guidance from instructors or senior students with relevant experience.
Understanding SCADA and HMI
Show steps
Revisit the concepts of SCADA and HMI, their functions, benefits, and applications in industrial automation to strengthen your foundation for the course.
Browse courses on
SCADA
Show steps
- Review online articles or introductory materials on SCADA and HMI systems.
- Summarize the key differences and similarities between SCADA and HMI.
- Explore real-world applications of SCADA systems in various industries, such as manufacturing, energy, and water treatment.
Follow along with the video tutorials
Show steps
Following along with the video tutorials will introduce you to the concepts in a more interactive way.
Show steps
- Set up your SCADA software and hardware
- Watch the tutorial videos
- Complete the exercises in the tutorial videos
Join the course discussion forum
Show steps
Joining the course discussion forum will give you an opportunity to connect with other students and ask questions.
Show steps
- Introduce yourself to the other students
- Ask questions about the course material
- Answer questions from other students
Answer questions in the course discussion forum
Show steps
Answering questions in the course discussion forum will help you reinforce your understanding of the course material.
Show steps
- Read through the questions in the discussion forum
- Answer questions that you can answer
- Provide helpful and constructive feedback
Installing and Configuring Ignition SCADA Software
Show steps
Follow step-by-step tutorials to install, configure, and set up Ignition SCADA software on your computer, providing a hands-on experience with the platform used in the course.
Show steps
- Download and install Ignition SCADA software using the provided link.
- Create a new SCADA project and configure basic settings.
- Connect to a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) using the appropriate communication protocol.
Configure a SCADA system
Show steps
Configuring a SCADA system will give you hands-on experience with the software and hardware.
Show steps
- Connect your SCADA software to your PLC
- Create a project in your SCADA software
- Configure the I/O tags in your SCADA project
- Create a SCADA screen
- Test your SCADA system
PLC Integration and Control
Show steps
Engage in collaborative discussions with peers to troubleshoot PLC integration issues, exchange ideas on control algorithms, and explore advanced SCADA-PLC communication techniques, enhancing your overall understanding of industrial automation systems.
Show steps
- Join online forums or discussion groups dedicated to SCADA-PLC integration.
- Participate in discussions, sharing your experiences and seeking guidance from others.
- Attend virtual or in-person workshops to gain practical insights from industry experts.
Create a SCADA system for a real-world application
Show steps
Creating a SCADA system for a real-world application will give you a chance to apply your knowledge and skills.
Show steps
- Identify a real-world application for a SCADA system
- Design the SCADA system
- Implement the SCADA system
- Test the SCADA system
- Document the SCADA system
SCADA Project Development
Show steps
Develop a SCADA project from scratch, implementing the concepts learned in the course. Create graphical user interfaces, configure alarms and events, and incorporate data logging and reporting features to enhance your practical skills.
Browse courses on
Data Visualization
Show steps
- Define project requirements and design the SCADA interface.
- Design control logic and implement it using ladder logic or function blocks.
- Create alarm and event handling mechanisms to ensure timely response to process deviations.
- Implement data logging and reporting features for data analysis and performance monitoring.
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