Data Flow Systems Training Program Course Catalog
2018
DATA FLOW SYSTEMS, INC. 605 N. John Rodes Blvd.
Melbourne, Florida, U.S.A. 32934‐9105
HQ: (321) 259‐5009
Fax: (321) 259‐4006
www.dataflowsys.com
Copyright © 2010‐2018
All Rights Reserved
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Table of Contents
1 Data Flow Systems, Inc. Training Mission ...................................................................................... 1‐1 2 Training Program Overview ............................................................................................................. 2‐1
Training Staff ....................................................................................................................................... 2‐1 Price Quotations.................................................................................................................................. 2‐1 HSS Mobile Training System ............................................................................................................ 2‐3 DFS Training Facility, Melbourne, Florida...................................................................................... 2‐5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)................................................................................................ 2‐5 Testing & Practical Exercises............................................................................................................. 2‐6 Enrollment Procedures ...................................................................................................................... 2‐8
3 Training Options................................................................................................................................. 3‐1 On‐Site Training (OST) ...................................................................................................................... 3‐1
On‐site Training Operational Requirements ............................................................................. 3‐1 DFS On‐site Training Courses ..................................................................................................... 3‐2
DFS Factory Training (DFT) .............................................................................................................. 3‐3 DFS Factory Training Operational Requirements..................................................................... 3‐3 DFS Factory Training Courses ..................................................................................................... 3‐3 Professional Development Training (PDT)................................................................................ 3‐4
PDT Training Courses........................................................................................................................ 3‐4 DFS Technical Certification Programs............................................................................................. 3‐5 Certification Procedures .................................................................................................................... 3‐6 Recertification Procedures................................................................................................................. 3‐7 Training Courseware under development...................................................................................... 3‐8
Course Syllabi 4 DFS Client Panel Integration............................................................................................................. 4‐1 5 DFS Refresher ...................................................................................................................................... 5‐1 6 Hyper SCADA Server Basic Operations.......................................................................................... 6‐1 7 Universal Overview............................................................................................................................ 7‐1 8 Hyper SCADA Server Advanced Operations ................................................................................ 8‐1 9 Hyper SCADA Server Advanced Operator .................................................................................... 9‐1 10 Hyper SCADA Server Telemetry Radio Frequency Troubleshooting ...................................... 10‐1 11 Telemetry Control Unit Basic Operation....................................................................................... 11‐1 12 Telemetry Control Unit Advanced Operation.............................................................................. 12‐1 13 Telemetry Control Unit Intermediate Operation ......................................................................... 13‐1 14 Hyper SCADA Server Screen Building ......................................................................................... 14‐1 15 Hyper SCADA Server Ladder Logic.............................................................................................. 15‐1 16 Basic Programmable Logic Controller & Process Management (PLC033 & PLC800) ............ 16‐1 17 Hyper SCADA Server Supervisor .................................................................................................. 17‐1 18 Remote Terminal Unit Basic Operation......................................................................................... 18‐1 19 Remote Terminal Unit Advanced Operation................................................................................ 19‐1 20 Remote Terminal Unit Intermediate Operation ........................................................................... 20‐1 21 Hyper SCADA Server TECHNICIAN........................................................................................... 21‐1 22 Telemetry Control Unit Technician................................................................................................ 22‐1
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23 Remote Terminal Unit Technician...................................................................................................23‐1 24 Introduction to SCADA and Radio Telemetry ..............................................................................24‐1 25 SCADA Technology Overview........................................................................................................25‐1
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DFS Headquarters
Location Map
605 N. John Rodes Blvd., Melbourne, Florida, U.S.A.
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Own Your Telemetry Through Data Flow Training
Has your facility taken advantage of the training offered by Data
Flow? With the economy, the way it is today, maybe it’s time you did.
At Jacksonville Beach, we have utilized DFS Training many times
both in house and at the Data Flow facility in Melbourne. Regardless
of the venue, the training was great. The classroom equipment is
exactly what we have in the field for hands on troubleshooting. The
courses were pertinent and interesting and the instructors are top
notch. In fact, they make it fun. We are now comfortable and
confident whether we are making new custom screens, adding a new
station to configuration or troubleshooting radio problems. Down
time and overtime have been significantly reduced saving us those
scarce dollars. And calls to Data Flow for tech support are extremely
few and far between. Thanks to Data Flow training, we can say that
we now truly “own” every aspect of our telemetry.
Chuck Saunders
CCST / Maintenance Supervisor
City of Jacksonville Beach, PCP
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 Training Mission
1 DATA FLOW SYSTEMS, INC. TRAINING MISSION
1. Educate end‐
users to the
maximum extent
possible.
2. Establish a
partnership with
the end‐users.
3. Implement a
train‐the‐trainer
program.
4. Constantly
develop new and
improved
courseware.
Eligibility for training is based on customer status. Normally,
only DFS customers are eligible for training.
Regardless of student experience, an entry point into the
training program will be determined. Licensed and
unlicensed personnel are qualified to attend and graduate.
The program is designed to be adaptive; there is no fixed
prerequisite education level. However, some courses have
prerequisite skill sets, which are listed in the syllabus for each
course.
We want our customers to be involved in the technical aspects
of the system. In order to meet this requirement, we train to
the highest level possible. No “smoke and mirrors” training
simulations are used; our students learn through experience
starting with basic hands‐on practical training. We want to
build strong long‐term partnerships.
Furthermore:
Training is a Customer Service function, not a Sales function.
Formal training may be conducted prior to acceptance of the
DFS equipment installation but generally the end‐users are
encouraged to self‐train with their system for a period of time
before formal training is conducted.
Training shall never be conducted as a promotion; only
installed equipment shall be the subject of training.
The training program is adaptable to changes and upgrades in
the system.
Training courseware is structured with a maximum of 30%
lecture and a minimum of 70% practical exercises, mostly
hands‐on.
The training system has a mobile element that allows
maximum scheduling flexibility and non‐interference with the
customer’s Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition
(SCADA) equipment.
Students who complete course requirements are awarded a
Certif icate of Achievement and, if qualified, Continuing
Education Units (CEUs).
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Students shall always be extended special courtesy regarding
training program quality improvement and technical
innovation suggestions.
Training is a cradle‐to‐grave service – the instructor is not the
last DFS representative to visit the job site.
Students may earn technical credentials in addition to
graduation recognition.
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2 TRAINING PROGRAM OVERVIEW
TRAINING STAFFThe DFS Technical Instructor and Curriculum Developer is apermanent employee assigned to the Customer Service Department.Additional personnel support training operations duringinstallations, upgrades, and rehabilitations.
PRICE
QUOTATIONS
Professional achievement goals for VARs and DFS
service technicians have been incorporated into the
training program.
2019 TRAINING PRICES – FLORIDA, USA
Flat-Fee Course Charge Table 1: CourseDays
1 4 StudentClass Charge
5 8 StudentClass Charge
1 $500 $6502 $900 $1,2003 $1,300 $1,7504 $1,700 $2,3005 $2,100 $2,850
Course Charge Notes:
1. There are two (2) Class sizes: 1 4 studentsand 5 8 students.
2. Course Charge is determined by total duration (days)of Course number or total duration of combinedCourses. (see Course Catalog)
3. Combined Courses Some courses include similar material. Whencourses are combined it s possible the total duration may be reduced.
4. Flat Fee Course Charge is for all training regardless of location.5. DFS Headquarters Melbourne training pricing is flat fee only; no on site
charge.6. Fees associated with CEU credits must be added per FSAWWA
requirements.7. On site training is an added charge per Table 2.
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All customers are eligible to qualify as DFS Master
Technicians (DMT)
On-Site Training Adder Charge Table 2: RegionMap #
1 DayTotalDuration
2 Day TotalDuration
3 Day TotalDuration
4 Day TotalDuration
5 Day TotalDuration
I $875 $1,050 $1,225 $1,400 $1,725II $700 $875 $1,050 $1,250 $1,550III $375 $550 $725 $900 $1,075IV $650 $825 $1,000 $1,175 $1,350V $800 $975 $1,150 $1,325 $1,500VI $650 $825 $1,000 $1,175 $1,350VII $725 $900 $1,075 $1,250 $1,425VIII $400 $575 $750 $925 $1,100IX $1,125 $1,300 $1,475 $1,650 $1,825X $725 $900 $1,075 $1,250 $1,425XI $725 $900 $1,075 $1,250 $1,425XII $1,025 $1,200 $1,375 $1,550 $1,725XIII $1,100 $1,350 $1,600 $1,850 $2,250
On Site Charge Notes (Table 2):1. On site Adder Charge in Table 2 is determined by Region Location and
Course Duration.2. The On Site Training Charge is in addition to the Flat Fee Course Charge.
To determine the total cost of onsite training, simply add the appropriate FlatFee Couse Charge (Table 1) to the appropriate Onsite Training AdderCharge (Table 2).
3. Region Map is modeled around FSAWWA, but modified to separateFlorida Keys as Region XIII.
Optional Adder Charge: Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Fees associated with CEU credits must be added to the Flat FeeCourse Charge. At the attendee’s discretion, CEUs can be awardedat an additional cost for certified training courses. CEU proceduresmay be discussed with the DFS instructor or FSAWWA TrainingCoordinator. Optionally, a training quotation can be provided toinclude CEU fees upon request.
Cancellation and Reschedule Policy
1. 100% reimbursement if request is received more than two weeksprior to schedule start date.
2. 50% reimbursement if request received two weeks or less priorto start date.
3. No reimbursement if request received 2 workdays prior to start
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date, no show for start date, or early departure from class.Payment is due in full.
4. DFS reserves the right to cancel, for any reason, any class as lateas two weeks prior to the start date. We recommended thatscheduled attendees purchase “refundable” travel tickets andhotel accommodations.
Out-of-State Training Policy
Training to be conducted outside the boundaries of Florida, USAshall be quoted using similar methods, but costs may differsignificantly.
Previously Earned Discount Ratings and Pricing Variances
All legacy (prior to January 1, 2012) agreements are voided. Anydiscount opportunities must be renegotiated with DFS. Discountedfess may always be discussed prior to or after a quotation is issued.Technician recertification requirements shall be revised. CEUcharges are not negotiable.
HSS MOBILE
TRAINING
SYSTEM
The Mobile Training System (MTS) is a lightened and compactversion of the HSS and remote terminals. Only fiberglass enclosuresare used, although some of the units are mounted withoutenclosures to allow unprecedented access.
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RTU204s without enclosures RTU202 and Field Equipment Simulator
RTU202 and Pump Control Panel RF Training System with RTU202 and TCU
Modbus I/O Trainer PLC Programmer’s Kit
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DFS TRAINING
FACILITY, MELBOURNE, FLORIDA
Multi-Media Presentation as
viewed by the student
Our training facility is at the headquarters building at 605 N. John
Rodes Blvd., Melbourne, Florida. The facility consists of a training
room/classroom, instructor offices, break room, and other areas.
