ELNX 5740 Industrial Communication Protocols

Configuration and integration of fieldbus, Ethernet, and wireless protocols in automated manufacturing systems.

Course overview

This course covers the configuration and integration of fieldbus, Ethernet, and wireless protocols in automated manufacturing systems. You will learn how to set up and maintain communication networks that connect sensors, actuators, and control systems in modern industrial environments.

Through hands-on labs and a final project, you will gain practical experience with the most common industrial communication standards and troubleshoot real-world connectivity issues.

Who takes this course

This course is required for students in the Automation & Robotics program.

Credits: 3 · Hours: 45

Prerequisites

• ELNX 5260 PLC Programming

Learning outcomes

• Configure and troubleshoot fieldbus networks for industrial sensors and actuators.
• Implement Ethernet-based industrial protocols for data acquisition and control.
• Integrate wireless communication systems into automated manufacturing environments.
• Select appropriate communication protocols based on system requirements and constraints.
• Diagnose and resolve common communication faults in industrial networks.

Evaluation