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Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
ITRC is offering new/updated Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) short courses focused on irrigation districts, and more specifically SCADA technicians. In general, SCADA technicians are responsible for operating and maintaining existing SCADA systems as well as supporting SCADA expansion projects. These classes are intended to provide helpful technical information and introduce important skills for new SCADA technicians as well as provide a refresher for experienced SCADA-related staff. Over half of the material is presented in hands-on labs.
Eligibility
This class is sponsored by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, California-Great Basin Region. Priority registration is given to staff members of districts within the California-Great Basin Region. Other participants will be permitted only as space allows. If you work outside of the CGB region, please contact our office to be placed on a waitlist.
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
The SCADA class is full for 2025 - please email clnorris@calpoly.edu to be added to the waitlist
March 24-28, 2025
(8 AM - 5 PM)
Fee: $250
This course provides an overview of SCADA systems, starting with electric and electronic fundamentals and moving on to typical technician roles and responsibilities. Learn about and practice:
- Wiring basic monitoring and control circuits
- AC and DC power sources and overload protection
- Off-grid solar and battery systems
- Reading wiring diagrams and manufacturer data sheets
- Sensor overview, wiring, and calibration
- Introduction to Programmable Logic Controller programming with Structured Text
- Introduction to touchscreen configuration
- Radio path testing
- Introduction to Human-Machine-Interface (HMI)
- Troubleshooting