Access to the training facility is controlled and the general public is
not permitted to enter the building. Guests are processed at the
main entrance only. All arriving students will be treated as guests
during their time at DFS.
The training room is fully equipped with current SCADA
equipment and constitutes one of the most diverse SCADA
networks, having various types of remote terminals. Simulated and
actual instrumentation is available to allow the implementation of
realistic controls integration projects.
Students are provided with all of the tools and equipment required.
Students are encouraged to bring laptop computers to training, but
Internet access is discouraged during training hours.
The training facility is used primarily for refresher courses and the
5‐day long technician courses. The classroom seats 8 people in the
normal configuration; 4 is the maximum preferred seating for 5‐day
curricula.
Food and beverage services may be provided during training,
although students have coordinated working lunches where food is
consumed in the classroom during practical sessions.
The majority of the training is hands‐on with some of the training
conducted outside the classroom.
Students shall be introduced to key figures and points‐of‐contact
while attending training. Extracurricular activities may result in
delayed training – training time is never lost. Training hours may
be extended as necessary to ensure all training objectives are met.
Students attending training in Melbourne should plan for full
training hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM is the usual schedule).
DO NOT schedule a flight you can’t make! DO NOT schedule
flights that depart before 7:00 PM Eastern Time on the day of
graduation.
CONTINUING
EDUCATION
UNITS (CEUS)
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are awarded for training
courses that support the retention of important regulatory and
technical information. Florida licensed personnel may receive CEUs
for DFS training courses if they satisfactorily complete the course of
instruction and pay the associated fees. Licensed personnel must
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Training can be delivered at
the customer’s home location
earn a minimum balance of CEUs to maintain active license status.
License maintenance is the responsibility of the student alone.
The FSAWWA processes the documentation, collects monetary
charges, and forwards accreditation to the Florida Department of
Environmental (FDEP). The FDEP accredits the student and records
the CEUs earned for maintenance of the license.
DFS performs the validation function only. Fees and registration
forms must be sent to the FSAWWA training coordinator. Credit
card, check/money order, and purchase order are the standard
payment methods. The instructor provides the CEU Registration
Form.
The student completes the CEU Registration Form and makes
payment after graduation. The completed form and fee payment
are mailed to the FSAWWA. The instructor must validate the form
prior to departure.
CEU procedures may be discussed with the DFS instructor or
FSAWWA Training Coordinator. CEU request forms must be
received within 15 working days of the graduation date.
TESTING &
PRACTICAL
EXERCISES
Operational SCADA Equipment
in the Training Environment
Testing has two different modes; (1) Practical Exercise and (2)
Written Examination. Practical exercises are hands‐on tasks that are
evaluated as “pass” or “fail.” Examples: Conduct a Fade Margin
Test, Troubleshoot the RTU, Reconfigure the TCU, etc. If the
examinee fails to perform the task, a retest will usually follow. All
training courses have practical exercise requirements. Typically, the
students must be able to perform an independent task or series of
procedural steps to complete the course of instruction. The practical
exercise is also a learning experience. Written examinations are
learning experiences too but anxiety is often observed in
examinees. Therefore, written examinations will be voluntary for
most and mandatory for a few. Persons who want to earn a
technical certification must pass a written exam. Persons who are
not inclined to achieve the maximum level of technical training will
decide for themselves if the examination is necessary.
Written Examination stipulations & procedures:
(1) Students will be offered an exam sign‐up sheet before training is
critiqued.
(2) Training contact time must be greater than 8 hours to meet
written exam eligibility.
(3) The examination process shall be considered part of the training
charge and no additional cost will be implied.
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(4) Continuing Education Units (CEUs) shall be awarded without
examination requirements unless specified by proper authority.
(5) The supervisor(s) of attending students shall receive a Letter of
Attendance for each person that registered for and physically
attended the course of instruction.
(6) Written examinations will be delivered to the local
proctor/supervisor via US Mail 60 to 90 days from the date of
course completion. Eventually electronic testing methods may be
adapted.
(7) Examinees who pass the exam shall receive a Certificate of
Achievement from the President of Data Flow Systems.
(8) A designated proctor will be appointed for local exam grading.
This person will normally be the supervisor of the person(s) being
tested.
(9) Examination proctoring procedures shall be included in the
examination mailing package.
(10) Exams shall be graded locally using an answer key issued to
the proctor.
(11) Typically, all questions will be completion or write‐in. Points
may be extracted from incomplete answers resulting in partial
credit.
(12) All material presented in training shall be eligible for testing
whether the original written reference material is available or not. If
the instructor says, “The sky is blue,” a question may be on the
exam: What was the color of the sky during training?
(13) Exams will be considered open‐book meaning that all technical
references are eligible for questions; paper or on‐line documents.
(14) Written examinations may be ordered separately and
administered to persons who did not achieve eligibility through
normal training attendance methods. This type of exam shall be
quoted by DFS training. Costs per exam shall not exceed the cost of
1 day of training ($400 in 2018).
(15) Certifications may not be achieved exclusively by taking
exams.
(16) When exams are graded, the proctor shall email a brief report
to DFS Training at [email protected]. Required data is
examinee name and date exam was graded.
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Achievement & Recognition
There are 3 levels of achievement in the training program:
1. Letter of Attendance (attended, participated, & performed
practical exercise).
2. Certificate of Achievement (met or exceeding all training
requirements including passing written exam).
3. Incomplete (no recognition awarded – attended less than
acceptable amount of contact time).
Students who attend a series of courses shall receive multiple
certificates applicable to each course attended.
Students meeting certification requirements shall receive additional
recognition from DFS.
ENROLLMENT
PROCEDURES 1. To register for DFS Refresher (FREE TRAINING) go to:
http://www.dataflowsys.com/services/free‐training‐register.php
You must be a current DFS customer to enroll.
2. To register for all other DFS training courses contact DFS
Service:
321‐259‐5009 X 1176
or
321‐863‐4828
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3 TRAINING OPTIONS
ON-SITE
TRAINING (OST) On‐site training is designed for delivery at the customer’s home
location and is usually considered remote from the DFS prospective.
Obviously, any on‐site course may be delivered at the Melbourne
Training facility as desired.
On‐site courses of instruction are usually less than five days (40
hours) training duration. However, individual courses may be
scheduled sequentially or “back‐to‐back” providing logistics is
capable of supporting the operation.
For example, Basic HSS Operations (DFS‐104), Basic TCU
Operations (DFS‐303), and Advanced TCU Operations (DFS‐307)
could be brought to the customer site and taught in sequence
Monday through Friday. Limiting factors include interruptions of
training due to local operational necessities, transportation of the
Mobile Training System (MTS) from Melbourne, Florida to the
customer site, and increased instructor travel expenses. With few
exceptions, on‐site training is conducted for 2 to 3 days when the
location is other than Melbourne, Florida. There are no distance
stipulations, Melbourne is local everywhere else is remote.
On-site Training Operational Requirements
1. A PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER or CREDIT CARD
NUMBER must be received by DFS during the quotation
response period. (Normally 30 days)
2. Confirmation of a training seat is established when a payment
method is received by DFS.
3. The students must be afforded a comfortable classroom
environment.
4. HSS MTS Power and environmental requirements must be
available.
5. If training is to be held at a plant or maintenance facility,
compliance with safety and security must be communicated to
the instructor prior to departure.
6. MTS radio emissions must be permissible (454 ‐ 459 MHz).
7. Cancellation and rescheduling policy shall be delineated in the
training quotation document and shall be concurred with prior
to instructor departure.
8. Adjustments in the number of students must be approved by
DFS.
9. Non‐customer attendance must be approved by DFS.
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DFS On-site Training Courses
Course Title DFS Course Number
Duration (Hours)
Duration (Days)
Remarks
Client Panel Integration 075 8 1 Myers® or Gilbert® Pump Control
Panel, or simulator
HSS Basic Operations 104 8 1 Basic SCADA operations
Universal Overview 107 16 2 DFS product familiarization and
protocol
New DFS Customer Training 109 32‐ 40 4 ‐ 5 Universal Overview + Basic
SCADA+ Basic Remote Equipment
HSS Advanced Operations
(HT3)
201 16 2 Advanced SCADA operations
TCU Basic Operation 303 8 1 Basic installation & manual
configuration
HSS Telemetry RF
Troubleshooting
305 24 3+1 Additional day for instructor
preparation
HSS Advanced Operator 306 32 4 DFS‐104 + DFS‐201
TCU Advanced Operation 307 16 2 Wiring & Computer HMI
Basic VFD TCU Operations 308 8 1 TCU90001 configuration
Advanced VFD TCU
Operations
310 24 3 PID & VFD theory included
TCU Intermediate Operation 311 16 2 Systems Engineering support
VFD TCU Intermediate
Operation
312 16 2 Systems Engineering Support
HSS Screen Building 402 24 3 HT3 & PMT screens
HSS Ladder Logic 503A 40 5 Relay Logic to PLC Programming
Basic PLC & PM 504 40 5 PLC033 and support equipment
HSS Supervisor (HT3) 602 8 1 SCADA system management
RTU Basic Operation 704 8 1 Basic description & assembly
RTU Advanced Operation 706 16 2 I/O wiring & integration
RTU Intermediate Operation 709 16 2 Systems Engineering Support
Follow‐on New Customer
Training (6 months)
FNC6 8 ‐ 16 1 ‐ 2 Informal training 6 months after
initial training completed. No cost.
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DFS FACTORY
TRAINING (DFT) Factory training implies that the courses in this category are
regularly taught at the Melbourne, Florida location. However,
special considerations may be made to bring the training to the
customer’s location.
Factory training also provides a look into the processes at DFS.
Coming to the factory and gaining an understanding may better
serve students, especially those new to SCADA and DFS.
Incentives for DFT also include personnel development and
retention. Certified technicians can receive all of their technical
training up‐front and become trainers themselves. This is called the
Train‐the‐Trainer concept. DFS will provide special assistance to
students designated as trainers.
DFS Factory Training Operational Requirements
1. A purchase order must be received by DFS prior to the first day
of training.
2. Cancellation and rescheduling policy shall be delineated in the
training quotation document.
3. Adjustments in the number of students must be approved by
DFS.
4. Non‐customer attendance must be approved by DFS.
5. Value‐added Reseller (VAR) training courses are restricted to
VAR personnel only.
DFS Factory Training Courses
Course Title DFS Course Number
Duration (Hours)
Duration (Days)
Remarks
DFS Refresher 106 8 1 Original “Free Training” course
HSS Technician 655 40 5 CERTIFICATION awarded. DFS‐
306 & DFS‐402
HSS/RTU Installer 702 8 – 40 1 – 5 Internal with potential for
contractor enrollment
VAR Technician Internship 801 40 5 On‐the‐job training with service &
systems (Experienced VAR only)
Instructor Training 802 40 5 Train‐the‐Trainer
Service Technician 803 40 ‐ 80 5 ‐ 10 CERTIFICATION awarded.
