ML20115A867
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| Issue date: | 06/30/1996 |
| From: | Richard Anderson, Steven Arndt, Koscielny S NRC OFFICE FOR ANALYSIS & EVALUATION OF OPERATIONAL DATA (AEOD) |
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l ABSTRACT This document provides a summary of the suggested training program recommended for Nuclear Regulatory Commission inspector and technical reviewer personnel that will be involved in the review or inspection of Digital Instrumentation and Control systems or I
improvements / modifications to current systems installed in safety related equipment associated with nuclear power plants. This guidance document is designed to allow the formulation of a training program for individuals based on the educational background and or experience in the area of digital technology.
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CONTENTS Page Abstract.......................................................... iii 1
I Introduc tion.................................................
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities for Digital Instrumentation and Controls Inspectors... 4 6
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l The field of digital technology is expanding as licensees upgrade currently licensed analog systems used to monitor and control critical safety parameters in power generation systems to digital systems. Digital modifications are being performed as repair parts for older systems become difficult to obtain and cost-prohibitive and licensees utilize the improved technology available with digital instrumentation.
The staff has endorsed the use of 10 CFR 50.59 " Changes, tests and experiments" and the use of NUMARC/EPRI Repon TR-102348 " Guideline on Licensing Digital Upgrades" in Generic Letter 95-02 issued on April 26,199.% Using this policy, licensees are able to perform digital upgrades without prior NRC approval o ae need to submit modifications for NRC review. As part of any 10 CFR 50.59 modification,. ensees must maintain records relating to the modification on site for review by the NRC if desired.
The need for training in digital instrumentation and controls was established during the May 1994 Training Advisory Group meeting. As a result, the Digital Instrumentation and Controls Work l
Group (work group) was formed to determine the best method to provide the necessary education and training involved with the inspection of digital systems and modifications. The work group i
was comprised of representatives from the Regional Offices, NRR, and AEODflTD. The work l
group deterndned that the most effective method for disseminating the material was through the use of commercially available courses to provide the basic information on digital instrumentation and I
controls (I&C) technology, supplemented by an annual Regulatory Perspectives Workshop to provide the attending inspectors the regulatory policies and lessons learned from inspections -
conducted by other NRC regions. The annual Regulatory Perspectives Workshop we determined to be the most effective way to disseminate developing NRC policy in the area of digital technology.
To support the regional inspection effort and provide the needed training, the work group recommended a relevant curriculum for inspectors. The purpose of this NUREG is to provide l
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l provide the necessary training to develop a general electrical engineering inspector into a capable digital I&C inspector.
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The digital I&C training program is designed to assist staff members to develop new knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs). Appendix A contains a listing of the KSAs considered necessary to l
effectively inspect digital modifications to nuclear safety grade systems. As illustrated in Figure I, i
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specific training elements are necessary to improve staff capabilities in digital I&C.
Foundational instruction may be required depending on the individuals background and expertise i
of the individual. On the-job-training, and regulatory experience may also be needed in order to acquire some of the required knowledge and expertise. Supervisors are encouraged to schedule i
appropriate on-the-job training for inspectors who have little practical experience in digital systems.
Supervisors who need support in designing appropriate on-the-job trammg programs may request this support from the Technical Training Division.
Region-based reactor inspectors with an electrical background are likely candidates for this training program. These inspectors will typically be responsible for the inspection of digital modifications 1
to licensee facilities. Additionally, headquarters personnel responsible for digital issues are candidates for this training as well as resident inspectors at facilities conducting or planning significant digital modifications. Formal education in electrical engineering at the Bachelor of Science level is the assumed level of knowledge for entry into this training. If this level does not exist, additional education and training may be needed.
III Technical Training This document provides listings of commercially available training courses which have been selected to meet the training needed to gain the necessary expertise in digital issues. Appendix B contains a listing of the recommended courses, and Appendix C contains detailed course descriptions. These appendices, along with the recommended sequence shown in Figure 1, should be used to determine the employee's digital I&C training needs.
The course descriptions also contain information about course prerequisites and examinations.
