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 Duration 21 hours

Course Outline

Introduction to RTUs in Power and Automation Systems

  • The function of RTUs in substation and power cell operations
  • RTU architectural designs and hardware components
  • Primary roles and communication functions within control systems

RTU Hardware Setup and I/O Configuration

  • Mapping digital and analog input/output channels
  • Considerations for wiring and field connections
  • Addressing schemes and signal classification

Communication Protocols for RTU Integration

  • An overview of Modbus, DNP3, IEC 60870-5, and other relevant standards
  • Configuration of Serial and Ethernet communications
  • Master-slave and client-server network topologies

RTU Logic, Control, and Automation Functions

  • Setting up internal logic and operational sequencing
  • Managing alarms and generating event reports
  • Executing command and control workflows

SCADA and Control System Interfacing

  • Preparing RTU data points for SCADA mapping
  • Maintaining time synchronization and data integrity
  • Validating communication links between RTUs and supervisory systems

Testing, Diagnostics, and Troubleshooting

  • Monitoring data flow and communication status
  • Diagnosing issues related to wiring, addressing, and protocols
  • Employing diagnostic tools for field verification

Cybersecurity and Best Practices for RTU Deployments

  • Principles of secure configuration for field devices
  • Management of user access and password policies
  • Safeguarding communication channels against unauthorized access

Practical Workshop: End-to-End RTU Configuration

  • Configuring a complete RTU setup from hardware through to the SCADA interface
  • Testing I/O channels and communication pathways
  • Verifying overall system performance and failover mechanisms

Conclusion and Future Steps

Requirements

  • Foundational knowledge of industrial automation principles
  • Practical experience with control system hardware
  • Basic understanding of electrical or instrumentation concepts

Target Audience

  • Automation and control engineers
  • Power system technicians
  • Specialists in SCADA and substation integration

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