•  Basics regarding the network technology- Passive network components (cable and connector types)- Active network components (hub, switch, router)
  • Basic PROFINET specifications
  • Communication channels- Non-realtime (NRT)- Realtime (RT)- Isochronous realtime (IRT)
  • Device descriptions (GSDML)
  • Integration of fieldbus systems
  • Structure of the PROFINET protocol
  • Network diagnostics (e.g. LLDP)
  • Practical exercises- Structure of a demo system- Project planning- Startup- Naming devices- Automatic PROFINET device replacement- PROFINET diagnostics