TCU Technician 990 40 5 CERTIFICATION awarded.
VFD TCU Technician 992 40 5 CERTIFICATION awarded.
RTU Technician 1086 40 5 CERTIFICATION awarded.
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Professional Development Training (PDT)
Commonly known as CEU training, PDT is Data Flow System’s
contribution to the FSAWWA training agenda. Although DFS
hardware and software are used, the presentation is generic in
nature. The objective of both courses is to familiarize water and
wastewater professionals with SCADA capabilities within their
industry. PDT courses are scheduled by the FSAWWA.
PDT TRAINING COURSES
Course Title FSAWWA Course Number
Duration (Hours)
Duration (Days)
CEU value
Remarks
Introduction to SCADA and
Radio Telemetry
05100623 8 1.0 0.8 FSAWWA fees
only
SCADA Technology Overview 05100929 8 1.0 0.8 FSAWWA fees
only
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DFS TECHNICAL CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS
Title Certification Requirements Re-certification Additional Comments
HSS Technician HSS Supervisor – 8 hrs
HSS Basic Ops – 8 hrs
HSS Advanced – 16 hrs
Screen Building – 24 hrs
HSS Tech Exam
TCU Technician HSS Basic Ops – 8 hrs
TCU Basic – 8 hrs
TCU Advanced – 16 hrs
RF – 24 hrs
TCU Tech Exam
RTU Technician HSS Basic Ops – 8 hrs
RTU Basic – 8 hrs
RTU Advanced – 16 hrs
RF – 24 hrs
RTU Tech Exam
Every 2 years 56 hours of formal training + 2 years
of experience with DFS systems.
Qualified to instruct all related courses
locally. All requirements must be met
in 2 years or retraining is necessary.
RF training is common to RTU and
TCU and may be shared between the
certifications. Intermediate training
may be considered equivalent to
advanced training for certification
purposes.
DFS may waive certain requirements
based on previously gained
experience.
DFS Master
Technician
PLC Basic – 40 hrs
Ladder Logic – 40 hrs
Panel Integration – 8 hrs
DFS Overview (Instruct) – 4
hrs
Master Tech Review Board
Every 4 years 88 hours of formal training + 4 years
of experience with DFS systems. Must
also have valid HSS, TCU, & RTU
Technician certifications. DFS
Overview presentation and review
board must be conducted in
Melbourne.
DFS Service
Technician
Service Tech – 64 hrs
Fiber Termination – 8 hrs
HSS Upgrades – 8 hrs
Service Tech Interview
Not required DFS Service technicians are authorized
to perform warranty‐level
maintenance on DFS & OCS hardware
and software. No prerequisite
certifications.
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CERTIFICATION PROCEDURES
Title: HSS Technician, TCU Technician, RTU Technician, Service Technician,
or Master Technician Certification Procedure
Procedure Effective Date/Time:
5/15/2015 8:53 AM
FSAWWA Course Numbers:
NA
Training Hours: 40 – 240
Fees: Per DFS Training Course Catalog
Location: DFS Training Facility, Melbourne, Florida (or specified)
Target Audience: Personnel possessing maximum responsibility & accountability for DFS
SCADA systems.
Format: PowerPoint presentation with laboratory exercises.
Requirements: (1) Pass written examination
(2) Meet experience requirements
Evaluation: Certified individuals shall be afforded special access to DFS personnel
during the training if in the Melbourne location.
Recognition: Certification shall be awarded, including course graduation certificates.
Specifications: Duration: Depends on certification level
Master Technician requires 32 days of formal training.
Fees Master Technician candidates are required to pay an application fee of
$150.00; this fee is collected during the final training event prior to
official certification and may be included in a purchase order.
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RECERTIFICATION PROCEDURES
Title: HSS Technician, TCU Technician, RTU Technician, Service Technician
or Master Technician Recertification Procedure
Procedure Effective Date/Time:
5/15/2015 8:57 AM
FSAWWA Course Numbers:
NA
Duration: 8 Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
1‐Hour Lunch Break
Fees: None
Location: DFS Training Facility, Melbourne, Florida (or specified)
Target Audience: Personnel within 3 months of Operator, Technician, or Master
certification expiration.
Format: Presentation, briefing, and informal discussion
Preparation: Prospective recertified Technicians should be prepared for on‐site
training.
Documentation: Reference material as described in applicable courseware.
Requirements: The following requirements must be met:
1. Attend briefing on changes and revisions to the particular
system
2. Discuss future certifications and goals
Evaluation: Recertified individuals will be afforded special access to DFS
personnel during the day if in the Melbourne location.
Recognition: New certification shall be awarded; expired certificate is surrendered.
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TRAINING
COURSEWARE
UNDER
DEVELOPMENT
DFS is constantly looking ahead to provide valuable training to meet
future requirements. End‐users, VARs, and DFS personnel are all
customers when it comes to the creation of new courseware.
Proposed Course Title Customer Course Number
Duration(Hours)
Duration (Days)
Remarks
Cellular RTU Installation,
Operation & Maintenance
End‐Users 707 16 1 Lecture & Lab
Cellular TCU Installation,
Operation, & Maintenance
End‐Users 708 16 1 May become part
of advanced TCU
Small Area Mesh (SAM)
Installation, Operation, &
Maintenance
End‐Users 710 8 2 SAM
configuration &
operations
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Experienced instructors
All DFS training staff are retired U. S.
military personnel. Russ Fortenberry, (USAF
Retired), Customer Service Manager, is
responsible for the execution of the training
program. Instructor and courseware
developer Bill Johnston, standing above,
(USN Retired) is a Florida Section, American
Water Works Association certified instructor.
Course Syllabi
Course Syllabi
Technically‐superior SCADA systems
Since 1981 when it was founded in the
shadow of Americaʹs space program, DFS has
endeavored to fill the need for technically‐
superior and cost‐effective SCADA systems
for the nationʹs water utilities.
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-103: On-site Training (OST)
4 DFS CLIENT PANEL INTEGRATION
Course Title: DFS Client Panel Integration
DFS Course Number: 075
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112777
Overall Course Length: 8 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
1‐Hour Lunch Breaks
Class Size: 4 Maximum (1:4 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: Electricians, electronics technicians, electrical maintenance, and
mechanics with electrical experience. Designed for hands‐on
electrical workers. Ideal for pump station maintenance personnel.
Format: Add‐on topic to advanced training courses. The primary training
objective is to plan and execute an integration plan. The instructor
provides telemetry and control requirements. A Myers® Simplex
Pump Control Unit and/or Gilbert® Duplex Booster Pump Control
Panel serve as the client equipment. The Myer panel is smaller and
well suited for mobile training system deployment. The Gilbert
panel is permanently mounted in the Melbourne, FL training lab.
The schedule is managed around the project; no periods or fixed
times for breaks will be planned. A working lunch is encouraged.
Prerequisites: Prospective attendees should have experience with electrical
controls & wiring.
Course Documentation:
A Student Workbook containing drawings, technical handouts, and
notes taking pages, is issued to each attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge
and skill to perform the following operations: Describe pump control panel physical hardware. Understand and apply basic pump control algorithms. Fabricate, install, and modify Wago® wire connection
appliances. Measure, cut, and strip 16 & 20 AWG Copper wire as required. Safely conduct electrical installations and repairs in the 30 – 120
volt environment. Demonstrate various methods and formats of controls
integration as required.
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Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Testing & Recognition: Practical exercise only. Certificate of Achievement awarded.
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 80
Training Duration: 1 Day
Training Hours: 8
Intensity Level: Apprentice Electrical Controls
Delivery Rate: 10 slides per hour (mostly hands‐on exercises)
Additional Information: Food and beverage service available on request. Students may be
assigned to groups depending on student population and
availability of equipment. The type of equipment used and specific
application of the integration is prearranged. For instance, a TCU
would be integrated with the client panel if this course were added
to TCU Advanced Training. If the customer owns multiple types of
equipment, the course can be conducted for multiple days as
necessary.
Materials Required: The instructor shall provide all wiring supplies, schematics, and
Wago accessories. Additional supplies may need to be procured
locally based on number of projects and material consumption.
Students should bring wiring hand tools for 16 AWG; cutters and
strippers, screwdrivers, knife, etc.
Color Codes: Wire color‐coding may be different from standard wiring. Training
scenarios use colors that tend to differentiate between signals more
noticeably.
Protective Devices: Fuses, suppressors, circuit breakers, and disconnect links may be
omitted from training projects for ergonomic or time restraint
reasons.
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
I Introduction 10 8:00 AM 8:10 AM
1 ―› 4 Presentation 30 8:10 AM 8:40 AM
‐ Pre‐configuration/Setup 20 8:40 AM 9:00 AM
5 ―› 8 Practical Exercise 420 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
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Training Equipment Requirements
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) HSS001
1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454 ‐ 459 MHz
1 DFS Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) RTU 202 w/extra DIN
1 Pump Control Module (PCM001) RTU I/O Module
3 Digital Control Modules Various models
1 DFS Telemetry Control Unit TCU001 w/Wago blocks
1 Myers or Gilbert Pump Control Panel NEMA Type RJ enclosure
‐ Octal Relays, sockets, Wago blocks, etc. Installation kit
4 Laptop Computer with HSS client applications Student terminals
1 Workstation/Presentation Computer
1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor
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Testing
Practical exercises are conducted on‐site
using the Mobile Training System.
Voluntary written examinations are
administered 60 to 90 days after the
completion of the on‐site training. These
steps ensure that the student can
operate the equipment independently
and retention of technical information is
properly evaluated.
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-106: On-site Training (OST)
5 DFS REFRESHER
Course Title: DFS Refresher
DFS Course Number: 106
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112631
Course Length: 8 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
1‐Hour Lunch Break
Class Size: 8 Maximum (1:8 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: DFS Training Facility, Melbourne, Florida
Target Audience: Designed for licensed and unlicensed Water & Waste Water
Treatment, Public Works, Information Technology, and civil
engineering professionals. This course is offered twice per year to
DFS customers, free of charge. See Registration section for on‐line
enrollment procedures.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation and practical
exercises using genuine DFS equipment. Fast delivery and group
paced. The same material is taught each day of the week.
Prerequisites: Prospective attendees should have basic laptop personal computer
skills in the Microsoft® environment. DFS equipment familiarity is a
definite plus.
Course Documentation:
A Student Guide binder containing a hard copy of the presentation,
and notes taking pages, is issued to each attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have obtained the
following fundamental concepts:
General SCADA system capabilities and operator
responsibilities.
Telemetry Control Unit capabilities and deployment procedures.
Remote Terminal Unit design, module flexibility, and wiring
techniques.
Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Testing & Recognition: No testing required. Student’s supervisor receives letter of
attendance.
