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Events
Lunch and Learn
Register for Lunch & Learn trainings with ACD at
1-800-866-7740
Ethernet Infrastructure Hands On
September 14, 2010 9:00am-12:00pm – Lunch to follow
ACD - Monroeville, PA
This event will show how to implement an effective industrial Ethernet solution on the plant floor. Topics to be covered include the configuration and network management of Managed Switches, setup and configuration of wireless architectures, setting up a simple firewall, and protection from an unauthorized network.
SIMATIC RF300 - Basics of Radio Frequency Identification
November 10, 2010 9:00am-12:00pm – Lunch to follow
ACD - Monroeville, PA
This event will introduce both the RF300 system and the S7 FB45 RFID programming functions. Some of the topics to be covered in the session include basic RFID concepts, hardware and software architectures, communication capabilities, and programming RFID Systems.
Lunch and Learns at our Elkview, West Virginia Office
SIMATIC S7-1200 - Compact Controller with Advanced Functionality
April 28, 2010 9:00am-12:00pm – Lunch to follow
ACD - Elkview, WV
The S7-1200 is a new modular space-saving controller for small automation systems that require either simple or advanced functionality for logic, HMI and networking. It is both compact and highly powerful –especially in relation to its real-time performance. It is fast, features great communication options, and is programmed with easy-to-operate, easy-to-learn software. Attend the S7-1200 Workshop for a hands-on trial!
Siemens Standard Drives - Return on Investment (ROI)
May 13, 2010 9:00am-12:00pm – Lunch to follow
ACD - Elkview, WV
Energy savings is an important topic that affects every one of us. Electricity costs are rising and VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives) can greatly reduce your energy consumption and, therefore, your electricity bill. In this training course, you will learn exciting new ways to leverage unique tools and innovations from Siemens to reduce your energy usage.
Ethernet Infrastructure Hands On
September 15, 2010 9:00am-12:00pm – Lunch to follow
ACD – Elkview, WV
This event will show how to implement an effective industrial Ethernet solution on the plant floor. Topics to be covered include the configuration and network management of Managed Switches, setup and configuration of wireless architectures, setting up a simple firewall, and protection from an unauthorized network.
Sitrain® Training (4 ½-day courses)
SIMATIC® S7
S7 TIA Programming 1
Course Code: S7TIAP1B
Length: 4½ Days
Training Schedule
Week of June 14, 2010
Target Audience
This course is for SIMATIC S7-300/400 PLC users who are involved with developing or sustaining automation systems and their application programs.
Prerequisites
- MS Windows Expertise
Profile
This course is the first in a three part series, which builds basic programming skills with Siemens STEP7 software. Students will learn S7 project management, program design and application development. This is an aggressively paced curriculum covering the S7 programming editor with Ladder, Function Block Diagram, and Statement List programming languages, and key software tools. This course takes a systems approach to the S7300/400 PLC’s, plus basic connectivity and functionality of an HMI and PROFIBUS remote I/O.
Throughout this course, students will build a STEP7 project from the beginning, learning proper program structure and documenting. Software diagnostic tools will be used for debugging both hardware and code. Various instruction sets, memory areas, program blocks, and libraries will be introduced to provide the student with solid concepts of structured programming.
The course format consists of instruction and hands-on exercises. The course uses a conveyor model for realistic demonstrations and exercises.
Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the student shall be able to:
- Complete a system hardware configuration.
- Build, document, test and troubleshoot a structured STEP7 program.
- Program using the multiple address types.
- Use symbolic addressing.
- Use core application instructions, functions and blocks.
- Program using the processed analog values.
- Generate data blocks.
- Establish connections to an HMI system.
- Integrate an HMI to Control the Automation system
- S7 TIA Programming 1
- Understand the concepts of structured program creation.
- Leverage the power of Block and Function libraries.
- Use STL for advanced program development.
- Employ indirect addressing in a program.
- Incorporate System Functions (SFC) in a program.
