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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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Training Mission Training Course Catalog | 2018

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.


Training Course Catalog | 2018 Training Program Overview

2 TRAINING PROGRAM OVERVIEW

TRAINING STAFF The DFS Technical Instructor and Curriculum Developer is a

permanent employee assigned to the Customer Service Department.

Additional personnel support training operations during

installations, upgrades, and rehabilitations.

PRICE

QUOTATIONS

Professional achievement goals for VARs and DFS

service technicians have been incorporated into the

training program.

2018 TRAINING PRICES – FLORIDA, USA

Flat-Fee Course Charge Table 1: Course

Days

1‐4 Student

Class Charge

5‐8 Student

Class Charge

1 $400 $550

2 $800 $1100

3 $1200 $1650

4 $1600 $2200

5 $2000 $2750

Course Charge Notes:

1. There are two (2) Class sizes: 1‐4 students and 5‐8 students.

2. Course Charge is determined by total duration (days) of Course number

or total duration of ʺcombined Courses.ʺ (see Course Catalog)

3. Combined Courses ‐ Some courses include similar material. When

courses are combined, itʹs possible the total duration may be reduced.

4. Flat‐Fee Course Charge is for all training regardless of location.

5. Melbourne‐based training pricing is flat‐fee only; no on‐site charge.


Training Program Overview Training Course Catalog | 2018

All customers are eligible to

qualify as DFS Master Technicians (DMT)

6. Fees associated with CEU credits must be added per FSAWWA

requirements.

7. On‐Site Training Adder Charge is determined using Table 2.

8. Master Technician candidates pay an application fee of $150.00

On-Site Training Adder Charge Table 2: Region

Map #

1 Day

Total

Duration

2 Day Total

Duration

3 Day Total

Duration

4 Day Total

Duration

5 Day Total

Duration

I $875 $1050 $1225 $1400 $1725

II $700 $875 $1050 $1250 $1550

III $375 $550 $725 $900 $1075

IV $650 $825 $1000 $1175 $1350

V $800 $975 $1150 $1325 $1500

VI $650 $825 $1000 $1175 $1350

VII $725 $900 $1075 $1250 $1425

VIII $400 $575 $750 $925 $1100

IX $1125 $1300 $1475 $1650 $1825

X $725 $900 $1075 $1250 $1425

XI $725 $900 $1075 $1250 $1425

XII $1025 $1200 $1375 $1550 $1725

XIII $1100 $1350 $1600 $1850 $2250

On‐Site Charge Notes:

1. On‐site Training Charge is in addition to the Flat‐Fee Course Charge.

2. On‐site Adder Charge is by Region and course duration (total of days).

3. Region Map follows FSAWWA, but modified to separate Florida Keys as

Region XIII.

Optional Adder Charge: Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Fees associated with CEU credits must be added to the Flat‐Fee

Course Charge. At the attendee’s discretion, CEUs can be awarded

at an additional cost for certified training courses. CEU procedures

may be discussed with the DFS instructor or FSAWWA Training

Coordinator. Optionally, a training quotation can be provided to

include CEU fees upon request.

Cancellation and Reschedule Policy

1. 100% reimbursement if request is received more than two weeks

prior to schedule start date.

2. 50% reimbursement if request received two weeks or less prior



to start date.

3. No reimbursement if request received 2 workdays prior to start

date, ʺno‐showʺ 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 late

as two weeks prior to the start date. We recommended that

scheduled attendees purchase “refundable” travel tickets and

hotel accommodations.

Out-of-State Training Policy

Training to be conducted outside the boundaries of Florida, USA

shall be quoted using similar methods, but costs may differ

significantly.

Previously Earned Discount Ratings and Pricing Variances

All legacy (prior to January 1, 2012) agreements are voided. Any

discount opportunities must be renegotiated with DFS. Discounted

fess may always be discussed prior to or after a quotation is issued.

