PCS 7 Modules

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Here you will find the sample plant as a SIMIT simulation model.

This module is intended to acquaint readers with the sample plant / multi-product line and multiple stream line / multiple path line used in the subsequent modules.

In this module, readers will learn the functional principle of an automation system. You can configure the PCS 7 hardware and check it for consistency. Settings are parameterized so that the PCS 7 process control system can use the information to autonomously create all the blocks in the automation stations required for communication between sensors, actuators and the control level.

In this module, readers will learn how to structure an automation project from the technological perspective. The created hierarchy is stored for the automation systems in the form of CFC and SFC charts.

In this module, readers learn how to define and categorize individual drive functions. They will learn how to understand the concept, structure, and functional principle of individual control functions, and they will get to know typical individual drive functions as well as their implementation in PCS 7.

In this module, readers will learn the fundamental requirements of plant and system safety, methods for identifying potential hazards, and how to evaluate the resulting risks.

In this module, readers will learn about the essential components and requirements of a block for continuous control of process variables. They will learn how to create and configure a temperature control.

In this module, readers will learn how to implement sequential controls with the help of sequencers. They will understand the structure and principle of operation of sequencers, and will learn about the corresponding design methods.

Readers will learn in this module how to structure and implement a graphical user interface for efficient process control.

In this module, readers will learn about the fundamentals of alarm logging. They will understand the purpose and the application areas of alarm logging systems and they will learn the resulting requirements of such systems. They will learn how to design a suitable and workable alarm management system in PCS 7.

In this module, readers will learn how to identify recurring structures and how to design templates. They will learn the difference between a process tag type and a model.

In this module, readers become familiar with the requirements and objectives of archiving.

In this module, readers learn how to model batch processes and define and implement recipes for controlling batch plants in the PCS 7 process control system.

In this module, readers learn about advanced user interface layout for operator stations and how to define and modify user defined objects.

In this module, readers learn about the basic design and operating principle of OPC and the possibilities for integration in higher-level programs of the plant control level.