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Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 156
Training Duration: 1 Day
Training Hours: 8
Intensity Level: Basic refresher
Delivery Rate: 20 slides per hour
Additional Information: Food service is provided.
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
I Introduction 20 08:00AM 08:20AM
1 SCADA Terms & Concepts 30 08:20 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
2 SCADA Terms & Concepts 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
3 HSS Equipment Description 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
4 HSS Equipment Description 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
5 HSS Equipment Description 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
6 TCU Practice 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
7 RTU Practice 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
8 Daily Recap 70 3:50 PM 5:00 PM
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Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) HSS001
1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454‐459 MHz
3 DFS Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) RTU and TCU
4
Laptop Computer with HSS client
applications Student terminals
1 Workstation/Presentation Computer
1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor or Monitor
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Training Goals
The goal of the DFS Customer Training
Program is to present technical
information, and ultimately, enable the
customer to operate and maintain the
DFS SCADA system without the need of
outside technical assistance. “We want
our customers to be independent.”
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-104 | On-site Training (OST)
6 HYPER SCADA SERVER BASIC OPERATIONS
Course Title: Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Basic Operations
DFS Course Number: 104
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112631
Overall Course Length: 8 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily)
1‐Hour Lunch Breaks
Class Size: 8 Maximum (1:8 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: New personnel and/or new to DFS SCADA who may be granted
access to the system.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation and practical
exercises using genuine DFS equipment. DFS Hyper SCADA Server
Universal Overview training precludes this course if trainees are new
customers. Fast delivery and group paced.
Prerequisites: Prospective attendees should have basic laptop personal computer
skills in the Microsoft® environment.
Course Documentation: A Student Workbook containing technical information, TACII
Planning & Installation Guide, and notes taking pages, is issued to
each attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge
and skill to perform the following operations:
Discuss basic theory of a HSS SCADA system.
Start‐up, shutdown, and mode shifting of the HSS.
Login in and logout of the HSS operational program.
Navigate through HSS graphics, screens, and user interfaces.
Create graphs (trends) as an aid to system‐level troubleshooting.
Edit alarm set points and configure HSS alarm reporting
protocols.
Create, edit, and schedule reports using any of the 10 standard
formats.
Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
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Testing & Recognition: Practical exercises are conducted on the last day. Those who
volunteer to be tested, and pass the exam, will receive a Certi f icate
of Achievement .
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 170
Training Duration: 1 Day
Training Hours: 8
Intensity Level: Basic Operation
Delivery Rate: 21 slides per hour (Medium)
Additional Information: This course of instruction is recommended as soon as possible
following a new or upgraded installation of the Hyper SCADA
Server. Food and beverage service available on request.
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule:
Day 1 – HSS Basic Operation
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
1 HSS Operation 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
1 HSS Operation (Cont.) 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
2 Viewing Screens 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
3 Trender 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
3 Trender (Cont.) 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
4 Editing Alarms 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
5 Reports 60 2:50 PM 3:50 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:50 PM 4:00 PM
CR Course Review 30 4:00 PM 4:30 PM
CC Course Critique 30 4:30 PM 5:00 PM
Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) HSS001
1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454 ‐ 459 MHz
3 DFS Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) RTU and TCU
4 Laptop Computer with HSS client Student terminals
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Quantity Equipment Remarks
applications
1 Workstation/Presentation Computer
1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor or Monitor
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Free training
The DFS Refresher training course is
offered four times per year free of
charge to DFS customers. Watch the
DFS website for scheduling in
January, April, July, & October.
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-104 | On-site Training (OST)
7 UNIVERSAL OVERVIEW
Course Title: Universal Overview
DFS Course Number: 107
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112631
Overall Course Length: 16 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily)
1‐Hour Lunch Breaks
Class Size: 8 Maximum (1:8 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: New personnel and/or new to DFS SCADA who may be granted
access to the system.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation. Fast delivery and
group paced.
Prerequisites: None
Course Documentation: A Student Workbook containing the PowerPoint presentation.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge
and skill to perform the following operations:
Discuss basic theory of a HSS SCADA system.
Discuss basic operation of DFS remote equipment.
Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Testing & Recognition: Those who volunteer to be tested, and pass the exam, will receive a
Certif icate of Achievement .
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 210
Training Duration: 2 Days
Training Hours: 16
Intensity Level: Basic Technology
Delivery Rate: 14 slides per hour (Medium)
Additional Information: Food and beverage service available on request.
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Topical Outline/Typical Schedule:
Day 1 – Universal Overview
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
I Introduction 20 08:00AM 08:20AM
2 SCADA Overview 30 08:20 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
2 SCADA Overview (Cont.) 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
2 SCADA Overview (Cont.) 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
2 SCADA Overview (Cont.) 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
3 SCADA Drivers 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
3 SCADA Drivers (Cont.) 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
3 SCADA Driver (Cont.) 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
‐ Day 1 Recap 70 3:50 PM 5:00 PM
Day 2 – Universal Overview
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
4 Equipment Description 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
4 Equipment Description (Cont.) 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
4 Equipment Description (Cont.) 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
5 Software Description 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
6 Electrical Controls 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
P1 Practical Exercise 1 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
P1 Practical Exercise Critique 60 2:50 PM 3:50 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:50 PM 4:00 PM
OVR Overview Review 30 4:00 PM 4:30 PM
‐ Day 2 Recap 30 4:30 PM 5:00 PM
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-201 | On-site Training (OST)
8 HYPER SCADA SERVER ADVANCED OPERATIONS
Course Title: Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Advanced Operations
DFS Course Number: 201
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112635
Course Length: 16 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily)
1‐Hour Lunch Breaks
Class Size: 8 Maximum (1:8 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: Technicians and operators.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation and practical
exercises using genuine DFS equipment. Fast delivery and group
paced.
Prerequisites: Prospective attendees should have completed DFS‐106, or
preferably, DFS‐104 or DFS‐105.
Course Documentation:
A Student Workbook containing technical information and notes
taking pages is issued to each attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge
and skill to perform the following operations:
Originate SCADA system user accounts including access
permissions.
Configure new or modified remote terminals for service in the
HSS network.
Configure callout, call‐in, and dial‐up systems using HSS
telephone capability.
Record voice announcements for station identification and alarm
conditions.
Organize control and monitoring point data through the use of a
“keyword.”
Utilize HSS telemetry traffic monitoring tool to evaluate
communications links.
Obtain information from remote terminals using the patch utility
application.
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Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Testing & Recognition: Practical exercise conducted. Written examination volunteers may
earn a Certif icate of Achievement 60 to 90 days after course
completion
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 282
Training Duration: 2 Days
Training Hours: 16
Intensity Level: Advanced Operation
Delivery Rate: 18 slides per hour (Medium)
Additional Information: This course of instruction is recommended 90 days following a new
or upgraded installation of the Hyper SCADA Server Addenda are
included if client applications and/or MySQL/Maria & ODBC are to
be discussed. Food and beverage service available on request.
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule:
Day 1 – HSS Advanced Operations - Lecture
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
I Introduction 20 8:00 AM 8:20 AM
1 Creating Users 30 8:20 AM 8:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 8:50 AM 9:00 AM
2 Station Configuration 50 9:00 AM 9:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 9:50 AM 10:00 AM
2 Station Configuration 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
3 Telephone Connections 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
4 Voice Recording 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
4 Voice Recording 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
5 Keyword Setup 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
6 Traffic Tool Usage/Daily Recap 70 3:50 PM 5:00 PM
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Day 2 – HSS Advanced Operations – Practical Exercises
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
7 Patch Utility 50 8:00 AM 8:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 8:50 AM 9:00 AM
P1 Practical Exercise Part 1 50 9:00 AM 9:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 9:50 AM 10:00 AM
P2 Practical Exercise Part 2 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
P3 Practical Exercise Part 3 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
P4 Practical Exercise Part 4 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
P5 Practical Exercise Part 5 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
P6 Practical Exercise Part 6 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
PG Practical Exercise (Graded) 50 3:50 PM 4:40 PM
R Course review 20 4:40 PM 5:00 PM
Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) HSS001
1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454‐459 MHz
3 DFS Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) RTU and TCU
4 Laptop Computer with HSS client
applications
Student terminals
1 Workstation/Presentation Computer
1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor or Manual
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Quality training programs
DFS offers top quality training ‐ at your
location or ours ‐ on all DFS hardware
and software products.
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-306 | On-site Training (OST)
9 HYPER SCADA SERVER ADVANCED OPERATOR
Course Title: DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Advanced Operator
DFS Course Number: 306
FSAWWA Course Numbers:
05112783 + 05112635
Course Length: 32 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily)
1‐Hour Lunch Breaks
Class Size: 8 Maximum (1:8 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: This course is specifically designed to support DFS SCADA System
Operator qualifications.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation and practical
exercises using genuine DFS equipment. Fast delivery and group
paced.
Prerequisites: DFS Refresher (DFS‐106) or SCADA Overview (DFS‐107) should
have been completed within 1 year of enrollment.
Course Documentation:
A Student Workbook containing technical information, and notes
taking pages, is issued to each attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge
and skill to perform the following operations:
Discuss basic theory of a HSS SCADA system.
Data backup procedures and recovery processes.
Control screen object editing and basic graphical design.
Trend Builder application including file saving & printing.
Alarm & callout configuration.
Create, edit, and schedule reports using any of the 10 standard
formats.
Originate SCADA system user accounts including access
permissions.
Configure new or modified remote terminals for service in the
HSS network.
Configure callout, call‐in, and dial‐up systems using HSS
telephone capability.
Record voice announcements for station identification and alarm
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conditions.
Organize control and monitoring point data through the use of a
“keyword.”
Utilize HSS telemetry traffic monitoring tool to evaluate
communications links.
Obtain information from remote terminals using the patch utility
application.
Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Recognition: Students, who attend the full schedule and complete the practical
exercise, will earn a Certi f icate of Achievement .
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 693
Training Duration: 4 Days
Training Hours: 32
Intensity Level: Advanced Operation
Delivery Rate: 22 slides per hour (Medium)
Additional Information: This course is a combination of workstation operations and
advanced operations. Food and beverage service available on
request.
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule:
See DFS‐104 and DFS‐201 topical outlines and schedules.
Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) HSS001
1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454‐459 MHz
3 DFS Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) RTU and TCU
4 Laptop Computer with HSS client
applications
Student terminals
1 Workstation/Presentation Computer
1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-305 | On-site Training (OST)
10 HYPER SCADA SERVER TELEMETRY RADIO FREQUENCY
TROUBLESHOOTING
Course Title: DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Telemetry Radio Frequency (RF)
Troubleshooting
DFS Course Number: 305
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112636
Course Length: 24 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily)
1‐Hour Lunch Breaks
Class Size: 6 Maximum (1:6 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: Designed for licensed and unlicensed Water & Waste Water
Treatment Plant technicians and supervisors. Essentially, personnel
who will be responsible for HSS SCADA system operation will
benefit the most from this course.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation and practical
exercises using genuine DFS equipment. Fast delivery and group
paced. A field exercise may be included to troubleshoot an actual
on‐site telemetry outage or lesser malfunction. The instructor
monitors the student’s processes and offers service technician
support if required.
