Modern Wi-Fi Solutions
to Instrumentation and Control

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

This training course will feature:

• The benefits of entering a wireless world
• Wi-Fi versus current systems
• IEEE 802.11 standard
• System hardware
• Wi-Fi maintenance aspects

• 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

At the end of this training course, you will learn to:

• Consider numerous applications that may benefit from Wi-Fi
• Gain familiarity with the service set identifier (SSID)
• Identify and understand all the hardware involved in these devices
• Implement data processing efficiently
• Implement network security, applicable to your needs

This PetroKnowledge training course 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 training course 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

This Instrumentation course will build up in intensity, as it proceeds. Nonetheless, it is presented in such a way that novices will feel comfortable, from the very beginning. No delegate is left behind, and the instructor will ensure that all delegates are guided along the way, with personal assistance, we required.

The training course will consist of a theoretical component, group and open discussions, group and individual tasks, individual progress evaluations per section, applicable practical exercises, and a pre- as well as post-course evaluation. Delegates are encouraged to keep an open mind and to ask as many questions as deemed necessary, to ensure that maximum learning takes place. Preference will be given to applications that relate to the working environment of the delegates.