Prerequisites have been established to ensure the employee has previously acquired the skills to guarantee success in the training course. The employee's supervisor should ensure that all prerequisites are met. The employee and his supervisor should assess which of the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed in Appendix A an employee has and which the employee needs, and discuss the sequence of courses needed to achieve all the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (see Figure 1).
The Technical Training Division of AEOD will maintain an up-to-date list of recommended digital I&C courses to incorporate the latest information available, and as needs change, add new courses to the curriculum. If an employee has not recently attended training in a particular digital I&C subject area, repetition of a course in this area may benefit the employee. Repetition of courses may be used as a pan of continuing employee retraining.
IV Experience On-the-job-training (OJT) and formal and informal development programs will make up the experience prtion of the digital I&C development program.These requirements will be formulated by the employee's supervisor. These programs will include elements that will provide the employee with sufficient opportunity to practice the KSAs that have been obtained in the education and training portion of his/her development. This work will contain projects where the staff member being developed will demonstrate the ability to perform various tasks that are part of conducting a digital I&C related inspection. Supervisors who need support in the design of the on-the-job portion of the training program may request such support from the Technical Training Division.
V Summary This training program will help NRC staff members assigned to review and inspect digital I&C systems, understand the techmcal and regulatory aspects of this assignment. Because this is a rapidly evolving technology, NRC staff will be required to continually upgrade their technical knowledge and skills. The Agency Individual Development Plans (IDPs) would be a way to document the planed training course and OJT for developing staff expertise in this area. The Technical Training Division can provide assistance to individuals and supervisors developing both the training and on-the-job portion of these plans.
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1f Digital Applications 1f Regulatory Perspectives Workshop Figure 1 - Digital I&C Training Elements 3
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Appendix A - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities for Digital Instrumentation and Controls Inspectors Inspectors should have:
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An understanding of basic instrumentation and control principles 2.
Familiarity with analog control systems commonly used in the nuclear industry 3.
Familiarity with the principles of analog to digital conversion 4.
Familiarity with commercial grade dedication with respect to digital systems 5.
Familiarity with the software validation and verification process 6.
Ability to determine if the utility is using the proper set-point mythology 7.
Ability to determine if the utility is using its instrumentation as designed 8.
Ability to determine if the utility has used control theory properly in the design or upgrade ofits controllers 9.
Ability to determine if the self-test functions of digital equipment is being used correctly 10.
Ability to determine if the utility personal are using test equipraent properly 11.
Ability to write an inspection plan of a digital upgrade 12.
Familiarity with data acquisition systems 13.
Familiarity with process computers 14.
Ability to perform a design requirements review 15.
Understand the issues in commercial dedication of hardware 16.
Understand the contents of the applicable codes and standards 17.
Familiarity with software quality assurance and software configuration management 18.
Familiarity with training requirements unique to digital systems 19.
Familiarity with the unique maintenance and operational considerations associated with digital systerns 20.
Familiarity with the software life cycle 21.
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Familiarity with the major components of a significant digital modification (e.g.
Westinghouse Eagle-21 Digital Reactor Protection System Upgrade). This requirement would be based on a utility planning a major digital upgrade in the specific region.
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Familiarity with current NRC policy, ternporary instructions, and inspection procedures for digital systems and modifications.
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Familiarity with the 10CFR50.59 modification process and the requirements of Generic Letter 95-02 "Use of NUM ARC /EPRI Report TR-102348, " Guideline on Licensing digital Upgrades," in determining the acceptability of performing analog-to-digital replacements under 10 CFR 50.59" 25.
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Appendix B - Table of Courses The courses below are grouped by area from Figure 1. Selection of specific courses would be based on individual inspector experience and planned inspection activities. Some courses are similar in content and are offered by different vendors. These courses are listed to provide flexibility in attending training while meeting inspection requirements. Attendance at either similar course is acceptable to gain the necessary knowledge. These courses will be updated as necessary on a periodic basis and the most recent courses will be listed in the NRC Technical Training Division Course Catalog which is published on a periodic basis.