Technician recertification requirements shall be revised. CEU

charges are not negotiable.

HSS MOBILE

TRAINING

SYSTEM

The Mobile Training System (MTS) is a lightened and compact

version of the HSS and remote terminals. Only fiberglass enclosures

are used, although some of the units are mounted without

enclosures to allow unprecedented access.



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



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



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.



(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.



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


Training Course Catalog | 2018 Training Options

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.


Training Options Training Course Catalog | 2018

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.



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.



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



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.



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.



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


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.



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



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.


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.


DFS-103 | On-site Training (OST) Training Course Catalog | 2018

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



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



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.



5 DFS REFRESHER

Course Title: DFS Refresher



05112631

Course Length: 8 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)



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.


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.



Testing & Recognition: No testing required. Student’s supervisor receives letter of

attendance.





Total Slides: 156


Training Hours: 8

Intensity Level: Basic refresher

Delivery Rate: 20 slides per hour

Additional Information: Food service is provided.



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


‐ 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



Training Equipment Requirements:



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 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor or Monitor



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.”


Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-104 | On-site Training (OST)

6 HYPER SCADA SERVER BASIC OPERATIONS

Course Title: Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Basic Operations



05112631

Overall Course Length: 8 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily)




Target Audience: New personnel and/or new to DFS SCADA who may be granted

access to the system.


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.


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.


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.





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 .



Total Slides: 170


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


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




1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454 ‐ 459 MHz


4 Laptop Computer with HSS client Student terminals




applications


1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor or Monitor



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.



7 UNIVERSAL OVERVIEW

Course Title: Universal Overview



05112631

Overall Course Length: 16 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily)




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.




Discuss basic operation of DFS remote equipment.



Testing & Recognition: Those who volunteer to be tested, and pass the exam, will receive a

Certif icate of Achievement .



Total Slides: 210

Training Duration: 2 Days

Training Hours: 16

Intensity Level: Basic Technology


Additional Information: Food and beverage service available on request.




Day 1 – Universal Overview


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


‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 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


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



8 HYPER SCADA SERVER ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Course Title: Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Advanced Operations



05112635

Course Length: 16 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily)




Target Audience: Technicians and operators.



paced.

Prerequisites: Prospective attendees should have completed DFS‐106, or

preferably, DFS‐104 or DFS‐105.


A Student Workbook containing technical information and notes

taking pages is issued to each attendee.



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.





Testing & Recognition: Practical exercise conducted. Written examination volunteers may

earn a Certif icate of Achievement 60 to 90 days after course

completion



Total Slides: 282


Training Hours: 16

Intensity Level: Advanced Operation


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.


Day 1 – HSS Advanced Operations - Lecture



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



Day 2 – HSS Advanced Operations – Practical Exercises


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


‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 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


‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 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






4 Laptop Computer with HSS client

applications

Student terminals


1 R‐G‐B Projector or monitor or Manual



Quality training programs

DFS offers top quality training ‐ at your

location or ours ‐ on all DFS hardware

and software products.



9 HYPER SCADA SERVER ADVANCED OPERATOR

Course Title: DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Advanced Operator



05112783 + 05112635





Target Audience: This course is specifically designed to support DFS SCADA System

Operator qualifications.



paced.

Prerequisites: DFS Refresher (DFS‐106) or SCADA Overview (DFS‐107) should

have been completed within 1 year of enrollment.


A Student Workbook containing technical information, and notes

taking pages, is issued to each attendee.




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



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.



Recognition: Students, who attend the full schedule and complete the practical

exercise, will earn a Certi f icate of Achievement .



Total Slides: 693


Training Hours: 32



Additional Information: This course is a combination of workstation operations and

advanced operations. Food and beverage service available on

request.


See DFS‐104 and DFS‐201 topical outlines and schedules.