- Integrate an HMI and Drive system with the PLC.
- Use Instance and Multi-Instance data Blocks.
- Use interrupt-driven and error processing program execution blocks.
- Leverage STEP7 advanced diagnostics.
- Identify and maintain the components of a typical automation system.
- Perform basic hardware assembly, cabling, wiring and testing.
- Establish communications with the PLC with multiple technologies.
- Use standard S7 tools for testing and debugging hardware and software problems in an existing program.
- Retrieve, Archive, and Download programs.
- Use the hardware configuration editor to inspect and troubleshoot hardware problems.
- Use SIMATIC Manager tools for basic program administration tasks.
- Follow program power/logic flow and interpret/modify basic program elements.
- Access system support tools and information pertinent to maintaining equipment uptime.
- STEP 7 Family Overview
- Application Program Training Units
- PLC Hardware and Cabling
· S7 300 Hardware
· S7 400 Hardware
· Remote I/O Hardware
· PROFIBUS Cable Testing - Configuring the Hardware
· Building the Main Rack Configuration
· Configuring the PROFIBUS Network - Debugging the Hardware
· S7 LED Indications
· Module Information Tool
· Testing I/O - Communication to the PLC
- Using Software Tools
· Introduction to SIMATIC Manager
· STEP 7 Help
· Clear the PLC memory - Project and Program Structure
- Memory Addressing
· S7 Memory Areas and Addressing
· Symbols Tool - Program Diagnostics
· On-line monitoring
· Reference Data Tool - Programming Languages Introduction
· LAD (Ladder)
· FBD (Function Block Diagram)
· STL Overview (Statement List) - Archiving and Retrieving
SIMATIC® S7
S7 TIA Programming 2
Course Code: S7TIAP2B
Length: 4½ Days
Training Schedule
Week of August 30, 2010
Week of December 6, 2010
Target Audience
This course is for SIMATIC S7-300/400 PLC users with basic engineering experience in the design and sustaining of SIMATIC automation systems and their application programs.
Prerequisites
Profile
This course is the second in a three part series which increases skills with Siemens STEP7 Totally Integrated Automation. Students will learn to leverage the power of Simatic software with advanced structured programming techniques. A systems approach to the integration of efficiently programming the S7300/400 PLCs, plus connectivity and functionality of an HMI and Micro Master Drive are the central focus of this course. Emphasis on Statement List (STL) programming for both direct and indirect addressing is an integral part of the course.
The core issues of efficient use of CPU resources, establishing communications, passing information, and managing integrated diagnostics are included. Skills in error management and extended diagnostics are reinforced throughout this agenda. This course includes classroom instruction, demonstration and considerable hands-on lab work.
Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the student shall be able to:
SIMATIC® S7
S7 System Tools & Troubleshooting 1
Course Code: S7300S1B
Length: 4½ Days
Training Schedule
Week of October 4, 2010
Target Audience
This course is designed for industry "first responders" to operations controlled with Siemens STEP 7 automated control systems. Students not requiring programming skills, such as maintenance technicians, electricians, supervisors and others, who need an understanding of their Siemens control system to maximize line uptime, should attend this course. This course also makes a great platform for those new to automation systems and industrial electronics. PLEASE NOTE: If PLC programming as a job skill is required, one may consider the S7 Programming I, instead.
Profile
This course provides students with a solid base of STEP 7 PLC tools and skills necessary for successful system diagnostics and repair. This course is ideal for environments with high uptime requirements and stable control system programs. Fully functional application programs are used as a baseline for the student to understand key process flow information, diagnostics tools and repair techniques. This course also focuses on core hardware issues for system commissioning, upgrades or system repair needs. Build skills and reduce downtime with this focused automation system-troubleshooting course.
Modular in design, this course is fully customizable for those interested in on-site training. Topics can be added or removed to meet specific needs. Call 1.800.241.4453 for more details.
Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the student shall be able to:
Topics