Foundational Courses Course Length Vendor Phone #
I&C Overview 5 days General Physics 800-545-0290 Understanding 3 days Instrumentation Society 919-549-8411 Industrial Processes, of America (ISA)
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3 days ISA Course #EIO5 919-549-8411 l Level Measurement Engineering industrial Flow 2 days ISA Course #EI20 919-549-8411 Measurement Engineering Industrial Temperature 3 days ISA Course # Ell 0 919-549-8411 Measurement Engineering Process Control 5 days General Physics 800-545-0209 Process Measurement 5 days General Physics 800-545-0209 Instrumentation Field Instrumentation 10 days ISA Course # T238 919-549-8411 Principles and Devices (only available on (Nuclear Power Focus) special request) l l
Digital I&C Theory Course Length Vendor Phone #
Engineering Control 3 days ISA Course # EC30 919-549-8411 Systems for Human Machine Interface Designing & Applying 2 days ISA Course # EC05 919-549-8411 Regulatory Control Strategies Understanding 2 days IS A Course # TS05 919-549-8411 Advanced Communications Networking Digital Electronics 5 days General Physics 800-545-0209 Principals Software Theory i
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Intro to Software 3 days System Technology 310-457-0851 Engineering Institute Practical 4 days System Technology 310-457-0851 Implementation of Institute Software Configuration Management i
Software Verification 3 days System Technology 310-457-0851 and Validation Institute Software Safety and 4 days System Technology 310-457-0851 Reliability Workshop Institute
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Automation and 2 days Instmment Data 800-324-4244 Process Control Using Communications Programmable Controllers Basic Course for Allen-2 days Allen Bradley Course #
404-446-0560, or Bradley Programmable CCP101 708-325-6750, or Controllers 610-337-1990, or 214-490-8000, Installing, Maintaining 5 days ISA Course #TC20 919-549-8411
& Documenting in PLC Based Control Programming 3 days ISA Course #TC25 919-549-8411 Advanced Installation
& Troubleshooting in PLC Based Control Digital Systems 2 days ISA Course #ES05 919-549-8411 Integration
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Evaluating Control 2 days ISA Course #ES35 919-549-8411 System Reliability PLC 5 days General Physics 800-545-0209 Regulatory Issues This objective would be met by attending the annual Regulatory Perspectives Workshop. The workshop will provide the attendees the opportunity to meet and exchange information regarding digital issues encountered during inspections performed by the regional offices of the NRC, and to discuss pending information and changes to NRC policy being considered and or under development by the office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation.
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Appendix C - Detailed Course Descriptions I&C Overview course This five day I&C overview is designed to provide engineers, operators, and technicians with a fundamental understanding of the principles of process measurement and control instmmentation.
Hands-on laboratory sessions with actual instrumentation and control loops are featured. Topics include control system theory and tuning, measurement of pressure, temperature, fluid flow and level, controllers, and PLCs.
Topical Outline Instrumentation and Control Process Measurement System Technology Fundamentals of Process Control Measuring, Indicating and Recording Parameters Pressure Liquid Level Temperature Flow Control Systems Types of Controllers Controller Front Arrangements Control Valves and Actuators Control Valves Valve Characteristics Valve Actuators Valve Positioners Valve Position Indicators Transmission of Control Signals by Wire Noise and Drift i
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Process Control Types of Control Loops PID Control Controller Tuning Methods Hands-on Laboratory Exercises 9
Understanding Industrial Processes, Measurement and Control This course gives an overview ofindustrial measurement and control. Using a generally non-mathematical approach, students are provided with a foundation for communication with control system professionals.
Topical Outline Concepts of Process Control Industrial Measurement Systems Pressure Measurement Level Measumment Flow Measurement Temperature Measumment Analytical Measurement Industrial Process Control Basic Feedback Control Trends in Control Technologies i
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Topical Outline Review of Measurement Principles Pressure Transducers Performance Criteria l
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Industrial Flow Measurement Engineering Principals, design, and applications of modern flow measurement systems are presented.
1 Flowmeter accuracy, performance, sizing, specifications, selection, and installation considerations are emphasized in this course.
