PLC based communication with Profibus DP

This course outlines the fundamentals of the PROFIBUS DP (Decentralized Peripherals) communication protocol.

Overview

Duration

2 Full Days

Classroom Based

Day 1: 9am-4.15pm

Day 2: 9am-4.15pm

Location

CELTEC

Unit 12A

M4 Business Park

Celbridge, Co. Kildare

W23 HCK2

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Prior Knowledge

Experience in related industrial sectors would be beneficial for the learner. Learners on this programme will should wish to reactivate their career to upskill and reskill from non-related disciplines as well as upskilling those already in employment in related industrial sectors. There is an expectation that candidates will have obtained a minimum of Junior Certificate Level (NFQ Level 3)

Certification

KWETB Certificate of Completion.

Cost

This course is fully funded to those currently in employment under the Skills To Advance initiative.

Skills to Advance Initiative

This course is only available to those currently in employment and fully funded under the Skills to Advance initiative.

Skills to Advance is a national initiative that provides upskilling and reskilling opportunities to employees in jobs undergoing change and to those currently employed in vulnerable sectors. Skills to Advance aims to equip employees with the skills they need to progress in their current role or to adapt to the changing job market. Working closely with small and medium-sized enterprises, Skills to Advance helps employers identify skills needs and invest in their workforce by providing subsidised education and training to staff.

Expression of Interest

We currently don't have this course scheduled, but if you are interested in undertaking this course, please complete the form below and a member of our Recruitment Team will be in contact to discuss your needs. Please note this course is only for those currently in employment.

Course Aim

The PROFIBUS DP (Decentralized Peripherals) communication protocol is a widely adopted standard in industrial automation, enabling high-speed data exchange between programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and decentralized field devices such as sensors, actuators, and drives. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of PROFIBUS DP, focusing on its architecture, configuration, and integration with PLC-based systems. Participants will gain hands-on experience in setting up, troubleshooting, and optimizing PROFIBUS DP networks for industrial applications.

This course is designed to be highly practical, with 10% theory and 90% hands-on exercises, delivered over 2 days. Participants will work with real-world scenarios to ensure they can apply their knowledge effectively in their workplace.

Areas Covered Include:

Introduction to PROFIBUS DP: Overview of the protocol, architecture, and its role in industrial automation
PROFIBUS DP Devices and Network Components: Understanding master-slave communication, field devices, and network topology
Setting Up PROFIBUS DP Networks: Configuring and commissioning PROFIBUS DP systems, including addressing and GSD files
Integration with PLCs: Interfacing PROFIBUS DP devices with PLCs for real-time data exchange and control
Troubleshooting and Diagnostics: Identifying and resolving common issues such as signal integrity, addressing errors, and communication failures
Practical Exercises: Hands-on activities in configuring, monitoring, and optimizing PROFIBUS DP networks
Advanced Configuration: Techniques for optimizing network performance and reliability.
Fault Simulation and Resolution: Simulating real-world faults and implementing strategies to resolve them

Learning Outcomes

Learn how to

Develop a core competency in the PROFIFUS DP protocol, understanding how it operates and how to deploy it
Gain hands-on experience with the practical configuration of PROFIBUS DP communication between PLCs & field devices
Learn how to troubleshoot PROFIBUS DP communication and resolve common issues related to data transfer, addressing, and configuration errors
Understand how to optimize PROFIBUS DP data exchange in automation systems for better performance and reliability
Learn how to develop and modify PROFIBUS DP related programs for various industrial applications

Understand how

The PROFIBUS DP protocol facilitates communication between field devices, PLCs, and control systems
To configure PROFIBUS DP devices, assign addresses, and use function codes for effective interaction
To resolve common faults and communication errors in PROFIBUS DP systems

Know how to

Set up PROFIBUS DP communication between PLCs, field devices, and control systems
Troubleshoot and resolve common issues in PROFIBUS DP protocol communications
Implement fault reduction strategies for optimal protocol performance

CELTEC (Celbridge Engineering Lab Training and Education Centre) in Co. Kildare is a facility focused on advanced manufacturing and technical education. It offers specialised training in areas like robotics, industrial systems, additive manufacturing, and Industry 4.0 technologies.

The center emphasises hands-on learning through state-of-the-art equipment, including robotics, cobotics, and virtual reality systems, and fosters expertise in areas like precision engineering and pharmaceutical processes.

The facility includes modern classrooms equipped with multimedia learning tools and advanced laboratories for engineering and industrial training. CELTEC is part of the Kildare Wicklow Education and Training Board's initiatives and provides traineeships and skill development programs tailored for employment in technical and manufacturing roles. Courses often integrate classroom instruction with online, blended, and immersive learning technologies