4 Laptop Computer with HSS client

applications

Student terminals





10 HYPER SCADA SERVER TELEMETRY RADIO FREQUENCY

TROUBLESHOOTING

Course Title: DFS Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Telemetry Radio Frequency (RF)

Troubleshooting



05112636






Treatment Plant technicians and supervisors. Essentially, personnel

who will be responsible for HSS SCADA system operation will

benefit the most from this course.



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.


A Student Workbook containing technical information, and notes




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.



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.





completion



Total Slides: 359 Training Duration: 3 Days (+1 day for setup)

Training Hours: 16



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.




Day 1 – RF Troubleshooting



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



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





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





1 DFS Central Terminal Unit (CTU) 454.4125 MHz

2





1 RF Tool Kit (Defined by DFS Service Dept.)


Training Course Catalog | 2018 DFS-303 / DFS-308 | On-site Training (OST)

11 TELEMETRY CONTROL UNIT BASIC OPERATION

Course Title: DFS Telemetry Control Unit (TCU) Basic Operation

DFS Course Number: 303 or 308 (VFD configuration)


05112632






Treatment Plant operators and technicians. Essentially, personnel

who will be responsible for replacing and configuring TCUs in the

field will benefit from this training.



paced.

Prerequisites: None.


A Student Workbook containing the TCU Startup Guide, and notes




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.


DFS-303 / DFS-308 | On-site Training (OST) Training Course Catalog | 2018



Testing & Recognition: Practical exercise only. Student’s supervisor shall receive a letter of

attendance.



Total Slides: 118 (303)/134 (308)


Training Hours: 8


Delivery Rate: 15‐17 slides per hour (Medium)

Additional Information: Food and beverage service available on request.




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



4 DFS Telemetry Control Units (TCUs) Telemetry not required





12 TELEMETRY CONTROL UNIT ADVANCED OPERATION

Course Title: DFS Telemetry Control Unit (TCU) Advanced Operation

DFS Course Number: 307 or 310 (VFD)


05112637 or 05112688 (VFD)






Treatment Plant technicians. Attendees will learn how to wire a

TCU and configure it for service on an existing HSS telemetry

network.



paced. Electrical safety precautions are necessary.

Prerequisites: Electrical and/or electronics background is advantageous to

learning. Non‐technicians may attend pending instructor approval.


A Student Workbook containing technical informal, TCU I & O

Manual, and notes taking pages, is issued to each attendee.



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.







completion



Total Slides: 238 (307) – 266 (310)


Training Hours: 16


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.


Day 1 – TCU Advanced Operations – Lecture (Part 1)



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



Day 2 – TCU Advanced Operations – Practical Exercises


9 Practical Exercise Lecture 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM

‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM


‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM


‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM


‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM


‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM


‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM


‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM


Day 3 – TCU Advanced Operations – VFD (Part 2)


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


‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM


‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM


‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM









4 DFS Telemetry Control Units (TCUs) 454‐459 MHz

4



1 Instructor Laptop Computer

1 Autodialer Kit

1 Network TCU/Fiber Kit/NFM

Optional TCU001‐AD and/or TCU001‐IP




13 TELEMETRY CONTROL UNIT INTERMEDIATE OPERATION

Course Title: DFS Telemetry Control Unit (TCU) Intermediate Operation



05112637





Target Audience: Designed as refresher training for licensed and unlicensed Water &

Waste Water Treatment Plant technicians.







A Student Workbook containing technical information, TCU I & O

Manual, and notes taking pages, is issued to each attendee.



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®.


briefing.



Recognition: Students, who attend the full schedule and complete the practical

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exercise, will earn a Certi f icate of Achievement .



Total Slides: 250

Training Duration: 2 Days shall be allotted

Training Hours: 16

Intensity Level: Refresher


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.


Day 1 – TCU Intermediate Operations – Lecture (Part 1)



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



‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM


‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM


‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM





‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM


‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM


‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM


‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM






4 DFS Telemetry Control Units (TCUs) 454.4125 MHz

4




1 Autodialer Kit

1 Network TCU/Fiber Kit/NFM

Optional TCU001‐AD and/or TCU001‐IP




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.



