Training

The goal of the DFS training program is to build technical competence and reduce system outages caused by human error.

DFS offers training on all products. Training restructuring is in progress to enable the awarding of Continuing Educational Units (CEUs).

There is a charge for advanced technical training, but we continue to offer our current customers FREE TRAINING twice per year (January & July). Learn more about this course...

DFS technical training courses are presented using computerized media and interactive hands-on exercises. Students are challenged with written examinations and/or must participate in a problem solving exercise. Upon completion of training the students are awarded certificates of achievement or attendance depending on the results of testing.

Customized training can be developed to meet special needs.

Courseware Series

DFS-100: Basic Hyper SCADA Server Training

DFS-200: Advanced Hyper SCADA Server Training

DFS-300: Hyper SCADA Server System Troubleshooting

DFS-400: Hyper SCADA Server Screen Building (Graphics)

DFS-500: Hyper SCADA Server Programming (Automated Controls)

DFS-600: Video Surveillance Integration Training (Longwatch®)

Current Course Catalog

DFS-100 Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Basic Operations

Syllabus: DFS Hyper SCADA Server Overview (8 hours) and Basic Hyper SCADA Server Workstation operations including login/logout, navigation, trends, and reports (8 hours). Students gain minimum knowledge and skill sets to competently monitor and operate the Hyper SCADA Server.

Testing: Written exam (open book) and Pass/Fail practical exercise.

Student Qualifications: Basic computer operation in Microsoft® Windows environment. Licensed and unlicensed system operators.

Duration: 16 hours of instruction (2 days)

DFS-200 Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Advanced Operations

Syllabus: Advanced Hyper SCADA Server Workstation operations including user account management, call-outs, virtual partitioning, driver & station configuration, and basic fault analysis using various tools. DFS Hyper SCADA Server Overview (abbreviated version) may be offered as a refresher depending on student experience. Students gain minimum knowledge and skill sets to competently configure and maintain the Hyper SCADA Server.

Testing: Pass/Fail practical exercise.

Student Qualifications: Basic computer operation in Microsoft® Windows environment and completion of Basic Hyper SCADA Server course. Typically, students are licensed and range in experience from technician to superintendent.

Duration: 16 hours of instruction (2 days)

DFS-303 Telemetry Control Unit (TCU) Basic Operation

Syllabus: Basic installation and configuration of the TCU (8 hours).

Testing: Pass/Fail practical exercise.

Student Qualifications: Completion of Basic Hyper SCADA Server course. Typically, students are licensed and unlicensed operators.

Duration: 8 hours of instruction (1 day)

DFS-304 Telemetry Control Unit (TCU) Advanced Operation

Syllabus: Advanced installation, configuration, integration, and troubleshooting of the TCU (16 hours). HSS operations included.

Testing: Pass/Fail practical exercise.

Student Qualifications: Completion of Advanced Hyper SCADA Server course and Basic TCU Operation. Typically, students are licensed and range in experience from technician to superintendent.

Duration: 16 hours of instruction (2 days)

DFS-400 Hyper SCADA Server (HSS) Screen Building

Syllabus: HSS computer graphics (16 hours). Students transform basic default screens into standard industry graphics displays including custom designs.

Testing: Pass/Fail practical exercise.

Student Qualifications: Basic computer operation in Microsoft® Windows environment and completion of Advanced Hyper SCADA Server course. Typically, students are licensed and range in experience from technician to superintendent. Screen Builder is a DFS-proprietary software application.

Duration: 16 hours of instruction (2 days)

Courses Under Development

DFS-300 Hyper SCADA Server Telemetry System Troubleshooting: This is a combined installation and maintenance course covering all HSS-based equipment. 40 hours of training/ 1 week.

DFS-301 Hyper SCADA Server Troubleshooting: Part of the DFS-300 combined course specializing in the HSS. As a standalone course, DFS-301 will compliment DFS-100 and DFS-200. 16 hours of training/2 days.

DFS-302 Hyper SCADA Server Telemetry RF Troubleshooting: Students are trained in the use of special RF test equipment and software tools to repair radio frequency communications failures in the field.

DFS-500 Hyper SCADA Server Telemetry System Programming: Similar in concept to DFS-300 in that the course is a compilation of programming training including ladder logic and PLC. 40 hours of training/1 week.

DFS-501 PLC033 Programming/Process Management Tool (PMT): This course is centered on the advanced DFS PLC033 controller. Students will learn how to use the PLC033 as a PLC central and MODBUS Master. 3 days of training/24 hours.

DFS-502 Basic Ladder Logic: A prerequisite for DFS-501 and a compliment to DFS-200, the ladder logic course introduces the student to the design and programming of automated controls. Students will produce functional automated programs for HSS and PLC applications. 3 days of training/24 hours

DFS-600 Video Surveillance Integration (Longwatch®): Longwatch® is a new addition to the HSS based SCADA system. Training will include installation, maintenance, integration into existing systems, and security strategies. Basic and advanced courses are envisioned. 1 to 3 days of training depending on technical level.