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Provided by: Petroleum Training Institute Distributed Control SystemsEngineering |
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Training
Provided by Petroleum Training Institute
The main topics covered are:
Advanced Studies in Distributed Control Systems
The elements of a DCS
The ISO/ OSI model
Sections used by a DCS (i. e. 3 layer model)
Foundation Fieldbus
The HART protocol
The Ethernet
Describe the digital control loop
Describe other protocols such as Modbus and Profibus
Relate Modbus and Profibus to the Foundation Fieldbus
Distributed control system architecture
Direct digital control (DDC)
The computer/ PLC architecture
Foundation Fieldbus Architecture
Describe the differences between a CSC systems and a DDC system
Describe a data highway based system
DescribeDescribe polling and other methods of gaining access to the bus
Digital error checking techniques
Describe the physical layer, RS 232-C, RS 422 and fibre optic communications
The classroom training is enhanced by the use of role-play, personal computer systems (CBT) where available and related exercises.
Related Jobs or Careers: Automation/Instrument Technician
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Distributed Control Systems
The course looks at the two main types of DCS architecture aiming to describe what is truly meant by "distributed control". The starting point is the computer/ PLC architecture folowed by the fieldbus architecture. The advantages and disadvantages of each are discussed. The introduction of Smart field instruments and the digital valve. We briefly look at wireless networks in process control and the effects of this innovation. The topic of human machine interface design is discussed in some depth.
We look briefly at the subject of the PLC and methods of programming. This is followed by other programming examples and the introduction of the Ethernet. Communications standards are briefly examined, RS-232, RS 485 etc.
Fibre optic communications are examined due to their inherent reliability and simplicity.
The problems of DCS maintenance and test procedures are also covered.
Assessment is by multiple choice question papers and where appropriate, practical exercises. Methodology is formal classroom lectures supported by video, DVD and CBT.
We look briefly at the subject of the PLC and methods of programming. This is followed by other programming examples and the introduction of the Ethernet. Communications standards are briefly examined, RS-232, RS 485 etc.
Fibre optic communications are examined due to their inherent reliability and simplicity.
The problems of DCS maintenance and test procedures are also covered.
Assessment is by multiple choice question papers and where appropriate, practical exercises. Methodology is formal classroom lectures supported by video, DVD and CBT.
About The Training Provider: Petroleum Training Institute
Petroleum Training Institute - Short courses specifically for the oil and gas industry. I cover engineering topics such as instrumentation for apprentices to advanced technician level. I also have courses on automation systems (Distributed Control Systems), fiscal metering, electronics and programmable logic controllers. To see a full list of courses please visit my website.
