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 Duration 21 hours

Course Outline

Introduction to RTUs in Power and Automation Systems

  • The function of RTUs in substation and power cell operations
  • Architectural designs and key hardware components of RTUs
  • Primary functions and communication responsibilities within control systems

RTU Hardware Assembly and I/O Configuration

  • Mapping of digital and analog input/output channels
  • Wiring best practices and field connection standards
  • Addressing schemes and signal categorization

Communication Protocols for RTU Integration

  • An overview of Modbus, DNP3, IEC 60870-5, and other relevant standards
  • Configuration of serial and Ethernet communication links
  • Implementation of master-slave and client-server topologies

RTU Logic, Control, and Automation Capabilities

  • Setting up internal logic and process sequencing
  • Managing alarm handling and event reporting mechanisms
  • Execution workflows for commands and control operations

Interfacing with SCADA and Control Systems

  • Preparing RTU data points for SCADA mapping
  • Maintaining time synchronization and ensuring data integrity
  • Verifying communication links between RTUs and supervisory systems

Testing, Diagnostics, and Troubleshooting

  • Monitoring data streams and communication health
  • Diagnosing wiring, addressing, and protocol-related faults
  • Utilizing diagnostic tools for on-site verification

Cybersecurity and Best Practices for RTU Deployments

  • Principles of secure configuration for field-level devices
  • Managing user access rights and password policies
  • Safeguarding communication channels against unauthorized entry

Practical Workshop: Comprehensive RTU Configuration

  • Building a complete RTU setup from hardware integration to SCADA connection
  • Testing I/O channels and validating communication paths
  • Confirming full system functionality and failover capabilities

Conclusion and Recommended Next Steps

Requirements

  • A solid grasp of industrial automation principles
  • Hands-on experience with control system hardware
  • Working knowledge of electrical or instrumentation basics

Target Audience

  • Automation and control engineers
  • Power system technicians
  • SCADA and substation integration specialists

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