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 Duration 21 hours

Course Outline

Introduction to RTUs in Power and Automation Systems

  • The function of RTUs in substation and power cell operations.
  • RTU architectures and key hardware components.
  • Core functions and communication roles within control systems.

RTU Hardware Setup and I/O Configuration

  • Mapping digital and analog input/output channels.
  • Wiring considerations and field connection practices.
  • Addressing schemes and signal classification.

Communication Protocols for RTU Integration

  • An overview of Modbus, DNP3, IEC 60870-5, and other relevant standards.
  • Configuring serial and Ethernet communication.
  • Master-slave and client-server topologies.

RTU Logic, Control, and Automation Functions

  • Configuring internal logic and operational sequencing.
  • Managing alarms and reporting events.
  • Workflows for command and control execution.

SCADA and Control System Interfacing

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

Testing, Diagnostics, and Troubleshooting

  • Monitoring data flow and communication health.
  • Identifying issues related to wiring, addressing, and protocols.
  • Utilizing diagnostic tools for field verification.

Cybersecurity and Best Practices for RTU Deployments

  • Principles of secure configuration for field devices.
  • User access management and password policies.
  • Safeguarding communication channels against unauthorized access.

Hands-On Workshop: End-to-End RTU Configuration

  • Setting up a complete RTU environment from hardware to SCADA interface.
  • Testing I/O channels and communication paths.
  • Verifying full system operation and failover behavior.

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • A foundational understanding of industrial automation concepts.
  • Practical experience with control system hardware.
  • Knowledge of electrical or instrumentation fundamentals.

Target Audience

  • Automation and control engineers.
  • Power system technicians.
  • SCADA and substation integration specialists.

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