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Duration 35 hours
Course Outline
Foundations of Industrial Automation and Control
- Automation architecture within a production plant.
- Sensors, actuators, and field signal integration.
- Subsystems for transport, feeding, dosing, and packaging.
SIMATIC S7-1500 Hardware and System Architecture
- CPU families, signal modules, and distributed I/O.
- Power supply, grounding, and control panel layout.
- Interpreting status LEDs, CPU displays, and module indicators.
TIA Portal Project Structure and Device Configuration
- Project views, device management, and network setup.
- Hardware configuration and parameterization.
- Loading, saving, and comparing project versions.
PLC Inputs and Outputs: Signals and Addressing
- Digital and analog addressing schemes.
- 24 V DC signal circuits and wiring verification.
- Validating field signals against program logic.
Ladder Logic and Basic Programming
- Contacts, coils, and set/reset operations.
- Timers, counters, and comparison instructions.
- Functions, function blocks, and data blocks.
Interpreting Existing Programs and Control Logic
- Navigating program blocks and utilizing cross-references.
- Symbol tables, tag management, and variable naming conventions.
- Tracing logical conditions that drive specific outputs.
Motors and Motor Start/Stop Control
- Start, stop, and latching conditions.
- Motor protection mechanisms and run feedback signals.
- Direction control and multi-motor configurations.
Interlocks, Permissives, and Automatic Sequences
- Interlock and permissive condition logic.
- Step sequences and state-based control strategies.
- Diagnosing sequences blocked at specific steps.
SIMATIC HMI Configuration and Operation
- Panel screens, tag binding, and navigation.
- Operating modes and HMI-based control.
- Displaying equipment status and process values.
HMI Alarms and PLC Diagnostics Messages
- Alarm classes, priority levels, and acknowledgement.
- System diagnostics and controller alarms.
- Process and program-based monitoring messages.
Variable Frequency Drives: Fundamentals and Applications
- Drive principles and control methodologies.
- Interaction between drives, motors, and mechanical loads.
- Typical drive configurations in production settings.
- Yaskawa drives and other common brands in plant environments.
VFD Configuration and Commissioning
- Parameter groups and access levels.
- Motor data entry, auto-tuning, and test runs.
- Backing up, restoring, and documenting parameters.
VFD Fault Diagnosis and Troubleshooting
- Fault, alarm, and parameter error codes.
- Reviewing fault history and monitoring values.
- Diagnosing drive, motor, cable, and mechanical faults.
Drive Control from the PLC
- Start, stop, and speed reference signals.
- Status, ready, and fault feedback signals.
- Diagnosing discrepancies between PLC and drive states.
Industrial Communication and Network Troubleshooting
- PROFINET and Ethernet fundamentals.
- Device names, IP addresses, and network topology.
- Connection diagnostics and resolving communication faults.
TIA Portal Diagnostics and Structured Troubleshooting
- Real-time online monitoring and watch tables.
- Diagnostics buffer and CPU web server.
- Comparing online and offline program states.
- Tracing from fault symptom to root cause.
- Electrical, mechanical, and control-side inspections.
- Documenting findings and defining escalation criteria.
Step-by-Step Diagnosis of a Stopped Machine
- Procedural checks when equipment halts.
- Cross-referencing HMI alarms, PLC logic, and drive status.
- Identifying blocking conditions and restoring operation.
Practical Fault Scenario Exercises
- Exercises for checking sensors, actuators, and I/O signals.
- Motor, drive, and start/stop fault simulations.
- Handling communication interruptions and interpreting alarms.
- Resolving interlock and sequence faults blocking machine steps.
Making Basic Program Modifications
- Adjusting timers, setpoints, and parameters.
- Adding or modifying tags and simple logic.
- Testing, documenting, and reverting changes as needed.
Capstone: End-to-End Troubleshooting Case
- Comprehensive fault diagnosis on a production line model.
- Decision-making between repair, adjustment, and escalation.
- Individual feedback and development planning.
Requirements
- Fundamental understanding of electrical circuits and industrial machinery.
- Introductory exposure to PLC concepts (university-level knowledge is sufficient).
- Basic proficiency in reading technical manuals for drives and equipment.
Target Audience
- Maintenance technicians and engineers managing automated production equipment.
- Electricians and technical staff transitioning into automation and control roles.
- Professionals responsible for diagnosing PLC, HMI, drive, and communication faults.
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