Course Description
This course provides practical knowledge of SCADA systems, covering system architecture, communication, configuration, visualization, alarms, data management, troubleshooting, and system security. Participants will gain hands-on experience in developing and operating SCADA applications for industrial automation and monitoring.
Course Outline:
Professional SCADA System Training
Module 1 — SCADA Fundamentals & Architecture
- Introduction to SCADA and Industrial Automation
- SCADA System Architecture and Components
- PLC, RTU, HMI, SCADA and Historian Integration
- SCADA Communication and Data Flow
- Centralized vs Distributed SCADA Architecture
Module 2 — SCADA Project & System Configuration
- SCADA Project Structure and Configuration
- Tag Database and Data Management
- Device, Channel and Communication Configuration
- Alarm, Event and System Configuration
- User Interface and Project Management
Module 3 — Industrial Communication & Connectivity
- PLC and RTU Communication Fundamentals
- Modbus TCP/IP, OPC DA/UA and Industrial Ethernet
- Device and Tag Mapping
- Communication Status and Quality Monitoring
- Communication Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
Module 4 — HMI & SCADA Visualization
- HMI/SCADA Screen Design Principles
- Graphics, Symbols and Animation
- Real-Time Data Visualization
- Trends, Charts and Historical Data
- Operator Navigation and User Interface Design
Module 5 — Alarm & Event Management
- Alarm Concepts and Classification
- Alarm Configuration and Priorities
- Alarm Visualization and Acknowledgement
- Event Logging and Historical Analysis
- Alarm Management Best Practices
Module 6 — Historian & Production Data Management
- SCADA Historical Data Architecture
- Data Logging and Historian Configuration
- Real-Time and Historical Trending
- Production Data Collection and Reporting
- Database and External System Integration
Module 7 — SCADA Scripting & Advanced Functions
- SCADA Scripting Fundamentals
- Calculations and Data Processing
- User-Defined Functions and Automation
- Report Generation and Data Export
- Advanced SCADA Application Development
Module 8 — SCADA Security & System Administration
- SCADA/OT Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- User, Role and Access Management
- Network Segmentation and Firewall Concepts
- Backup, Restore and Change Management
- SCADA Security Best Practices
Module 9 — SCADA Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
- System and Communication Diagnostics
- PLC/RTU/SCADA Troubleshooting
- Tag Quality and Data Communication Analysis
- Performance Monitoring and Optimization
- Fault Analysis and Recovery Procedures
Module 10 — SCADA Redundancy & High Availability
- SCADA Redundancy Architecture
- Server and Communication Redundancy
- Failover and Recovery Configuration
- System Health and Availability Monitoring
- High-Availability Best Practices
Module 11 — Hands-On SCADA Project
- Build and Configure a SCADA Application
- Configure PLC Communication and Tags
- Develop HMI Screens, Trends and Alarms
- Implement Historian and Data Logging
- Testing, Troubleshooting and Commissioning
Module 12 — Industrial SCADA Case Studies
- Manufacturing SCADA Applications
- Oil & Gas and Process Industry SCADA
- Power and Utility SCADA Systems
- SCADA–Historian–MES Integration
- Real-World SCADA Troubleshooting and Implementation
Objectives :
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand SCADA architecture, components, and industrial applications.
- Configure SCADA communication, tags, devices, and data acquisition.
- Develop operator screens, trends, alarms, and reports.
- Perform SCADA diagnostics, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
- Apply SCADA best practices for reliability, security, and industrial operation.