I. Introduction to Industrial Automation and SCADA
1. Introduction to Industrial Automation:
-History and Evolution of Industrial Automation
-Benefits of Automation in Industry
-Different Levels of Automation (PLC, DCS, SCADA)
2. Introduction to SCADA Systems:
-Definition and Purpose of SCADA
-Key Components of a SCADA System (HMI, PLC, RTU, Communication Networks)
-SCADA System Architecture and Functionalities
3. Siemens Automation Overview:
-Introduction to Siemens Automation Products
-SIMATIC S7 PLC Family (Overview)
-WinCC SCADA System Overview
II. Fundamentals of Siemens Automation
4. PLC Programming Basics with TIA Portal:
-Introduction to TIA Portal Software
-Creating a New Project in TIA Portal
-Basic PLC Programming Instructions (Ladder Logic, FBD, STL)
5. Data Types and Variables:
-Data Types in S7-PLCs (INT, REAL, BOOL, STRING)
-Declaring and Using Variables
-Data Blocks and their Usage
6. Digital and Analog I/O:
-Introduction to Input/Output Modules
-Configuring Digital and Analog Inputs/Outputs
-Reading and Writing I/O Data in PLC Programs
7. Timers and Counters:
-Using Timers and Counters in PLC Programs
-Applications of Timers and Counters in Automation
8. Control Structures:
-IF-THEN-ELSE, CASE Statements
-Loops (FOR, WHILE)
-Using Control Structures in PLC Programs
9. Communication in Automation:
-Communication Protocols (PROFIBUS, PROFINET, Modbus)
-Configuring Communication between PLC and HMI
10. Safety in Automation:
-Safety Concepts and Standards
-Safety-Related Functions in PLCs
III. WinCC SCADA System
11. Introduction to WinCC SCADA:
-WinCC System Architecture
-Creating a New WinCC Project
-WinCC Runtime and Engineering Station
12. HMI Objects and Graphics:
-Creating and Configuring HMI Objects (Buttons, Indicators, Text Fields)
-Using Graphics and Pictures in HMI
-Creating Dynamic Graphics and Animations
13. Tag Management:
-Creating and Managing Tags
-Tag Linking between PLC and WinCC
-Tag Data Types and Properties
14. Alarm Management:
-Creating and Configuring Alarms
-Alarm Logging and Reporting
-Alarm Acknowledgment and Escalation
15. Recipe Management:
-Creating and Managing Recipes
-Loading and Saving Recipes
-Recipe Handling in PLC and HMI
16. Trending and Historical Data:
-Creating Trends and Historical Data Archives
-Analyzing Historical Data
-Generating Reports
17. User Management and Security:
-Creating User Accounts and Groups
-Assigning User Permissions
-System Security and Data Integrity
18. Scripting in WinCC:
-Using VBScript for Automation Tasks
-Customizing HMI Behavior with Scripts
19. Connectivity and Communication:
-Configuring Communication between WinCC and PLC
-OPC Communication (OPC UA)
20. WinCC Web Client:
-Accessing WinCC from Web Browsers
-Remote Monitoring and Control
21. WinCC Mobile:
-Accessing WinCC from Mobile Devices
-Remote Monitoring and Control from Mobile
22. Redundancy and High Availability:
-Ensuring System Reliability and Availability
-Implementing Redundancy Concepts
IV. Advanced SCADA Topics
23. Control Strategies and Algorithms:
-PID Control
-Feedforward Control
-Cascade Control
-Implementing Control Algorithms in PLC
24. Batch Control Systems:
-Batch Process Fundamentals
-Batch Control with Siemens Solutions
25. SCADA Integration with other Systems:
-Integrating SCADA with MES (Manufacturing Execution System)
-Integrating SCADA with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)
26. SCADA and Industry 4.0:
-IoT Concepts in Industrial Automation
-Cloud Computing and Edge Computing
-Predictive Maintenance with SCADA
27. Cybersecurity in SCADA Systems:
-Identifying and Mitigating Cybersecurity Risks
-Implementing Security Measures in SCADA
28. Virtualization and Simulation:
-Simulating SCADA Systems
-Virtualization for SCADA Development and Testing
V. Project-Based Learning
29. Project 1: Simple Traffic Light Control
-Design and Implement a Traffic Light Controller using PLC and HMI
30. Project 2: Temperature Control System
-Design and Implement a Temperature Control System for a Heating Process
31. Project 3: Water Level Control
-Design and Implement a Water Level Control System for a Tank
32. Project 4: Conveyor Belt Control
-Design and Implement a Conveyor Belt Control System with Sensors and Actuators
33. Project 5: Batch Process Simulation
-Simulate a Batch Process (e.g., Mixing, Filling) using PLC and HMI
34. Project 6: Remote Monitoring of a Plant
-Develop a Remote Monitoring System for a Plant using WinCC Web Client
35. Project 7: Alarm Handling and Reporting
-Implement an Alarm Handling System with Email/SMS Notifications
36. Project 8: Predictive Maintenance System
-Develop a Basic Predictive Maintenance System using Historical Data Analysis
37. Project 9: SCADA Integration with a PLC Simulator
-Integrate WinCC with a PLC Simulator for Testing and Training
38. Project 10: Building Automation System
-Design and Implement a Basic Building Automation System (HVAC, Lighting)
39. Project 11: Wastewater Treatment Plant Monitoring
-Simulate and Monitor a Wastewater Treatment Plant
40. Project 12: Solar Power Plant Monitoring
-Monitor and Control a Solar Power Plant using SCADA
41. Project 13: Production Line Monitoring
-Monitor and Analyze Production Line Performance using SCADA
42. Project 14: SCADA System for a Small Manufacturing Unit
-Design and Implement a Simplified SCADA System for a Small Manufacturing Unit
43. Project 15: Industry 4.0 Application
-Develop a Simple Industry 4.0 Application using SCADA and IoT Concepts
VI. Advanced Projects
44. Project 16: SCADA System for a Smart Grid
-Develop a Simplified SCADA System for a Smart Grid Application
45. Project 17: Augmented Reality in SCADA
-Integrate Augmented Reality (AR) with WinCC for Maintenance and Troubleshooting
46. Project 18: Machine Learning in SCADA
-Implement Machine Learning Algorithms for Predictive Maintenance in SCADA
47. Project 19: Digital Twin Implementation
-Create a Digital Twin of a Process using SCADA and Simulation Tools
48. Project 20: Cyber Security Assessment of a SCADA System
-Conduct a Cybersecurity Assessment of a Simulated SCADA System
49. Project 21: Integration with Cloud Platforms
-Integrate SCADA with Cloud Platforms for Data Storage and Analysis
50. Project 22: Developing a Custom HMI Application
-Develop a Custom HMI Application with Advanced Graphics and User Interface