Course Code: EEC 1269
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Fundamentals, System maintenance and trouble shooting of a SCADA System
Course Sector:
Electrical Engineering
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No.
Date
Days
Location
Fees
Enrollment
01
07 - 11 Sep 2025
5 Days
Riyadh, KSA
$4,250
02
24 - 28 Nov 2025
5 Days
Dubai, UAE
$4,250
Introduction
Training course introducion / brief

This comprehensive training program is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to understand the fundamentals of SCADA systems, including the networking and communication technologies that power them.

SCADA system operation

Through this program, you will explore various aspects of SCADA system operation, from network structures to communication protocols, and learn how to maintain and troubleshoot SCADA systems effectively.

Over the course of five days, participants will learn to identify key hardware components, configure SCADA systems, implement communication protocols, and address common issues that arise within SCADA environments.

 The program will also provide insights into the practical aspects of SCADA maintenance and troubleshooting, enabling participants to gain hands-on experience in problem-solving and optimizing system performance.

Course Objectives
At the end of the training course, participants will be able to
  • Develop their existing understanding of SCADA system.
  • Recognize the different components of a SCADA system.
  • Appreciate the basic principles of data communications .
  • Evaluate requirements for PLC-to-SCADA Communications and understand the importance of the ISO OSI Model .
  • Appreciate the use of wireless communications in the Industrial environment and recognize the various wireless communication standards.
  • Apply radio telecommunications in a practical manner and make use of troubleshooting techniques .
  • Apply Modbus in a practical manner and make use of troubleshooting techniques .
  • Understand the construction, the arc extinguishing principles of Surface Production Facilities Operations .
  • Develop their existing understanding of Surface Equipment Facilities Troubleshooting.
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Course Outline
The course aims and learning outcomes

Module (01) Networking and Data Communication :

  • Network Communication.
  • Network Structure.
  • Point-to-point Communication.
  • Broadcast ’Multiple Drop’ Communication.
  • ISO OSI (Open System interconnection) Reference.
  • Local Area Network (LAN).
  • LAN Characteristics & Topologies.
  • LAN’s Components.
  • Transmission Media.
  • Twisted Pair.
  • Coaxial Cable.
  • ptical Fiber Cable.

Module (02) Medium Access Control Techniques:

  • CSMA (Carrier Sense Multiple Access).
  • CSMA with Collision Detection (CSMA/CD).
  • Token Bus.
  • Token Ring.

Module (03) Wide Area SCADA Systems :

  • Hardware Alternatives (RTU/PLC).
  • Communication Concentrators.
  • Communication Alternatives.
  • Communication Architectures.
  • Communication Philosophies.


Module (04) SCADA System Hardware/Software

  • Hardware Components.
  • Operation and Selection Issues.
  • SCADA Software Functions.
  • Response Times.
  • Redundancy Issues.
  • Specification and Configurations Issues.

Module (05) Communication Protocols:

  • RS-232/RS-485 interface Standards.
  • MODBUS Protocol .
  • DNP 3.0 Protocol.

Module (06) Communication for SCADA Systems :

  • Serial Communication.
  • Alternatives .
  • Dimensioning Issues .
  • Configuration .
  • LAN/WAN Communication.
  • Alternatives.
  • Dimensioning Issues.
  • Configuration.

Module (07) Process Plant SCADA Systems

  • Hardware Alternatives (DCS/PLC/Fieldbus).
  • Communication Alternatives.
  • Fieldbus / Profibus.
  • Foundation Fieldbus.
  • Adjusting Pressure.

Module (08) SCADA Configuration :

  • TCP/IP.
  • Modbus TCP.
  • Open process Control (OPC).
  • SCADA Installation & Commissioning.

Module (09) SCADA Network :

  • Alarm Layout and Organization.
  • Alarm Priorities.
  • Alarm processing and Reporting.
  • Human Management Interface (HMI).
  • SCADA Network Security.
  • SCADA Historian.
  • Archiving Plant Data.

Module (10) SCADA Maintenance & Troubleshooting:

  • Maintenance Activities.
  • Problem Isolation .
  • Testing Methodology .
  • Noise Issues.
  • Communication Testing.
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Our Training programs are implemented by combining the participants' academic knowledge and practical practice (30% theoretical / 70% practical activities).

At The end of the training program, Participants are involved in practical workshop to show their skills in applying what they were trained for. A detailed report is submitted to each participant and the training department in the organization on the results of the participant's performance and the return on training. Our programs focus on exercises, case studies, and individual and group presentations.

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