14 HYPER SCADA SERVER SCREEN BUILDING

Course Title: Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Screen Building



05112633





Target Audience: Senior operators and supervisory personnel.


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.


A Student Workbook containing the screen building section form

the HT3 User Guide, and notes taking pages, is issued to each

attendee.



Screen building design requirements.

Screen Builder utility program use and file maintenance.

Construct screens by incorporating objects, images, and

duplicate points from other screens.





completion



Total Slides186

Training Duration: 3 days

Training Hours: 24




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.


Day 1 – Screen Building - Lecture



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


‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 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


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




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


P2 Practical Exercise Part 2 (Custom screens) 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM

‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM


‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM


‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 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


‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 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






4







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.



15 HYPER SCADA SERVER LADDER LOGIC

Course Title: Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Ladder Logic

DFS Course Number: 503A


05112778





Target Audience: Operators and technicians.



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.


A Student Workbook containing ladder logic reference cards, HT3

User Guide Logic Building section, and notes taking pages, is issued

to each attendee.



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.







completion



Total Slides: 255


Training Hours: 40

Intensity Level: Entry Level to Advanced



Day 1 – Introduction, History of PLC, Diagrams, and Virtual Ladder Logic®



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


3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 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


3 Virtual Logic Builder® Operations 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM

‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM





‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM


‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM


‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM


‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM


‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM


‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM



Day 3 – Practical Exercises


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


‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 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


5 Practical Exercise Part 3 (Digital Objects) 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM

‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM


‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM


‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM

6 Practical Exercise Part 4 (Analog Objects) 50 11:00 AM 11:50 AM




‐ 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 Practical Examination B 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM



7 Practical Exercise Part 5 (Time Objects) 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM

‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM


‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 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







4




4 Relay Logic Kits Wiring project




16 BASIC PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLER & PROCESS

MANAGEMENT (PLC033 & PLC800)

Course Title: Basic PLC & PM



Pending




Location: Based on space availability.

Target Audience: Electronics Technicians, Instrumentation Technicians, Electricians,

and automation developers.



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.


Student Workbook, Operations Workbook, & Reference Material

binders containing technical references, reference cards, and

laboratory support information/procedures.



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.



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.





completion



Total Slides: 345


Training Hours: 40

Intensity Level: Advanced


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.


Day 1 – System Overview


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


5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM


6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM

5 System Overview –Ladder Logic Review 70 3:50 PM 5:00 PM



Day 2 – System Overview & PLC Subsystem


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


P2‐1 Practical Exercise (Bench Testing) 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM

1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM


2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 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


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




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



P5 Project Construction 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM

1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM


2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM


3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 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






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




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





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.



17 HYPER SCADA SERVER SUPERVISOR

Course Title: Hyper SCADA Server Supervisor

DFS Course Number:

602


05112782





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.


skills in the Microsoft® environment and access to the Manager (mgr)

login name.


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.



Testing & Recognition:

Students attending this course shall automatically receive a Letter of

Achievement.

Courseware Media format: Microsoft PowerPoint®



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.




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






4




R‐G‐B Projector or monitor



18 REMOTE TERMINAL UNIT BASIC OPERATION

Course Title: Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) Basic Operation

DFS Course Number:

704


05112779





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.


skills in the Microsoft® environment.


A Student Guide containing a hard copy of the presentation, and notes


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.



Testing & Recognition:

Practical exercise conducted. Written examination volunteers may earn

a Certificate of Achievement 60 to 90 days after course completion



Total Slides: 106

Training Duration: 2 days (1 day for Basic RTU)

Training Hours: 16

Intensity Level: Assembly




Additional Information:

Food and beverage service available on request.