Prerequisites: Telecommunications or ground communications background is
advantageous to learning. Non‐technicians may attend pending
instructor approval.
Course Documentation:
A Student Workbook containing technical information, and notes
taking pages, is issued to each attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge
and skill to perform the following operations:
Discuss RF theory to a level necessary to diagnose telemetry
outages.
Explain the fundamental theory of the HSS telemetry
proprietary protocol.
Recognize DFS radio telemetry hardware including technical
specifications.
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Obtain and evaluate radio error reports from the HSS central
workstation.
Demonstrate radio telemetry monitoring techniques using the
HSS Traffic tool.
Perform antenna mast and RTU ground testing and recognize
malfunctions.
Conduct antenna testing and satisfactorily terminate an RF
transmission cable.
Evaluate a radio transmitter’s output power using basic RF test
equipment.
Perform basic fade margin testing to determine a remote
terminal’s readiness.
Conduct field strength measurements and explain radio
interference problems.
Discuss preventive maintenance and basic radio service‐
extending processes.
Understanding basic troubleshooting techniques as
demonstrated in the field.
Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Testing & Recognition: Practical exercise conducted. Written examination volunteers may
earn a Certif icate of Achievement 60 to 90 days after course
completion
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 359 Training Duration: 3 Days (+1 day for setup)
Training Hours: 16
Intensity Level: Advanced Operation
Delivery Rate: 15 slides per hour (Medium)
Additional Information: This course of instruction is recommended for technicians. The
customer should possess the required tools and equipment prior to
scheduling this training. Food and beverage service available on
request. The first day of training is a setup day for the instructor;
radio calibration and testing prior to commencing class.
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-305 | On-site Training (OST)
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule
Day 1 – RF Troubleshooting
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
I Introduction 20 8:00 AM 8:20 AM
1 Basic RF Theory 30 8:20 AM 8:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 8:50 AM 9:00 AM
1 Basic RF Theory 50 9:00 AM 9:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 9:50 AM 10:00 AM
2 HSS Telemetry Protocol 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
3 DFS Radio Hardware 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
4 Radio Error Reports 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
5 Telemetry Monitoring 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
6 Ground Testing 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
7 Antenna Testing/Daily Recap 70 3:50 PM 5:00 PM
Day 2 – RF Troubleshooting
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
8 Battery Testing 50 8:00 AM 8:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 8:50 AM 9:00 AM
9 WinRTU Operations 50 9:00 AM 9:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 9:50 AM 10:00 AM
10 Transmitter Testing 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
10 Transmitter Testing 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
11 Fade Margin 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
11 Fade Margin 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
PR Troubleshooting Exercise 60 2:50 PM 3:50 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:50 PM 4:00 PM
PR Practical Exercise Critique 30 4:00 PM 4:30 PM
R Daily Recap 30 4:30 PM 5:00 PM
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Day 3 – RF Troubleshooting
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
12 Startup Process 50 8:00 AM 8:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 8:50 AM 9:00 AM
12 Startup Process 50 9:00 AM 9:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 9:50 AM 10:00 AM
13 Spectrum Analyzer Operations 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
13 Spectrum Analyzer Operations 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
14 Preventive Maintenance Processes 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
15 Repairs 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
P Practical Exercises 60 2:50 PM 3:50 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:50 PM 4:00 PM
PR Practical Exercise Critique 30 4:00 PM 4:30 PM
R Course review 30 4:30 PM 5:00 PM
Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) HSS001
1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454.4125 MHz
2
Laptop Computer with HSS client
applications Student terminals
1 Workstation/Presentation Computer
1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor
1 RF Tool Kit (Defined by DFS Service Dept.)
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11 TELEMETRY CONTROL UNIT BASIC OPERATION
Course Title: DFS Telemetry Control Unit (TCU) Basic Operation
DFS Course Number: 303 or 308 (VFD configuration)
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112632
Course Length: 8 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
1‐Hour Lunch Break
Class Size: 8 Maximum (1:8 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: Designed for licensed and unlicensed Water & Waste Water
Treatment Plant operators and technicians. Essentially, personnel
who will be responsible for replacing and configuring TCUs in the
field will benefit from this training.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation and practical
exercises using genuine DFS equipment. Fast delivery and group
paced.
Prerequisites: None.
Course Documentation:
A Student Workbook containing the TCU Startup Guide, and notes
taking pages, is issued to each attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge
and skill to perform the following operations:
Discuss basic TCU design, capabilities, configuration, and
physical layout.
Identify controls, indicators, and LCD screens including key
invoked functions.
Replace TCU on the Demo unit, which simulates the standard
TCU enclosure.
Configure the TCU manually for service using the keypad and
LCD screen.
Discuss the advantages of automatic configuration on telemetry‐
fitted TCUs.
Replace, configure, and test a TCU as directed in a graded
practical exam.
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Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Testing & Recognition: Practical exercise only. Student’s supervisor shall receive a letter of
attendance.
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 118 (303)/134 (308)
Training Duration: 1 Day
Training Hours: 8
Intensity Level: Basic Operation
Delivery Rate: 15‐17 slides per hour (Medium)
Additional Information: Food and beverage service available on request.
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
I Introduction 20 08:00 AM 08:20 AM
1 Basic Description 30 08:20 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
1 Basic Description 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
2 Controls & Indicators 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
3 TCU Replacement 20 11:00 AM 11:20 AM
4 Manual Configuration 30 11:20 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
4 Manual Configuration 50 12:50 PM 1:20 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
4 Manual Configuration 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
4/5 Manual & Auto Configuration 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
4 DFS Telemetry Control Units (TCUs) Telemetry not required
1 Workstation/Presentation Computer
1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-307 / DFS-310 | On-site Training (OST)
12 TELEMETRY CONTROL UNIT ADVANCED OPERATION
Course Title: DFS Telemetry Control Unit (TCU) Advanced Operation
DFS Course Number: 307 or 310 (VFD)
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112637 or 05112688 (VFD)
Course Length: 16 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily)
1‐Hour Lunch Breaks
Class Size: 4 Maximum (1:4 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: Designed for licensed and unlicensed Water & Waste Water
Treatment Plant technicians. Attendees will learn how to wire a
TCU and configure it for service on an existing HSS telemetry
network.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation and practical
exercises using genuine DFS equipment. Fast delivery and group
paced. Electrical safety precautions are necessary.
Prerequisites: Electrical and/or electronics background is advantageous to
learning. Non‐technicians may attend pending instructor approval.
Course Documentation:
A Student Workbook containing technical informal, TCU I & O
Manual, and notes taking pages, is issued to each attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge
and skill to perform the following operations:
Discuss interface connections and wiring techniques for TCU
initial installation.
Configure remote stations with HSS including over‐the‐air TCU
configuration.
Install a TCU in an existing RTU utilizing a Bus Extender
Module and cabling.
Troubleshoot failures associated with the TCU and replace
defective parts.
Discuss the TCU software installation process using TCU
Programmer®.
Perform practical exercises after receiving electrical safety
briefing.
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Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Testing & Recognition: Practical exercise conducted. Written examination volunteers may
earn a Certif icate of Achievement 60 to 90 days after course
completion
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 238 (307) – 266 (310)
Training Duration: 2 Days
Training Hours: 16
Intensity Level: Advanced Operation
Delivery Rate: 15‐17 slides per hour (Medium)
Additional Information: Autodialer and/or Network TCU versions are available for training
at customer request. This training requires a complete DFS HSS
based network with telemetry. Food and beverage service is not
provided.
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule
Day 1 – TCU Advanced Operations – Lecture (Part 1)
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
I Introduction 20 08:00 AM 08:20 AM
1 Interface & Wiring Techniques 30 08:20 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
2 WinRTU Configuration 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
3 HSS Configuration 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
4 Non‐Radio TCU Configuration 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
5 Bus Extender Module Configuration 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
6 Troubleshooting & Repair 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
7 Software Installation 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
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Day 2 – TCU Advanced Operations – Practical Exercises
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
9 Practical Exercise Lecture 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
P1 Practical Exercise Part 1 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
P2 Practical Exercise Part 2 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
P3 Practical Exercise Part 3 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
P4 Practical Exercise Part 4 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
P5 Practical Exercise Part 5 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
P6 Practical Exercise Part 6 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
PG Practical Exercise (Graded) 50 3:50 PM 4:40 PM
Day 3 – TCU Advanced Operations – VFD (Part 2)
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
1 PID & VFD Basics 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
1 PID & VFD Basics 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
2 VFD Station Operations 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
2 VFD Station Operations 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
P1 Practical Exercise Part 1 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
P2 Practical Exercise Part 2 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
P3 Practical Exercise Part 3 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
PG Practical Exercise (Graded) 50 3:50 PM 4:40 PM
R Course review 20 4:40 PM 5:00 PM
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Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) HSS001
1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454‐459 MHz
4 DFS Telemetry Control Units (TCUs) 454‐459 MHz
4
Laptop Computer with HSS client
applications Student terminals
1 Instructor Laptop Computer
1 Autodialer Kit
1 Network TCU/Fiber Kit/NFM
Optional TCU001‐AD and/or TCU001‐IP
1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-402 | On-site Training (OST)
13 TELEMETRY CONTROL UNIT INTERMEDIATE OPERATION
Course Title: DFS Telemetry Control Unit (TCU) Intermediate Operation
DFS Course Number: 311 or 312 (VFD)
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112637
Course Length: 16 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily)
1‐Hour Lunch Breaks
Class Size: 8 Maximum (1:8 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: Designed as refresher training for licensed and unlicensed Water &
Waste Water Treatment Plant technicians.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation and practical
exercises using genuine DFS equipment. Fast delivery and group
paced. Electrical safety precautions are necessary.
Prerequisites: Electrical and/or electronics background is advantageous to
learning. Non‐technicians may attend pending instructor approval.
Course Documentation:
A Student Workbook containing technical information, TCU I & O
Manual, and notes taking pages, is issued to each attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge
and skill to perform the following operations:
Discuss interface connections and wiring techniques for TCU
initial installation.
Configure remote stations with HSS including over‐the‐air TCU
configuration.
Troubleshoot failures associated with the TCU and replace
defective parts.
Discuss the TCU software installation process using TCU
Programmer®.
Perform practical exercises after receiving electrical safety
briefing.
Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Recognition: Students, who attend the full schedule and complete the practical
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exercise, will earn a Certi f icate of Achievement .
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 250
Training Duration: 2 Days shall be allotted
Training Hours: 16
Intensity Level: Refresher
Delivery Rate: 16 slides per hour (Medium)
Additional Information: Autodialer and/or Network TCU versions are available for training
at customer request. This training requires a complete DFS HSS
based network with telemetry. Food and beverage service is not
provided.
