Distributed Control Systems (DCS) Education and Training

Understand DCS systems fundamentals with the right training and education

Distributed control system vendors are revolutionizing the manufacturing industry by helping industries upgrade from traditional analog control systems to DCS systems that employ digital technology. DCS (distributed control system) systems are used in manufacturing processes across a number of different industries.

DCS systems are not set up in one location, but instead are manufactured such that each component has its own controller with all controllers connecting to a common network. Therefore all a distributed control system manufacturer needs to produce is a DCS system complete with a central and remote control panel and a communications system.

Gain an adequate introduction to distributed control systems before visiting a distributed control system supplier with distributed control systems (DCS) education and training. Below are some suggestions:

1. Complete training courses offered by DCS systems manufacturers

2. Online training courses can help provide an overview of DCS systems fundamentals.

3. Hire a trainer to come to your workplace or go to them to learn more about DCS systems.

 

Complete training courses offered by DCS systems manufacturers

Most major manufacturers can provide insight into how DCS systems are applied to business applications. They also showcase the wide array of uses for their DCS systems.
Try: Eaton's Product Training Team provides comprehensive courses on the company's distributed control systems and all of their other products. Also, check out Mitsubishi University sponsored by Mitsubishi Electric Automation which provides training in all Mitsubishi DCS systems.

Complete online training courses to learn DCS systems fundamentals

Get an introduction to distributed control systems from the comfort of your PC with online training. This training can provide you with an overview that hopefully will help form the foundation for future education on the subject.
Try: Maintenance Resources sells three different CDs offering training on Distributed Control Systems and Fundamentals. PAControl online training covers topics related to process automation and control, including Distributed Control Systems.

Hire training experts to teach you about distributed control systems

It is possible to receive training either at a training facility or hire a DCS systems expert to train you and your employees at your workplace. Whichever you choose, taking a course taught by a subject matter expert is an optimal way to learn a subject in depth.
Try: IDC Technologies workshop covers the practical applications of the modern distributed control system. Their training centers are located in Dubai and in the UK, but are open to anyone regardless of nationality. IIR Holdings' PTi International offers DCS training at your workplace.

 

• If you are technologically savvy and understand the basics around DCS systems architecture, consider teaching yourself about specific models via a distributed control system manual. These manuals provide instructions, overviews and even troubleshooting information concerning manufacturer-specific DCS products.

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