Topical Outline Introduction to Flow measurement Differential Pressure Flowmeters j
Insertion Flowmeters Magnetic Flowmeters Mass Flowmeters Oscillatory Flowmeters Open Channel Flowmeters Positive Displacement Flowmeters 1
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Industrial Temperature Measurement Engineering This course stress a rigorous approach to temperature measurement and provides the necessary information and procedures for turning an identified requirement into a specification and then into a
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Process Control This five day course starts with the theory behind proportional, two position, integral, and derivative action, and leads up to various methods of control loop tuning. If aving grasped the theoretical concepts, students then tune and operate actual process loops.
Topical Outline introduction to process Control Terminology Block Diagrams Closed Loop and Open Loop Control Systems Feedback Operation of Closed Loop Control Performance of Closed loop Control Criteria for Closed Loop Control Characteristics of the Process Single Capacity Process Dead Time Two Capacity Process Multiple Capacity Process Two Position Control Open Loop Characteristics Closed Loop Characteristics Proportional Control Definition of Proportional Band Open Loop Characteristics Closed Loop Characteristics Integral Control Definition ofIntegral Control Open Loop Characteristics Closed Loop Characteristics l
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Open Loop Characteristics Closed Loop Characteristics Proportional Plus Integral Plus Derivative Control Open Loop Characteristics i
Closed Loop Characteristics Controller Tuning Methods NUREG/BR-0227 14
Factors Affecting Stability Oxn loop Methods C osed Loop Methods Advanced Control Methods Cascade Control Feedforward Control Three Element Control Hands-on Laboratory Exercises Tuning Process Loops PID Operations J
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Process Measurement Instrumentation Process Measurement Instrumentation concentrates on the equipment associated with monitoring temperature, pressure, fluid level and fluid flow. This five day hands-on course examines the operating principles of common primary process measurement elements such as thermocouple, RTDs, flow sensors, pressure sensors, level sensors, and the equipment associated with these elements. Applicable test equipment will also be discussed.
Topical outline Fundamentals of Measurement Fundamental Units Basic Instrumentation Channel Direct vs. Inferred Measurement Static Characteristics Dynamic Characteristics Process Measurement Definition of Pressure Ilydrostatic Pressure Pressure from Mechanical Force Pressure from Heat Units of Pressure Manometer Bordon Tube Differential Pressure Devices Temperature Measurement Temperature Scales Fundamentals of Temperature Measurement Factors Affecting Temperature Measurement Liquid-in-Glass Thermometers Bimetallic Strip Thermometers Filled System Thennometers Thermocouple Theory Thermocouple Metals Thermocouple Law Thermocouple Tables Designations for Thermocouple Wire Thermocouple Construction Thennocouple Testing Thermocouple Measuring Circuits Thermistors Thermowells Pyrometers Flow Measurement Units of Flow Flowmeters Properties of Fluids
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Continuity of Flow Bernoulli's Equation Head Flowmeters Primary Elements Differential Flowmeters Level Measurement Point-Contact Method Gauge Glass Ball Float Chain Float Magnetic Bond Method Displacers Differential Level Detectors Analytical Measurement The Composition of Matter Chemical Reactivity Atomic Mass Concentration Electrolytes pli pH measurement Conductivity Measurement Hands on Laboratory Exercises Operation of Process Measurement Equipment Tuning of Process Measurement Equipment l
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Field Instrumentation Principles and Devices (Nuclear Power Focus)
This course focuses on instmmentation for pressure, level, flow, and temperature measu ement, and methods and instruments for vibration monitoring. The course goals and objectives are tailored for engineers working in commercial nuclear power. Classroom presentations and hands-on laboratory exercises provide an understanding of the process instrumentation designs that are common in today's nuclear power plants (NSSS and BOP). Students learn the different types of i
instrumentation used and their performance characteristics. The course teaches how to specify and select the right instrumentation for a given application, and how to install, operate, calibrate, and maintain instruments for optimum accuracy and response. Issues of plant safety, efficiency,and quality are addressed, and the use of manufacturers' specifications and industry standards are covered.
