PP01
Profibus PA Training Course

This course presents the Profibus-PA protocol at user level, providing information on system features, benefits, physical characteristics and integration with Profibus-DP field devices.

The attendee will be able to:

• Define Profibus Network physical layer - function blocks, network topology and system structure
• Use of Siemens Simatic PDM as Configuration Software
• Use of Smar Magnetic Screwdriver as Configuration Tool
• Proceed Cyclic and Acyclic configuration requirements to Input and Output field devices

Topics:

• Profibus PA - Basic Features
• Network Elements
• System Architecture
• Profibus-PA Function Blocks
• Smar Profibus-PA Field Devices Series (303 Family) and Tools:
  - Pressure Transmitters
  - Temperature Transmitters
  - Signal Converters
  - Valve Positioners
  - Position Transmitters
  - Concentration/Density Transmitters
• Siemens Simatic PDM Software and Magnetic Screwdriver SD1 as Configuration Tools
• Profibus PA Product Calibration Procedures
• Integration tools (GSD and DD files)
• Devices Maintenance and Troubleshooting Procedures

Pre-requisite:
Basic Knowledge on Industrial Instrumentation and Process Control is recommended.

Program Length:
24 hours (3 working days)