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule
Day 1 – TCU Intermediate Operations – Lecture (Part 1)
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
I Introduction 20 08:00 AM 08:20 AM
1 Basic TCU Description 30 08:20 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
2 Controls & Indicators 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
3 Replacement Procedures 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
4 Manual Configuration 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
5 Physical Wiring Configuration 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
6 Alarms & Corrective Actions 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
7 Site Specific Training Requirements 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
Day 2 – TCU Intermediate Operations – Practical Exercises
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
9 Practical Exercise Lecture 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
P1 Practical Exercise Part 1 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
P2 Practical Exercise Part 2 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
P3 Practical Exercise Part 3 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
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Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
P4 Practical Exercise Part 4 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
P5 Practical Exercise Part 5 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
P6 Practical Exercise Part 6 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
PG Practical Exercise (Graded) 50 3:50 PM 4:40 PM
Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) HSS001
1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454.4125 MHz
4 DFS Telemetry Control Units (TCUs) 454.4125 MHz
4
Laptop Computer with HSS client
applications Student terminals
1 Instructor Laptop Computer
1 Autodialer Kit
1 Network TCU/Fiber Kit/NFM
Optional TCU001‐AD and/or TCU001‐IP
1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor
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Industry‐leading customer service
DFS has relied heavily on service and
support to succeed in the SCADA
business. This is the key ingredient to
establishing and maintaining a long‐term
relationship with our customers.
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-402 | On-site Training (OST)
14 HYPER SCADA SERVER SCREEN BUILDING
Course Title: Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Screen Building
DFS Course Number: 402
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112633
Course Length: 24 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily)
1‐Hour Lunch Breaks
Class Size: 6 Maximum (1:6 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: Senior operators and supervisory personnel.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation and practical
exercises using genuine DFS equipment.
Prerequisites: Prospective attendees should have completed DFS‐106, or
preferably, DFS‐104, and DFS‐201. Above average skills in the
Microsoft® operating environment are a plus.
Course Documentation:
A Student Workbook containing the screen building section form
the HT3 User Guide, and notes taking pages, is issued to each
attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge
and skill to perform the following operations:
Screen building design requirements.
Screen Builder utility program use and file maintenance.
Construct screens by incorporating objects, images, and
duplicate points from other screens.
Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Testing & Recognition: Practical exercise conducted. Written examination volunteers may
earn a Certif icate of Achievement 60 to 90 days after course
completion
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides186
Training Duration: 3 days
Training Hours: 24
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Intensity Level: Basic Operation
Delivery Rate: 8 slides per hour (hands‐on more than lecture)
Additional Information: HT3 has enhanced capabilities including re‐sizable graphics.
Typically, the students use the third day to develop screens for their
home base location. Screens developed by students are the property
of the all participants. Sharing is strongly encouraged. Food and
beverage service available on request.
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule
Day 1 – Screen Building - Lecture
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
I Introduction 20 08:00 AM 08:20 AM
1 Introduction to Screen Building 30 08:20 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
1 Introduction to Screen Building 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
2 Object Management 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
2 Object Management 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
2 Object Management 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
2 Object Management 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
2 Object Management 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
2 Object Management/Daily Recap 70 3:50 PM 5:00 PM
Day 2 – Screen Building – Practical Exercises
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
3 Image Management 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
3 Image Management 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
4 File Management 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
5 Process Management Toolkit 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
5 Process Management Toolkit 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
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Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
P1 Practical Exercise Part 1 (Base Screen) 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
P1 Practical Exercise Part 1 (Base Screen)) 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
P2 Practical Exercise Part 2 (Custom screens) 50 3:50 PM 4:40 PM
C1 Screen critiques 20 4:40 PM 5:00 PM
Day 3 – Practice
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
P2 Practical Exercise Part 2 (Custom screens) 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
P2 Practical Exercise Part 2 (Custom screens) 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
P2 Practical Exercise Part 2 (Custom screens) 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
P2 Practical Exercise Part 2 (Custom screens) 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
P3 Practical Exercise Part 3 (Graded) 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
P3 Practical Exercise Part 3 (Graded) 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
P3 Practical Exercise Part 3 (Graded) 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
C2 Screen critiques & information exchange 50 3:50 PM 4:40 PM
C3 Course critique 20 4:40 PM 5:00 PM
Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) HSS001
1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454‐459 MHz
3 DFS Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) RTU and TCU
4
Laptop Computer with HSS client
applications Student terminals
1 Workstation/Presentation Computer
1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor
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CEU credits
DFS training qualifies for Continuing
Education Unit (CEU) credits through
the Florida Section of the American
Water Works Association (FSAWWA).
This accreditation may be extended to
other regions as necessary.
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-504 | On-site Training (OST)
15 HYPER SCADA SERVER LADDER LOGIC
Course Title: Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Ladder Logic
DFS Course Number: 503A
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112778
Course Length: 40 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily)
1‐Hour Lunch Breaks
Class Size: 4 Maximum (1:4 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: Operators and technicians.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation and practical
exercises using genuine DFS equipment. Fast delivery and group
paced.
Prerequisites: Prospective attendees must be graduates of HSS Basic and
Advanced Operator training courses. DFS TCU training and motor
controller experience is a plus.
Course Documentation:
A Student Workbook containing ladder logic reference cards, HT3
User Guide Logic Building section, and notes taking pages, is issued
to each attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge
and skill to perform the following operations:
Discuss the history of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
and Relay Ladder Logic (RLL).
Identify basic symbols used with PLC, RLL, and electrical motor
control schematic diagrams.
Manipulate Virtual Ladder Builder® software to produce
automated programs.
Demonstrate familiarity with HSS ladder logic programs
commonly deployed in field applications.
Conduct ladder logic program installation, modification, and
removal per established procedures.
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Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Testing & Recognition: Practical exercise conducted. Written examination volunteers may
earn a Certif icate of Achievement 60 to 90 days after course
completion
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 255
Training Duration: 5 days
Training Hours: 40
Intensity Level: Entry Level to Advanced
Delivery Rate: 12 slides per hour (hands‐on more than lecture)
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule
Day 1 – Introduction, History of PLC, Diagrams, and Virtual Ladder Logic®
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
I Introduction 20 08:00 AM 08:20 AM
1 History of PLC 30 08:20 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
2 Diagrams & Symbols 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
2 Diagrams & Symbols 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
2 Diagrams & Symbols 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
2 Diagrams & Symbols 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
2 Diagrams & Symbols 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
3 Virtual Logic Builder® Operations 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
3 Virtual Logic Builder®/Daily Recap 70 3:50 PM 5:00 PM
Day 2 – Virtual Ladder Logic® Application
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
3 Virtual Logic Builder® Operations 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
3 Virtual Logic Builder® Operations 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
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Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
3 Virtual Logic Builder® Operations 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
3 Virtual Logic Builder® Operations 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
3 Virtual Logic Builder® Operations 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
3 Virtual Logic Builder® Operations 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
3 Virtual Logic Builder® Operations 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
3 Virtual Logic Builder®/Daily Recap 70 3:50 PM 5:00 PM
3 Virtual Logic Builder® Operations 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
Day 3 – Practical Exercises
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
4 Practical Exercise Part 1 (Rung & Branches) 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
4 Practical Exercise Part 1 (Rungs & Branches) 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
4 Practical Exercise Part 2 (Comments) 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
4 Practical Exercise Part 2 (Comments) 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
5 Practical Exercise Part 3 (Digital Objects) 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
5 Practical Exercise Part 3 (Digital Objects) 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
5 Practical Exercise Part 3 (Digital Objects) 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
PG Practical Examination A 50 3:50 PM 4:40 PM
R Course Review 20 4:40 PM 5:00 PM
Day 4 – Virtual Ladder Logic® Application
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
5 Practical Exercise Part 3 (Digital Objects) 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
5 Practical Exercise Part 3 (Digital Objects) 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
5 Practical Exercise Part 3 (Digital Objects) 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
6 Practical Exercise Part 4 (Analog Objects) 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
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Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
6 Practical Exercise Part 4 (Analog Objects) 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
6 Practical Exercise Part 4 (Analog Objects) 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
6 Virtual Logic Builder® 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
6 Virtual Logic Builder®/Daily Recap 70 3:50 PM 5:00 PM
6 Practical Examination B 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
Day 5 – Practical Exercises
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
7 Practical Exercise Part 5 (Time Objects) 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
7 Practical Exercise Part 5 (Time Objects) 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
7 Practical Exercise Part 5 (Time Objects) 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
8 Practical Exercise Part 5 (Compare Objects) 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
9 Practical Exercise Part 5 (Math Objects) 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
10 Final Practical Examination C 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
10 Final Practical Examination D 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
PG Course Wrap‐up & PC Cleaning 50 3:50 PM 4:40 PM
R Course Review 20 4:40 PM 5:00 PM
Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) HSS001
1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454‐459 MHz
3 DFS Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) RTU and TCU
4
Laptop Computer with HSS client
applications Student terminals
1 Workstation/Presentation Computer
4 Relay Logic Kits Wiring project
1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor
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16 BASIC PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLER & PROCESS
MANAGEMENT (PLC033 & PLC800)
Course Title: Basic PLC & PM
DFS Course Number: 504
FSAWWA Course Number:
Pending
Course Length: 40 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily)
1‐Hour Lunch Breaks
Class Size: 4 Maximum (1:4 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: Based on space availability.
Target Audience: Electronics Technicians, Instrumentation Technicians, Electricians,
and automation developers.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation and practical
exercises using genuine DFS equipment. Fast delivery and group
paced.
Prerequisites: Prospective attendees must be graduates of HSS Advanced Operator
and Advanced RTU training courses and must have DFS screen
building & ladder logic experience. Ideally, the prospective student
would be completed all DFS advanced training courses.
Course Documentation:
Student Workbook, Operations Workbook, & Reference Material
binders containing technical references, reference cards, and
laboratory support information/procedures.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge
and skill to perform the following operations:
Discuss the history of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
and DFS automation equipment.
Discuss Modbus protocol, ladder logic, and process
management.
Relate to Proportional, Integral, & Derivative (PID) and Variable
Frequency Drive (VFD) control technologies.
Operate Process Management Toolkit (PMT) software in
Human‐to‐Machine Interface (HMI) mode and as tool to develop
screens, logic, and other process control functions.
Configure the PLC and map Input/Output (I/O) matrices.
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Undertake automation projects and design test procedures.
Integrate the PLC Remote Terminal to the client panel using
approved hard wiring practices.
Troubleshoot malfunctions across all parts of the project’s
architecture including logical and electrical methods.
Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Testing & Recognition: Practical exercise conducted. Written examination volunteers may
earn a Certif icate of Achievement 60 to 90 days after course
completion
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 345
Training Duration: 5 days
Training Hours: 40
Intensity Level: Advanced
Delivery Rate: 12 slides per hour (hands‐on more than lecture)
Additional Information: This course is EXTREMELY challenging for students who have no
experience with PLC and/or automated controls. The course
prerequisites must be strictly adhered to. Food and beverage service
available on request.
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule
Day 1 – System Overview
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
Intro Instructor Introduction 20 08:00 AM 08:20 AM
1 System Overview – History of PLC 30 08:20 AM 08:50 AM
1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
2 System Overview – Definition of Terms 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
2 System Overview – Definition of Terms 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
3 System Overview – DFS & OCS PLC 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
4 System Overview – Modbus Basics 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
4 System Overview – Modbus Basics 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
4 System Overview – Modbus Basics 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
5 System Overview –Ladder Logic Review 70 3:50 PM 5:00 PM
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Day 2 – System Overview & PLC Subsystem
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
5 System Overview –Ladder Logic Review 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
6 System Overview – Screen Building Review 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
6 System Overview – Screen Building Review 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
P1‐1 Practical Exercise (Inventory) 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
1 PLC Subsystem – PLC Physical Description 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
2 PLC Subsystem – Scope of Operations 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
3 PLC Subsystem – Installation & Testing 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
3 PLC Subsystem – Installation & Testing 70 3:50 PM 5:00 PM
4/5 PLC Subsystem – Updates & App. Structure 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
Day 3 – PLC Subsystem & PID & VFD
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
P2‐1 Practical Exercise (Bench Testing) 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
P2‐2 Practical Exercise (Bench Testing) 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
P2‐3 Practical Exercise (Bench Testing) 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
P2‐4/5/6 Practical Exercise (Bench Testing) 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
P2‐7 Practical Exercise (Bench Testing) 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
1 PID & VFD – PID Basics 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
1 PID & VFD – PID Basics 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
2 PID & VFD – VFD Basics 50 3:50 PM 4:40 PM
PID & VFD Review 20 4:40 PM 5:00 PM
Day 4 – HMI Subsystem & Project Construction
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
1 HMI Subsystem – HMI Utilities 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
2 HMI Subsystem – PLC033 Configuration 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
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Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
2 HMI Subsystem – PLC033 Configuration 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
3 HMI Subsystem – Mapping I/O 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
P4‐1 Practical Exercise (HMI) 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
P4‐2 Practical Exercise (HMI) 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
1 Project Construction – 12 Steps 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
1 Project Construction – 12 Steps 50 3:50 PM 4:40 PM
P5 Project Construction Assignment 20 4:40 PM 5:00 PM
Day 5 – Practical Exercises
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
P5 Project Construction 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
P5 Project Construction 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
P5 Project Construction 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
P5 Project Construction 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
P6 Integration 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
P6 Integration 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
P7 Troubleshooting 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
PG Practical Exercise (Graded) 50 3:50 PM 4:40 PM
R Course Review 20 4:40 PM 5:00 PM
Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) HSS001
1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454 or 456 MHz
1 Motor Control Panel Myers or Gilbert
1 DFS Remote Terminal Unit 204) Integration
4 DFS Remote Terminal Unit 202) Backplane only
4 DFS Bus Extender Module (BEM001) Standalone PLC ops
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Quantity Equipment Remarks
4 Computer Interface Module (CIM002) TACII SIM
4
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC033
and/or PLC800) Training core
4 PLC Bypass Card (PBC001) Troubleshooting
4 Power Supply Module (PSM003) 100 Watt
4 HMI Computer All PLC apps.
4 WinRTU Cable Kit Serial cables
4 Null Modem Part of CIM002
1 RIO032 With loop backs
4 Miscellaneous tools & consumables Fabrication
1 Workstation/Presentation Computer
1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor
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Superior technical support
DFS offers 24‐hour, 7‐days‐a‐week
technical support from its Customer
Service department. All service issues
are addressed and resolved by
factory‐direct employees or factory‐
trained organizations.
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-602 | On-site Training (OST)
17 HYPER SCADA SERVER SUPERVISOR
Course Title: Hyper SCADA Server Supervisor
DFS Course Number:
602
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112782
Course Length: 8 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
1‐Hour Lunch Break
Class Size: 4 Maximum (1:4 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: Directors, Superintendents, and other supervisory personnel.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation and practical exercises
using genuine DFS equipment. Fast delivery and group paced.
Prerequisites: Prospective attendees should have basic laptop personal computer
skills in the Microsoft® environment and access to the Manager (mgr)
login name.
Course Documentation:
A Student `Workbook containing technical references and notes taking
pages, is issued to each attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge and
skill to perform the following operations:
Alarm Management Policies & procedures.
Callout Management Policies & procedures.
Shutdown Menu
System Configuration, HT3 Mobile, and Symphony (HT3).
Partitioning of the SCADA network.
System monitoring using software tools.
Configuration Editor Operations.
Equipment Maintenance requirements.
Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Testing & Recognition:
Students attending this course shall automatically receive a Letter of
Achievement.
Courseware Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
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Specifications: Total Slides: 259
Training Duration: 1 day
Training Hours: 8
Intensity Level: Supervisor
Delivery Rate: 32 slides per hour (Very high)
Additional Information:
Students must complete basic training first. MGR password will be
freely issued to all attendees. Food service is provided.
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
I Introduction 20 08:00 AM 08:20 AM
1 Alarm Management 30 08:20 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
1 Callout Management 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
2 System Properties 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
3 Symphony 20 11:00 AM 11:20 AM
4 HT3 Mobile (HT3) 30 11:20 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
4 Partitions 30 12:50 PM 1:20 PM
5 System Monitoring 20 1:20 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
6 System Monitoring 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
7 Configuration Editor 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
8 MySQL and ODBC 50 3:50 PM 4:40 PM
9 Course Review & Critique 20 4:40 PM 5:00 PM
Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) HSS001
1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454.4125 MHz
3 DFS Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) RTU and TCU
4
Laptop Computer with HSS client
applications Student terminals
1 Workstation/Presentation Computer
R‐G‐B Projector or monitor
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-706 | On-site Training (OST)
18 REMOTE TERMINAL UNIT BASIC OPERATION
Course Title: Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) Basic Operation
DFS Course Number:
704
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112779
Course Length: 8 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily)
1‐Hour Lunch Break
Class Size: 4 Maximum (1:4 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: Technicians and maintenance personnel.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation and practical exercises
using genuine DFS equipment. Fast delivery and group paced.
Prerequisites: Prospective attendees should have basic laptop personal computer
skills in the Microsoft® environment.
Course Documentation:
A Student Guide containing a hard copy of the presentation, and notes
taking pages, is issued to each attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge and
skill to perform the following operations:
Identify typical DFS RTU hardware and discuss capabilities and
limitations.
Install and uninstall function modules in 204 backplanes.
Manipulate and verify module and station address assignments.
Troubleshoot RTU malfunctions to the module level.
Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Testing & Recognition:
Practical exercise conducted. Written examination volunteers may earn
a Certificate of Achievement 60 to 90 days after course completion
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 106
Training Duration: 2 days (1 day for Basic RTU)
Training Hours: 16
Intensity Level: Assembly
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Delivery Rate: 13 slides per hour (Medium)
Additional Information:
Food and beverage service available on request.
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule
Day 1 – RTU Operation
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
1 RTU hardware 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
2 Module Insertion 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
3 Addressing 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
4 Troubleshooting 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
5 RTU Assembly 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
6 RTU Assembly 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
P1 Practical Exercise Practice 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
PG Practical Exercise (Graded) 50 3:50 PM 4:40 PM
R Course review 20 4:40 PM 5:00 PM
Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 or 2 RTU‐204 #2 Primary (RTU‐204 #1 alt.) 454.4125 MHz RIM
1 RTU‐204 #2 Installation Kit Modules, keys, buds
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-655 | DFS Factory Training (DFT)
19 REMOTE TERMINAL UNIT ADVANCED OPERATION
Course Title: Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) Advanced Operation
DFS Course Number: 706
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112779
Course Length: 16 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily)
1‐Hour Lunch Breaks
Class Size: 4 Maximum (1:4 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: Designed for licensed and unlicensed Water & Waste Water
Treatment Plant technicians. Attendees will learn how to wire an
RTU and configure it for service on an existing HSS telemetry
network.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation and practical
exercises using genuine DFS equipment. Fast delivery and group
paced. Electrical safety precautions are necessary.
Prerequisites: Electrical and/or electronics background is advantageous to
learning. Non‐technicians may attend pending instructor approval.
Course Documentation:
A Student Workbook containing technical informal, TACII
Installation & Planning Guide, and notes taking pages, is issued to
each attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge
and skill to perform the following operations:
Perform WinRTUTest application tasks including PLC
programming and terminal configuration.
Assemble RTU204 and test with WinRTUTest application.
Cut, strip, and route I/O field wiring as required.
Troubleshoot failures associated with the RTU and replace
defective parts.
Discuss RTU upgrade processes and module patching.
Perform practical exercises after receiving electrical safety
briefing.
Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
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improvement discussions for future training events.
Testing & Recognition: Practical exercise conducted. Written examination volunteers may
earn a Certif icate of Achievement 60 to 90 days after course
completion
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 226
Training Duration: 2 Days
Training Hours: 16
Intensity Level: Advanced Operation
Delivery Rate: 15 slides per hour (Medium)
Additional Information: Food and beverage service is available on request.
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule
Day 1 – RTU Advanced Operations – Lecture (Part 1)
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
I Introduction 20 08:00 AM 08:20 AM
1 Interface & Wiring Techniques 30 08:20 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
2 WinRTU Configuration 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
3 HSS Configuration 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
4 I/O wiring procedures 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
5 Bus Extender Module Configuration 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
6 Troubleshooting & Repair 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
7 Patching modules 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
Day 2 – RTU Advanced Operations – Practical Exercises
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
9 Practical Exercise Lecture 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
P1 Practical Exercise Part 1 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
P2 Practical Exercise Part 2 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
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Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
P3 Practical Exercise Part 3 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
P4 Practical Exercise Part 4 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
P5 Practical Exercise Part 5 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
P6 Practical Exercise Part 6 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
PG Practical Exercise (Graded) 50 3:50 PM 4:40 PM
Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) HSS001
1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454‐459 MHz
4 DFS RTU204s 454‐459 MHz
4
Laptop Computer with HSS client
applications Student terminals
1 Instructor Laptop Computer
1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor
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On‐site training
All DFS training courses can be brought
to your home location. Our Mobile
Training System consists of a SCADA
Central and/or a number of remote
terminals. Students receive ʺhands‐onʺ
training without having to disrupt the
operation of any in‐service equipment.
