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Fachhochschule Köln Cologne University of Applied Sciences |
Master of Eng. in Automation & IT |
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Course
Modules
Communications
Industrial Communications
Qualification aims
The module makes students familiar with concepts, architectures and technologies of industrial communications. The module covers the full range of communication from real-time Ethernet networks to internet-based applications and remote access scenarios. The module emphasises on protocols and software and as well as on network infrastructure devices.
The students will
- comprehend the principles of various real-time Ethernet solutions and their applications in automation,
- understand the functionality of network devices
- use tools and devices to analyse and evaluate network traffic in real-time applications
- evaluate the pros and cons of various protocols,
- install and configure network devices,
- design and evaluate WLAN and mobile wireless solutions
- comprehend basic web technologies (client/server based software and protocols)
- evaluate web technologies for various applications such as visualisation and M2M communication
- develop and evaluate solutions for mobile clients
- integrate web based devices
Courses
The module consists of two courses:
Industrial IT and Mobile Communications
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Tutor |
Prof. Klasen |
Credit points |
3 CP |
Term |
Fall |
Contents
- Ethernet-based field bus systems
- Network analysis of real-time Ethernet networks
- Network devices (switches, routers)
- Architecture of plant networks vs. corporate networks
- Structuring the network – VLAN et al.
- Interfacing systems via OPC
- Remote access solutions
- WLAN architecture and design in industrial environments
- Designing WLAN solutions(wireless field planning and simulation)
- Gateway concepts for cable-dependent field bus systems
- Industrial PAN applications (Bluetooth, ZigBee)
- Mobile wireless - architecture and design for industrial applications
- Practical part: Configuring network devices, WLAN wireless field planning simulation exercises, Designing and configuring PAN applications, Designing and configuring mobile wireless M2M solutions for remote monitoring purposes
Industrial Internet and Web-Technologies
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Tutor |
Prof. Klasen |
Credit points |
3 CP |
Term |
Spring |
Contents
- Internet technologies in automation
- Web enabled devices
- XML in automation
- Web services for M2M communication
- Interfaces and application protocols
Bibliography
- Niemann, K. D.: Von der Unternehmensarchitektur zur IT-Governance. 1st edition, Vieweg, 2005
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