Industrial
Network Training- Intellis 7001 |
Sensor, device and field busses are advertised
as being the solution for automating your process but which bus is
the right one for your application?
Intellis 7001 will give you the tools to effectively evaluate and
compare the different bus technologies and make an informed decision
about which bus is going to provide you with the cost savings in
installation and efficiencies in maintenance and operations that
will maximize your ROI and reduce the total cost of ownership of
your system. |
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"I now
have a clear understanding of the application of each type of bus
as it relates to real automation applications."-
Tom Pounds |
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| Essential protocol characteristics,
installation and wiring requirements as well as target applications
for each bus will be presented. Actual application histories will
also be presented illustrating the benefits and potential downsides
of each bus. |
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"This training
was great! I’ve gained the Knowledge and confidence to discuss bus
system projects with my customers."-
Gord Olson |
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At the completion of this course you will be able to: |
- Understand the basic concepts of digital communications
- Compare and contrast the bus protocols based on their physical
layer characteristics
- Identify the strengths and weaknesses of the major bus technologies
- Make an informed decision about which bus is the best fit for
your application and when the use of multiple busses is the best
solution.
- Identify all essential bus components
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| Course topics include: |
- Digital Communication Basics
- Bus protocol basics; MAC, data integrity, determinism, 3-layer
network architecture and network hierarchy
- Network building blocks
- Benefits and downsides of each major bus technology
- Overview, capabilities and applications of:
- AS-interface
- DeviceNet
- Foundation Fieldbus
- Modbus
- Profibus
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The 2008 schedule will be announced
shortly.
Westlock home office in Saddle Brook, NJ
All course materials, instruction and lodging are provided by Westlock.
Attendees must provide their own transportation to New Jersey.
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