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-655 | DFS Factory Training (DFT)
20 REMOTE TERMINAL UNIT INTERMEDIATE OPERATION
Course Title: Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) Intermediate Operation
DFS Course Number: 709
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112779
Course Length: 16 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily)
1‐Hour Lunch Breaks
Class Size: 8 Maximum (1:4 Instructor to Student ratio)
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: Designed as refresher training for licensed and unlicensed Water &
Waste Water Treatment Plant technicians.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation and practical
exercises using genuine DFS equipment. Fast delivery and group
paced. Electrical safety precautions are necessary.
Prerequisites: Electrical and/or electronics background is advantageous to
learning. Non‐technicians may attend pending instructor approval.
Course Documentation:
A Student Workbook containing technical information, RTRU O &
M Manual, drawings, Cutsheets, and notes taking pages, is issued to
each attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge
and skill to perform the following operations:
Discuss RTU installation and integration project in terms of
readiness and start‐up status
Understand the scope of work and control strategies deployed
with the new or improved RTU.
Discuss graphical screens and HMI features.
Operate and RTU locally and remotely.
Comprehend the need for procedures and troubleshooting
processes.
Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Testing & Recognition: Practical exercise conducted. Written examination volunteers may
earn a Certificate of Achievement 60 to 90 days after course
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completion
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 115
Training Duration: 2 Days shall be allotted
Training Hours: 8 ‐ 16
Intensity Level: Refresher
Delivery Rate: 18 slides per hour (Medium)
Additional Information: Food and beverage service is available on request.
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule
Day 1 – RTU Intermediate Operations – Lecture (Part 1)
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
I Introduction 20 08:00 AM 08:20 AM
1 Basic RTU Review 30 08:20 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
2 Specific RTU Hardware 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
3 Control Requirements 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
4 Graphical Screens 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
5 Local & Remote HMI 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
6 Modes of Operation 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
7 Troubleshooting 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
Day 2 – RTU Intermediate Operations – Practical Exercises
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
9 Site Visit 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
P1 Practical Exercise Part 1 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
P2 Practical Exercise Part 2 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
P3 Practical Exercise Part 3 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
P4 Practical Exercise Part 4 50 12:50 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
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Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
P5 Practical Exercise Part 5 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
P6 Practical Exercise Part 6 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM
PG Practical Exercise (Graded) 50 3:50 PM 4:40 PM
Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 Instructor PC Presentation only
1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor
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Testing
Practical exercises are conducted on‐site
using the Mobile Training System.
Voluntary written examinations are
administered 60 to 90 days after the
completion of the on‐site training.
These steps ensure that the student can
operate the equipment independently
and retention of technical information is
properly evaluated.
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-655 | DFS Factory Training (DFT)
21 HYPER SCADA SERVER TECHNICIAN
Course Title: Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Technician
DFS Course Number: 655
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112631 + 05112635 + 05112633
Course Length: 40 Training Hours – 5 days
Monday through Friday (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
1‐Hour Lunch Breaks
Class Size: 4 Maximum (1:4 Instructor to Student ratio)
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 726
Training Duration: 5 days
Training Hours: 40
Intensity Level: Advanced Maintenance
Delivery Rate: 18 slides per hour (Medium)
Preferred Location: DFS Training Facility, Melbourne, Florida
General Information: This course covers all operations conducted at the central terminal
workstation. Review the syllabi for basic operations/advanced
operations and screen building for details. Students should have the
prerequisite training for both courses. Students are encouraged to
bring laptop PCs and plans for their facilities. Beverage service
provided.
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Committed to education
DFS encourages its customers to get
involved. Customers are trained in
every aspect of the telemetry system.
Additionally, we are committed to our
industryʹs professional education and
development through FSAWWA CEU
education, support of FWPCOAʹs Short
Schools and regional meetings, and
telemetry conceptual and technical
training for utility organizations and
related businesses.
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-990 / DFS-992 | DFS Factory Training (DFT)
22 TELEMETRY CONTROL UNIT TECHNICIAN
Course Title: Telemetry Control Unit (TCU) Technician
DFS Course Number: 990 or 992 (VFD)
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112632 + 05112637 or 05112638 (VFD) + 05112636 + 05112777
Course Length: 40 Training Hours – 5 days
Monday through Friday (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
1‐Hour Lunch Breaks
Class Size: 4 Maximum (1:4 Instructor to Student ratio)
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 538
Training Duration: 5 days
Training Hours: 40
Intensity Level: Advanced Maintenance
Delivery Rate: 13 slides per hour (Medium)
Preferred Location: DFS Training Facility, Melbourne, Florida
General Information: An ambitious course to say the least; 4 courses of instruction packed
into 5 days; Basic TCU, Advanced TCU, RF Troubleshooting, &
Panel Integration. A graduate from the TCU Tech course can
operate, troubleshooting, evaluate, and integrate the TCU. This is a
complete package. See the various syllabi for detailed information.
Beverage service provided.
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Professional Development Training
Commonly known as CEU training, PDT
is Data Flow System’s contribution to the
FSAWWA training agenda. The objective
of these courses is to familiarize water and
wastewater professionals with SCADA
capabilities within their industry.
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-1086 | DFS Factory Training (DFT)
23 REMOTE TERMINAL UNIT TECHNICIAN
Course Title: Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) Technician
DFS Course Number: 1086
FSAWWA Course Number:
05112779 + 05112636 + 05112777
Course Length: 40 Training Hours – 5 days
Monday through Friday (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
1‐Hour Lunch Breaks
Class Size: 4 Maximum (1:4 Instructor to Student ratio)
Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 452
Training Duration: 5 days
Training Hours: 40
Intensity Level: Advanced Maintenance
Delivery Rate: 11 slides per hour (Medium)
Preferred Location: DFS Training Facility, Melbourne, Florida
General Information: Not to be confused with the TCU Tech course, this course covers
maintenance, troubleshooting, and integration for module station
RTUs. See the various syllabi for detailed information.
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Radio communication experts
No amount of attention to HMI software or RTU
hardware can overcome a poor radio
communications link. DFS brings an abundance
of RF experience and communications tools to a
SCADA project.
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 FSAWWA 05100623 | Professional Development Training (PDT)
24 INTRODUCTION TO SCADA AND RADIO TELEMETRY
Course Title: Introduction to SCADA and Radio Telemetry
FSAWWA Course Number:
05100623
Course Length: 8 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 16:00 PM)
Class Size: 32 Maximum
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: Designed for licensed Water & Waste Water Treatment Plant
operators, technicians, engineers, and supervisory personnel.
Essentially, personnel who have limited experience with a SCADA
system will benefit the most from this training.
Format: Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation and demonstrations
using a portable SCADA telemetry system.
Prerequisites: None.
Course Documentation:
A student handout packet, containing a hard copy of the
presentation, and ample notes taking space is issued to each
attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge to
discuss the following:
SCADA terminology and trade jargon
SCADA architecture and network concepts
Deployment and use of SCADA hardware and software
How a SCADA system interfaces with a human operator
Services provided by SCADA workstations including remote
control
Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Recognition: Students who attend the full schedule and complete the practical
exercises will earn FSAWWA course completion recognition.
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Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 74
Training Duration: 0.5 days
Training Hours: 4
Intensity Level: Familiarization
Delivery Rate: 19 slides per hour (Medium)
CEU Credit: 0.4
Additional Information: This training session provides an 8‐hour familiarization with
SCADA telemetry equipment. Data Flow Systems, Inc. hardware
and software is used in the demonstration, however, any
operational SCADA system is acceptable. Emphasis is on radio
telemetry. Breakfast is provided.
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
I Introduction 20 08:00 AM 08:20 AM
1 SCADA Terms & Concepts 30 08:20 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
1 SCADA Terms & Concepts 40 09:00 AM 09:40 AM
2 SCADA Telemetry 10 09:40 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
3 SCADA Telemetry 20 10:00 AM 10:20 AM
4 Practical Demonstrations 30 10:20 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
4 Practical Demonstrations 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM
R Course Review 10 11:50 AM 12:00 PM
Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) HSS001
1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454‐459 MHz
3 DFS Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) RTU and TCU
1 Workstation/Presentation PC
1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor
1 DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) HSS001
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Training Course Catalog | 2018 FSAWWA 05100929 | Professional Development Training (PDT)
25 SCADA TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW
Course Title: SCADA Technology
FSAWWA Course Number:
05100929
Overall Course Length: 8 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
1‐Hour Lunch Break
Class Size: 32 Maximum
Location: Based on space availability
Target Audience: Designed for licensed Water & Waste Water Treatment Plant
operators, technicians, engineers, and supervisory personnel.
Essentially, personnel who have limited experience with a SCADA
system will benefit the most from this training.
Format: Hands‐on training. Lecture supported by multi‐media presentation
and practical exercises using a portable SCADA telemetry system.
Prerequisites: Prospective attendees should have basic laptop personal computer
skills in the Microsoft® environment and be familiar with water and
wastewater processes.
Course Documentation:
A Student Guide binder containing a hard copy of the presentation,
and ample notes taking space, is issued to each attendee.
Training Objectives: Students who complete the full schedule will have the knowledge
and skill to perform the following operations:
SCADA terms & concepts
SCADA central terminal operation.
Navigate through SCADA screens and user interfaces.
Create graphs (trends) using typical SCADA utilities.
Create alarm set points and configure SCADA alarms.
Create, edit, and schedule standard SCADA generated reports.
Evaluation: The students will critique the training and participate in process
improvement discussions for future training events.
Recognition: Students who attend the full schedule will receive FSAWWA course
completion recognition.
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Courseware Specifications:
Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®
Total Slides: 194
Training Duration: 1 day
Training Hours: 8
Intensity Level: Introductory Operation
Delivery Rate: 24 slides per hour (High)
CEU Credit: 0.8
Additional Information: This training session provides an 8‐hour operator familiarization
with SCADA telemetry equipment. Data Flow Systems, Inc.
hardware and software is used in the demonstration, however, any
operational SCADA system is acceptable. Emphasis is on SCADA
Central terminal operations. Breakfast is provided.
Topical Outline/Typical Schedule
Topic Title Duration (Min.) Start Stop
I Introduction 20 08:00 AM 08:20 AM
1 SCADA Terms & Concepts 30 08:20 AM 08:50 AM
‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM
1 SCADA Terms & Concepts 50 09:00 AM 09:50 AM
‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM
2 Workstation Operation 50 10:00 AM 10:50 AM
‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM
3 Screens 20 11:00 AM 11:20 AM
4 Graphical Analysis 30 11:20 AM 11:50 AM
‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM
4 Graphical Analysis 30 12:50 PM 1:20 PM
5 Alarms 20 1:20 PM 1:40 PM
‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM
6 Reports 50 1:50 PM 2:40 PM
‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM
P1 SCADA Hands‐on Practice 50 2:50 PM 3:40 PM
Training Equipment Requirements:
Quantity Equipment Remarks
1 DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) HSS001
1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454.4125 MHz
3 DFS Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) RTU and TCU
4 Laptop PC with HSS client applications Student terminals
1 Workstation/Presentation PC
1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor
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