During this 5 day course participants will develop a functional, basic HMI/SCADA application using pre-existing ladder logic. The course includes an overview of Ethernet networks, networking software, PLC data types, and best practices for designing a cohesive and effective HMI.
Content Overview:
● HMI vs SCADA
○ Differences between HMI and SCADA, Advantages/Disadvantages
● Networking Basics & Understanding Ethernet Networks
○ Unmanaged Switches, Managed Switches, IP Structure, Subnet & Gateways, Assigning IP’s & Plant IP Management
● Networking Software
○ How to use RSLinx/FactoryTalk Linx
● PLC Datatypes
○ Introduction to PLC Datatypes, UDTs, and Add-on Instructions and How They Are Used within an HMI Environment
● HMI Software
○ PanelView Plus, Factory Talk SE, Ignition
● HMI Design Concepts
○ Good Design Concepts, HMI Screen Breakdown
● Screen Access
○ PV Setup Screen, Upload/Download, CHG Comms
● Screen Development