SCADA Curriculum
SCADA Course Descriptions
EC121 DC/AC Circuits 4 credits This is the study of Direct Current (DC) theory and the fundamentals of series and parallel DC circuits. Emphasis is on the concept of electricity and its behavior with respect to conductors and electronic devices that are installed in electrical circuits. The study of alternating current (AC) circuits begins with the generation of sine wave. Review of trigonometric functions and continues through resonance and filter circuits. EC111 Electronics Theory 4 credits This is an introduction to the components of electronics, both passive and active. Subjects studied include power supplies, solid state components, frequency, resistance, capacitance, modulation wave theory, testing devices and electronic systems. SD120 Intro to Ind. Motor Controls 2 credits. Mechanical and electromagnetic control systems for both AC and DC systems will be studied. Ladder logic diagrams, starting and relay equipment used in control systems will be introduced. SD130 Basic Wiring and Code 2 Credit The study of electrical current flow using wiring diagrams will be studied along with the electrical code that relates to this area of study. SD152 Computer HW and Troubleshooting 2 Credits Identifying the core objectives to take the CompTIA A+ Core exam dealing with computer hardware installation, configuration, upgrading, troubleshooting, and maintaining personal computers are studied. SD151 Basic Electronics Lab 3 Credits Gain experience with soldering, hand tools, components, color code, Ohm’s Law, and reading circuit diagrams. Work with ohmmeters, ammeters, voltmeters, power supplies, and other devices are included. This lab examines both DC and AC circuit characteristics. SD155 Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting II 2 Credits This class is a continuation of SD150. Experience working with DOS and other software that allows programs to run on computers is introduced. Working with directories, files, and DOS shell is studied. Printer operation and basic networking are also discussed. SD157 Basic Electronics Lab II 3 Credits This lab will continue SD151. Included in this lab will be an emphasis on digital circuitry and components along with the study of semiconductors and integrated circuits. SD161 Electronics Math 2 Credits This is a general review of electronic mathematics. Logarithms and trigonometric functions, use of the electronic calculator, and the solution of electronic problems are introduced. SD170 Basic Heating & Cooling Technology 1.5 Credits This course will involve the study of DDC controls, HVAC terminology, EPA certification, and the basic study of Building Air Handling controlling and monitoring. SD204 Inventory Control and Mapping 2 Credits Control technicians are expected to use portable computers to identify structures, inventory changes in devices and structures, update inventory records, schedule work orders, and keep and analyze trouble call records. Students will use the software packages to perform these tasks on actual distribution and control systems in a controlled environment. SD205 Process Controls for SCADA 3 Credits Emphasis is placed on the study of the concepts and language of controls to guide the technician on how to analyze and design control systems. Terminology, concepts, principles, procedures, and computations used in the control field are studied, including all phases of sensors and outputs. SD220 Wireless Communications 3 Credits Fundamentals relating to basic electronics circuits will be covered in this course. The study of radio frequency communications begins with AM through FM. Basic microwave and satellite communication links will be studied. SD225 Intro to SCADA Software 2 Credits SCADA software featuring the CITECT graphic software will be studied. Proper interfacing to PC’s, RTU’s, and PLC’s will be covered to allow the proper operation of control circuits and for the collection of data in the system. SD230 Intro to Visual Basic 3 Credits This course is designed to provide the programmer with the tools needed to create Visual Basic applications that conform to well-adapted Windows standards. SD235 Visual Basic.Net for SCADA 3 Credits This continues from SD230 and applies Visual Basic to the accessing of various database programs such as Microsoft Access, Excel, and Word. Along with using VB.Net to access and control PLC's. SD245 1131 Standards 2 Credits IEC-1131 is an international standard of the International Electrotechnical Commission. It specifies the syntax and semantics of a unified suite of programming languages for controllers. In this class, the study of ladder diagrams, function block diagrams, and sequential function charts will be studied. SD255 Special Topics 1 Credit The advanced study of any particular topic that may interest the student. Time will be spent on SCADA topics of the students choice, research into a particular area, small projects and class presentations. SD270 SCADA Testing and Control Lab 6 Credits Breakthroughs in communications and microprocessor technologies have made it possible for industry to automate control systems and aid in the collection of management data. Using RTU’s and PLC’s students will learn what components are used and how these systems work. Laboratory work will provide the student with the experiences in the identification, selection, and programming of equipment needed to make a fully operational SCADA system. SD280 Data Cabling Lab 2 Credits This course covers the study of Data Cabling in the local area networks. The student will learn the method for labeling, identification, documentation, and testing needed to install a telecommunications infrastructure. SD282 Data Transmission I 3 Credits This covers the exploration of data transmission. The starting point for this study is the personal computer and expanding out to cover local area networks. SD284 Data Transmission II 3 Credits This is a continuation of SD282. The world of data communications becomes the primary focus with emphasis on the Ethernet system being used in the SCADA lab. ECM241 Fiber Optics 1 Credit Fiber optics is being used in many applications. Selection of fiber cable, installation, splicing, termination, and testing are taught. SD159 Programmable Logic Controllers 3 Credits Programmable logic control systems are used for the control of electrical components and equipment. This class will cover the aspects of interfacing computers with PLC’s and using various discrete and analog input and output devices for the proper operation of a control system.
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