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Duration 35 hours
Course Outline
Industrial Automation and Control Fundamentals
- Automation architecture within a production plant.
- Sensors, actuators, and field signal handling.
- Subsystems for transport, feeding, dosing, and packaging.
SIMATIC S7-1500 Hardware and System Architecture
- CPU families, signal modules, and distributed I/O systems.
- Power supply, grounding, and control panel organization.
- Status LEDs, CPU displays, and module indicators.
TIA Portal Project Structure and Device Configuration
- Managing project views, devices, and network structures.
- Hardware configuration and device parameter settings.
- 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.
- Cross-referencing field signals with 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 using cross-references.
- Understanding symbol tables, tags, and variable naming conventions.
- Tracing logical conditions that trigger 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 setups.
Interlocks, Permissives and Automatic Sequences
- Interlock and permissive condition logic.
- Step sequences and state-based control mechanisms.
- Diagnosing sequences blocked at specific steps.
SIMATIC HMI Configuration and Operation
- Panel screens, tag mapping, and navigation.
- Operating modes and control initiation from the HMI.
- Displaying equipment status and process values.
HMI Alarms and PLC Diagnostics Messages
- Alarm classes, priority levels, and acknowledgement processes.
- System diagnostics and controller alarms.
- Process and program-based monitoring messages.
Variable Frequency Drives: Fundamentals and Applications
- Drive principles and control methodologies.
- Interaction between drive, motor, and mechanical load.
- Common drive configurations on production equipment.
- Yaskawa drives and other prevalent drive brands in the plant.
VFD Configuration and Commissioning
- Parameter groups and access level management.
- Motor data entry, auto-tuning, and test runs.
- Backup, restoration, and parameter documentation.
VFD Fault Diagnosis and Troubleshooting
- Fault, alarm, and parameter error codes.
- Fault history logs and monitoring values.
- Diagnosing drive, motor, cable, and mechanical faults.
Drive Control from the PLC
- Start, stop, and speed reference signal management.
- Status, ready, and fault feedback signals.
- Resolving discrepancies between PLC and drive states.
Industrial Communication and Network Troubleshooting
- PROFINET and Ethernet fundamentals.
- Device names, IP addressing, and network topology.
- Connection diagnostics and communication fault isolation.
TIA Portal Diagnostics and Structured Troubleshooting
- Real-time online monitoring and watch tables.
- Utilizing the diagnostics buffer and CPU web server.
- Comparing online and offline program versions.
- Moving from fault symptoms to root cause analysis.
- Electrical, mechanical, and control-side verification checks.
- Documenting findings and defining escalation criteria.
Step-by-Step Diagnosis of a Stopped Machine
- Recommended sequence of checks when equipment halts.
- Cross-referencing HMI alarms, PLC logic, and drive status.
- Identifying blocking conditions and restoring normal operation.
Practical Fault Scenario Exercises
- Exercises focused on sensor, actuator, and I/O signal checks.
- Motor, drive, and start/stop fault simulations.
- Communication interruption and alarm interpretation tasks.
- Interlock and sequence faults that block machine steps.
Making Basic Program Modifications
- Adjusting timers, setpoints, and parameters.
- Adding or modifying tags and simple logic structures.
- Testing, documenting, and reverting changes safely.
Capstone: End-to-End Troubleshooting Case
- Comprehensive fault diagnosis on a production line model.
- Decision-making between repair, adjustment, and escalation.
- Individual feedback and personalized improvement planning.
Requirements
- Fundamental understanding of electrical circuits and industrial machinery.
- Introductory exposure to PLC concepts (university-level knowledge is acceptable).
- Basic ability to read and interpret technical manuals for drives and equipment.
Target Audience
- Maintenance technicians and engineers working with automated production lines.
- Electricians and technical staff transitioning into automation and control roles.
- Staff responsible for diagnosing PLC, HMI, drive, and communication issues.
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