Day 1 – RTU Operation


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





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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19 REMOTE TERMINAL UNIT ADVANCED OPERATION

Course Title: Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) Advanced Operation



05112779






Treatment Plant technicians. Attendees will learn how to wire an

RTU and configure it for service on an existing HSS telemetry

network.







A Student Workbook containing technical informal, TACII

Installation & Planning Guide, and notes taking pages, is issued to

each attendee.



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.


briefing.



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completion



Total Slides: 226


Training Hours: 16



Additional Information: Food and beverage service is available on request.


Day 1 – RTU Advanced Operations – Lecture (Part 1)



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



‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM


‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM


‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM





‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM


‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM


‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM


‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM






4 DFS RTU204s 454‐459 MHz

4







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.



20 REMOTE TERMINAL UNIT INTERMEDIATE OPERATION

Course Title: Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) Intermediate Operation



05112779





Target Audience: Designed as refresher training for licensed and unlicensed Water &

Waste Water Treatment Plant technicians.







A Student Workbook containing technical information, RTRU O &

M Manual, drawings, Cutsheets, and notes taking pages, is issued to

each attendee.



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.




earn a Certificate of Achievement 60 to 90 days after course



completion



Total Slides: 115

Training Duration: 2 Days shall be allotted

Training Hours: 8 ‐ 16

Intensity Level: Refresher


Additional Information: Food and beverage service is available on request.


Day 1 – RTU Intermediate Operations – Lecture (Part 1)



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


9 Site Visit 50 08:00 AM 08:50 AM

‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 AM


‐ 2nd Break 10 09:50 AM 10:00 AM


‐ 3rd Break 10 10:50 AM 11:00 AM


‐ LUNCH 60 11:50 AM 12:50 PM


‐ 4th Break 10 1:40 PM 1:50 PM





‐ 5th Break 10 2:40 PM 2:50 PM


‐ 6th Break 10 3:40 PM 3:50 PM




1 Instructor PC Presentation only




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.



21 HYPER SCADA SERVER TECHNICIAN

Course Title: Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Technician



05112631 + 05112635 + 05112633

Course Length: 40 Training Hours – 5 days

Monday through Friday (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)





Total Slides: 726


Training Hours: 40

Intensity Level: Advanced Maintenance


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.



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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22 TELEMETRY CONTROL UNIT TECHNICIAN

Course Title: Telemetry Control Unit (TCU) Technician



05112632 + 05112637 or 05112638 (VFD) + 05112636 + 05112777







Total Slides: 538


Training Hours: 40




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.



23 REMOTE TERMINAL UNIT TECHNICIAN

Course Title: Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) Technician



05112779 + 05112636 + 05112777







Total Slides: 452


Training Hours: 40




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.



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.


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


05100623


Class Size: 32 Maximum


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.


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



Recognition: Students who attend the full schedule and complete the practical

exercises will earn FSAWWA course completion recognition.


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Total Slides: 74

Training Duration: 0.5 days

Training Hours: 4

Intensity Level: Familiarization


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.





‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 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






1 Workstation/Presentation PC




Training Course Catalog | 2018 FSAWWA 05100929 | Professional Development Training (PDT)

25 SCADA TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW

Course Title: SCADA Technology


05100929

Overall Course Length: 8 Training Hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)


Class Size: 32 Maximum


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.


skills in the Microsoft® environment and be familiar with water and

wastewater processes.


A Student Guide binder containing a hard copy of the presentation,

and ample notes taking space, is issued to each attendee.



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.



Recognition: Students who attend the full schedule will receive FSAWWA course

completion recognition.


FSAWWA 05100929 | Professional Development Training (PDT) Training Course Catalog | 2018



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.





‐ 1st Break 10 08:50 AM 09:00 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






4 Laptop PC with HSS client applications Student terminals

1 Workstation/Presentation PC


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Email: [email protected]

Or call: 321‐863‐4828

605 N. John Rodes Blvd.

Melbourne, Florida, U.S.A. 32934

321‐259‐5009

www.DataFlowSys.com

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