Module 1: Introduction to FactoryTalk View HMI
- Overview of Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI)
- Introduction to FactoryTalk View Studio
- Types of FactoryTalk View Applications (ME and SE)
- Applications of HMI in Industrial Automation
Module 2: Setting Up FactoryTalk View Studio
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- System Requirements and Software Installation
- Navigating the FactoryTalk View Studio Interface
- Creating a New Project (ME or SE)
Module 3: Designing HMI Screens
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- Creating and Configuring Graphic Displays
-  Adding and Arranging Objects (Text, Shapes, Buttons)
- Using Templates and Predefined Components
- Best Practices for Screen Layout and Design
Module 4: PLC Programming Fundamentals
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- Understanding FactoryTalk Tags and HMI Data Flow
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- Linking HMI Tags to PLC Tags (Using RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000)
- Configuring Direct Tag References
Module 5: Animations and Interactivity
- Animating Objects Based on Tag Values
- Configuring Buttons for Navigation and Control
- Creating Dynamic Displays for Real-Time Feedback
Module 6: Alarms and Events
- Setting Up Alarm Systems in FactoryTalk View
- Configuring Alarm Messages and Displays
- Alarm Acknowledgment and Logging
Module 7: HMI Communication and Connectivity
- Understanding Communication Protocols (Ethernet/IP, OPC, etc.)
- Configuring Communication Between HMI and PLC
- Testing and Troubleshooting Connectivity Issues
Module 8: Using Parameters and Macros
- Creating Parameter Files for Dynamic Screens
- Configuring Macros for Automated Tasks
- Practical Examples of Parameterized Displays
Module 9: Security and User Management
- Setting Up User Accounts and Security Levels
- Restricting Access to Specific Screens and Functions
- Implementing Role-Based Security in HMI Applications
Module 10: Trends and Data Logging
- Setting Up Data Log Models
- Creating and Displaying Real-Time and Historical Trends
- Exporting and Analyzing Logged Data
Module 11: Testing and Troubleshooting
- Testing HMI Applications in Runtime Environment
- Debugging Common Design and Connectivity Issues
- Performance Optimization Tips
Module 12: Deployment and Runtime Management
- Downloading Applications to HMI Terminals (ME)
- Deploying Networked Applications (SE)
- Managing Runtime Files and Updates
Module 13: Hands-On Projects and Practical Exercises
- Designing a Complete HMI Application from Scratch
- Implementing Alarm, Trend, and Security Systems in a Simulated Environment
- Testing and Optimizing an HMI-PLC Integrated System
Module 14: Course Wrap-Up and Certification
- Recap of Key Concepts and Best Practices
- Practical Assessment: Building and Running a Full HMI Project
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- Certification of Completion for FactoryTalk View HMI Training
