Overview
- Advanced control strategies to enhance automation performance
- Comprehensive troubleshooting and maintenance guide
- Step-by-step design and development process for PLC and SCADA systems
Part of the book series: Maker Innovations Series (MIS)
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About this book
This book provides a thorough introduction to the fundamental concepts and technologies of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. It is designed for beginners and those new to the field, offering a clear and concise overview of the basics of PLCs, SCADA systems, and their applications in various industries. The book covers key components of PLCs and SCADA systems, including programming languages and communication methods, and provides practical tips and techniques for troubleshooting and maintenance. With numerous examples and exercises, this book offers hands-on experience for readers to deepen their understanding of these concepts and technologies.
What You'll Learn
- The fundamentals of PLC and SCADA systems.
- How to install, program, maintain, and troubleshoot these systems
- Real-world applications and how to implement these technologies effectively.
Who Is This Book For
This book is intended for electrical and control engineers, automation technicians, students, and educators in fields such as electrical engineering, control systems, and automation. Industry professionals from various sectors such as manufacturing, oil and gas, water and wastewater treatment, power generation, and distribution will also find this book useful.
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Table of contents (9 chapters)
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Front Matter
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Back Matter
Authors and Affiliations
About the author
Ashraf Said AlMadhoun is an experienced hardware developer and educator with over 13 years of expertise in teaching and building practical systems. With a deep focus on industrial automation and control technologies, Ashraf has developed hands-on projects and educational content in PLC and SCADA programming. His passion lies in simplifying complex automation processes to make them accessible to students, engineers, and professionals.
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Bibliographic Information
Book Title: PLC SCADA for Beginners
Book Subtitle: Understanding and Implementing Industrial Automation Systems
Authors: Ashraf Said AlMadhoun
Series Title: Maker Innovations Series
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/979-8-8688-1230-9
Publisher: Apress Berkeley, CA
eBook Packages: Professional and Applied Computing, Apress Access Books, Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Copyright Information: Ashraf Said AlMadhoun 2025
Softcover ISBN: 979-8-8688-1229-3Published: 24 April 2025
eBook ISBN: 979-8-8688-1230-9Published: 23 April 2025
Series ISSN: 2948-2542
Series E-ISSN: 2948-2550
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XVII, 475
Number of Illustrations: 16 b/w illustrations