Topical Outline Instmmentation Dynamics and Performance Instrument Selection Calibration and Testing Principles and devices for Measuring Flow Pressure, Temperature, and level Instrumentation Installation Practices Vibration Monitoring Fiber Optic Sensing
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Engineering Control Systems for Human Machine Interface This course is a detailed study of human factors as they apply to control systems and control room design. ;veJor sets of rules used for ergonomic design of control consoles, work-stations and i
control rooms are emphasized. Both conventional and computer based systems are covered.
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Designing & Applying Regulatory Control Strategies This course provides a through background in feedback process control stategies & technology, including controller tuning. Also covered are advanced regulatory strategie, including ratio, cascade. Feedforward override and decoupling.
Topical Outline Symbols and Terminology Process Control Loop Characteristics Feedback Controller Modes PID Controller Modifications in Commercial Systems Controller Tuning Techniques Motivation for Advanced Regulatory Control Ration Control Cascade Control Feedforward Control Override Control Interlacing Processes NUREG/BR-0227 20
i Understanding Advanced Communications Networking This in-depth course describes the various data communication functions found in the industrial environment and in the interface to the outside world including access to the Wide Area Network (WAN);
Topical Outline Industrial Data Communications using Local Area Network (LAN), and WAN Open Systems Interconnect Model Serial Standards Parallel Standards LAN Access Methods l
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Digital Electronics Principals This five-day course familiarizes students with the digital circuit configurations most frequently used in industrial and utility equipment today. Topics include an introduction to digital electronics, numbering systems used in digital electronics, digital logic gates, and logical operators. The use of readily available test equipment such as logic probes, digital multimeters, and oscilloscopes to test and evaluate circuit performance is covered in depth. The classroom theory is enhanced by hands-on training with actual digital logic families commonly used today. Practical digital troubleshooting techniques are also covered in depth.
Topical Outline Introduction to Digital Electronics Numbering Systems Used in Digital Electronics Digital Logic Gates Combinational Logic Operation Logic Operators NUREG/BR-0227 22 L---------
1 Introduction to Software Engineering This course will teach the use of the best available practices, procedures, methods and tools for engineering software systems. The emphasis of this course is on structured design, programming and testing. Key elements of software management and assurance are also covered. Applicable NASA policies and guidance documents are included in the comprehensive course materials.
Topical Outline Software Development Process Software Management Process Requirements Methods, Tools, and Products Design Methods, Tools, and Products I
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Practical Implementation of Software Configuration Management Panicipants will learn to implement detailed Configuration Management (CM) functionally and procedurally, including:
Defining & Establishing Detailed CM functions Writing / Implementing Procedures & CM Plans Tailoring the CM Organization to a program Designing & Using Change Management Forms Auditing Existing Procedures & Requirements l
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This three-day course will cover the role of verification and validation (V V) throughout the software development life cycle. It will familiarize participants with the issues, procedures, and present practices for software verification and validation. Case studies and exercises will give participants the opportunity to apply the techniques to typical software verification and validation issues.
Topical Outline Purpose of V&V Software development Process Basic Concepts of V&V Planning, Organizing and Managing the V&V Process implementing V&V-System Level Implementing V&V throughout the Software Developing Life Cycle t
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Topical Outline Software Safety Reliability, and Integrity Assuring Integrity of the software Process and its Products i
Safety Program Requirements and Software Safety Standards Software Acquisition and Development Risk and Hazard Analysis System Safety Requirements Probability and Reliability Theory Software Reliability Theory Establishing Software Reliability Requirements NUREG/BR-0227 26
Software Testing and Quality Assurance This two day course will show the participants how to identify errors early in the project life cycle before problems occur. Participants will learn how to systematically plan testing activities, derive test cases from a variety of sources, and execute those tests at both the business requirements level and the program path level. Various techniques wi!) be covered based on industry consulting expenence.
Topical outline Testing in Perspective Test Plan: Thinking it through Deriving Test Cases: White and Black box testing Debugging Testing Program Paths Testing Functionality: Business Level Testing Stability Tests Test Strategies, Making the Process Systematic Management and the Testing Environment c
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- Automation & Process Control using Programmable Logic Controllers This course prosides up-to-date information on the application of programmable logic controllers (PLC) in the automation and process control of plants and factories and provides practical information from experts in the field, to assist the student correctly plan, program, and install a PLC in minimum time. A series of practical hands-on-sessions ranging from elementary to advanced based on the PLCs supplied will be conducted to provide the participant with experience is using PLC's.
