INTRODUCTION: 

Technology is rapidly changing, and this is reflected in the evolution of modern instrumentation and control systems. More specifically, there is a move away from physical cabling to various devices, and the option of allowing them to seamlessly link to existing LANs and WANs, facilitating the sharing of information to an access point located anywhere in the world. Furthermore, these devices can be quickly programmed and modified, when required. 

This Target Modern Wi-Fi Solutions to Instrumentation and Control training seminar looks at these technologies, and how their use may be beneficial to the user. The theoretical component of this seminar focuses on implementing real-world solutions, and the practical component supplements a lot of the theoretical knowledge. 

This Target training seminar will feature: 

• The Benefits of Entering a Wireless World
• Wi-Fi vs. Current Systems
• IEEE 802.11 Standard
• System Hardware
• Wi-Fi Maintenance Aspects 

Course objectives: 

• Understanding options available to you, other than hard wiring
• Gaining familiarity with wireless devices
• Gaining the knowledge to set up a secure system
• Understanding the associated standards
• Gaining the insight required, to set up a complete system 

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? 

This Target Modern Wi-Fi Solutions to Instrumentation and Control training seminar would be primarily aimed at people who have an interest in implementing Wi-Fi solutions for instrumentation and control applications, as well as those who manage operations that make use of Wi-Fi equipment, for instrumentation information data exchange, and who would like to enhance their knowledge and understanding of the subject matter.

This Target training seminar is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit: 

• Automation Engineers
• Consulting Engineers
• Electrical Engineers
• Electricians
• Industrial IT Specialists
• Installation and Maintenance Technicians
• Instrumentation and Control Engineers
• Maintenance Engineers
• Operations Engineers
• Process Engineers
• Process Operators
• Production Professionals
• Project Professionals
• System Integrators
• Other Professionals who want a better understanding of the subject matter 

Course Outline:

Introduction, Existing Systems and Certification: 

• Introduction
• History
• Existing Infrastructure 

• Propagation Media (including copper, fiber, microwave and satellite) 

• Certification
• IEEE 802.11 Standard 

• History, Description, Protocol, Channels, Frequencies and Layers
• Existing Internet Protocols
• Integrated Development Environment (IDE) 

IDE, Applications and Spectrum:  

• Overview, Visual Programming and Language Support 

• Applications 

• Internet-of-Things, Cloud Connectivity, Automation, Industrial Control, etc. 

• Wi-Fi Spectrum
• Service Set Identifier (SSID) 

SSID, Hardware, Sensors and Controlled Devices:  

• BSS, BSSID, SSID and ESS 

• Wi-Fi Throughput
• Hardware 

• Function Block, Subsystems, Encryption, Memory, Antennae, Control, Buffering and Switching 

• Assorted Analog and Digital Sensors, Typically used with Wi-Fi Applications
• Controlled Devices, Typically used with Wi-Fi Applications
• Process Control, for Wi-Fi Applications
• Signal and Data Processing
• Range of Wi-Fi Devices
• Wireless Access Points 

Process Control, Signal Data Processing and Access Points: 

• Common access point applications, wireless access point vs. ad hoc network, etc.
• Network Security 

Security, Display, Alerts, Maintenance and Future Expectations: 

• Data Security Risks, Securing Methods, etc. 

• Safety
• Information Display and Alert Mechanisms 

• Displaying Results, Graphically, Advanced Features, e-mail and SMS Alerts, etc. 

• Maintenance 

• Hardware Fault Finding
• Software Debugging
• Diagnosis of Faulty Communication Systems