Topical Outline Introduction of PLCs Fundamentals of PLC Ilardware Fundamentals of PLC Software Using Ladder Logic for Simple Digital Functions Using Registers Good Programming liabits Future of PLCs Good Installation Practice Advanced Control With PLCs Batch Process and Sequential Control Analog Control Enhanced Security Operator Interfaces Data Communications Upgrading of Existing Control Systems System C'seckout and Testing NUREG/BR-0227 28
Basic Course for Allen-Bradley Programmable Controllers This course introduces the panicipant to control systems and programmable controllers. This course provides an overview of how each component of a control system functions. It also l
provides a strong foundation of simple skills needed to accomplish work related to programmable controller systems. Participants will become competent with identifying the different features on a programmable controllers and interpreting simple ladder logic. Hands on exercises in entering ladder logic diagrams using Allen-Bradley Programmable controller programming software are a part of the course.
Topical Outline What is a control System Describing general characteristics of a programmable controllers Identifying common features of PLCs Identifying common functionality of I/O system, programming system and programmable controllers Distinguishing 1/0 configurations Interpreting organization of memory structure Entenng ladder diagrams using 6200 PLC-5 Programming Software s
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Installing, Maintaining & Documenting in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) Based Control This course is designed to cover the installation, maintenance and documentation used in PLC systems in industrial control applications Topical Outline PLC Basics Electric Motor Control Fundamentals Input / Output Systems PLC Memory Organization PLC Ladder Programming Documentation PLC Installation Maintenance Practices & Safety Circuits a
Programming Advanced Installation and Trouble Shooting in PLC Based Control This course demonstrates concepts involved in setup, hardware trouble shooting, software maintenance of PLCs. Covers discrete and analog control applications, operator interface systems, and links to plant networks.
Topical Outline PLC System Architectures PLC Performance Specifications Analog I/O Concepts Basic PID Control PLCs in Plant Networks Operator Interface Systems Advanced Troubleshooting J
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Evaluating Control System Reliability This course provides qualitative and qudntitative methods to evaluate the safety and reliability of control systems from relays through microprocessor based systems, including sensors and actuators.
Topical Outline Safety and Reliability Evaluations System Capabilities and Limitations I/O ControlInterfaces Communications Systems Smart Sensors, Transmitters, and Valves Cost and Performance Criteria Installation Issues Maintenance Requirements Documentation Requirements NUREG/BR-0227 32
Programmable Logie Controllers This five-day course introduces panicipants to the use of programmable logic controllers and programming to implement traditional relay logic schemes. Participants will have the opponunity to program, edit, and observe the operation of an Allen-Bradley PLC-5, and other PLCs.
Topical Outline Programmable Logic Controllers PLC Overview PLC vs Hardwire Systems Number Systems Review PLC hardware Power Supply Input / Output Module Processor Module PLC Software P.LC Languages l
Ladder Logic Diagrams PLC Software to Hardware Correlation MS-DOS Allen-Bradley PLC-5 PLC-5 liardware Power Supply Input / Output Modules Processor Module Universal Chassis Industrial Terminals Allen-Bradley 6200 Series Software Menu Manipulation Processor Functions Ladder Logic Programming Force Search Allen-Bradley PLC-2 Mini PLC-2/15 Processor Mini PLC-2/01, PLC-2/16, PLC-2/17 PLC-2/20, PLC-2/30 I
I/O Configurations liardware Addressing Industrial Terminal I/O Modules Programming Instruments Maintenance and Troubleshooting Mini PLC-2/15 Troubleshooting with a'n Industrial Terminal Fuses 33 NUREG/BR-0227
Module Replacement Processor Control Processor Interface Processor system Power Supply Module I/O Adapter I/O Modules Output Module Fuse Allen-Bradley SLC 100 System Ilardware Programming Ladder logic Instmetions Instruction Addressing Instruction Classificatiam ExtemalI/O Devices Laboratory Exercises PLC-2 Programming PLC-5 Programming NUREG/BR-0227 34
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