Course Title: Design and configure Human-Machine Interface (HMI) networks

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2023

Course Code: COSC7418C

Course Title: Design and configure Human-Machine Interface (HMI) networks

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 520T Future Technologies

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6176 - Advanced Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering

Course Contact: Munir Muniruzzaman

Course Contact Phone: +61399254415

Course Contact Email: munir.muniruzzaman@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher
Anu Mehta
Ph: +61 3 9925 4252
Email: anu.mehta@rmit.edu.au  

 

Nominal Hours: 60

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

Not applicable

Course Description

In this course you will gain the skills and knowledge required to design and configure human-machine interface (HMI) networks.

It includes applying safe working practices; designing, installing and configuring controllers and devices; monitoring system operations; diagnosing malfunctions and faults; and documenting development activities.

This course is delivered and assessed with UEEEC0011 Design and develop electronics/computer systems projects 

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	UEEIC0006 Design and configure Human-Machine Interface (HMI) networks
Element:	1 Select and design HMI control system network
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) processes and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and applied 1.2 Hazards are identified, WHS/OHS risks are assessed, control measures and workplace procedures are implemented in preparation for work 1.3 Scope of proposed project design/development work is determined from design brief in consultation with appropriate person/s 1.4 Project work is planned to meet scheduled timelines in consultation with others involved on the worksite 1.5 Resources required for work are selected based on compatibility with project requirements and budget constraints 1.6 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety
Element:	2 Install , configure and manage HMI control system network
Performance Criteria:	2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out work are followed 2.2 Network infrastructure components are installed and configured in accordance with industry standards and variants as specified for the network 2.3 Structural components of directory services are installed and configured in accordance with industry standards and variants as specified for the network 2.4 Management components of network control system are configured in accordance with industry standards and requirements specified for the network 2.5 Security components of network control system are created in accordance with industry standards and requirements specified for the network 2.6 Network malfunctions/faults are identified and rectified using logical problem-solving techniques of complex network control system infrastructure 2.7 Network is monitored and solutions are developed to optimise network performance and reliability in accordance with workplace procedures 2.9 Security events are analysed and actions taken in accordance with workplace policies and protocols 2.10 Methods for dealing with unplanned issues/problems are analysed to provide the most effective solutions in accordance with workplace procedures 2.11 Quality of work is monitored in accordance with performance agreement/specifications and/or workplace procedures or industry standards
Element:	3 Report HMI network administration activities
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Written justification is produced for HMI network services development activities and relevant person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures 3.2 Network service development records are maintained in accordance with workplace procedures

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements. 

Details of Learning Activities

You will involve in the following learning activities to meet the requirements for this competency and stage 1 competency for Engineering Associates

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Group/individual work on projects

This course is delivered in a cluster (HMI) in conjunction with UEEIC0006 (COSC7418C) and UEEEC0011(EEET7413C). You must enroll in both courses delivered in this cluster. All the learning and assessment activities will include the components of all competencies of UEEIC0006 and UEEEC0011.

Elements and Performance Criteria for UEEIC0006 (COSC7418C)

1  Select and design HMI control system network 

1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) processes and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and applied

1.2 Hazards are identified, WHS/OHS risks assessed, and control measures and workplace procedures are implemented in preparation for work

1.3 Scope of HMI control system network is determined from network specifications/design brief and in consultation with relevant person/s

1.4 Activities are planned to meet scheduled specifications/design brief timelines in consultation with person/s involved in the work

1.5 Management tools and software are selected based on specified requirements and performance standards

1.6 Strategies are implemented to ensure network development is carried out efficiently

2 Install , configure and manage HMI control system network 

2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out work are followed

2.2 Network infrastructure components are installed and configured in accordance with industry standards and variants as specified for the network

2.3 Structural components of directory services are installed and configured in accordance with industry standards and variants as specified for the network

2.4 Management components of network control system are configured in accordance with industry standards and requirements specified for the network

2.5 Security components of network control system are created in accordance with industry standards and requirements specified for the network

2.6 Network malfunctions/faults are identified and rectified using logical problem-solving techniques of complex network control system infrastructure

2.7 Network is monitored and solutions are developed to optimise network performance and reliability in accordance with workplace procedures

2.9 Security events are analysed and actions taken in accordance with workplace policies and protocols

2.10 Methods for dealing with unplanned issues/problems are analysed to provide the most effective solutions in accordance with workplace procedures

2.11 Quality of work is monitored in accordance with performance agreement/specifications and/or workplace procedures or industry standards

3 Report HMI network administration activities 

3.1 Written justification is produced for HMI network services development activities and relevant person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures

3.2 Network service development records are maintained in accordance with workplace procedures

 

Elements and Performance Criteria for UEEEC0011(EEET7413C)

1  Identify electronics/computer system project requirements 

1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) processes and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and applied

1.2 Hazards are identified, WHS/OHS risks are assessed, control measures and workplace procedures are implemented in preparation for work

1.3 Scope of proposed project design/development work is determined from design brief in consultation with appropriate person/s

1.4 Project work is planned to meet scheduled timelines in consultation with others involved on the worksite

1.5 Resources required for work are selected based on compatibility with project requirements and budget constraints

1.6 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety

2 Design and develop electronics/computer system  

2.1 WHS/OHS risk control work measures and workplace procedures are followed

2.2 Electronics/computer devices and systems and industry standards are applied to the design specifications

2.3 Alternative designs are considered based on the design brief

2.4 Safety, functional and budget considerations are incorporated in the design

2.5 Electronic/computer hardware and/or software systems are constructed and tested for compliance with design brief and regulatory requirements

2.6 Electronic/computer faults are rectified and retested to ensure effective operation of design

2.7 Project design specifications are documented for submission to appropriate person/s for approval

2.8 Solutions to unplanned situations are implemented in accordance with workplace policy

3 Obtain approval for electronics/computer system  

3.1 Electronic/computer system design is presented and explained to client representative and/or relevant person/s

3.2 Modifications to design are negotiated with relevant person/s within the constraints of workplace policy

3.3 Final project design is documented and approval obtained from appropriate person/s

3.4 Quality of work is monitored against performance agreement and/or workplace or industry standards

Teaching Schedule

 WeekTopicAssessment / Learning activities

Week 1	WHS/OHS	Introduction to Course and Assessment Criteria OHS/WHS Topic Covered risk control measures
Week 2	Control System Protocols	sustainable energy principles  open and common proprietary control system networks models (layers) Quiz OSI model open and common proprietary control Industrial Field Bus Description, Types of Field Buses
Week 3	Control System Protocols	Components of ICS Communication protocols used
Week 4	Network Protocols	The Basics of a Fieldbus Control Network types of network protocols
Week 5	DHCP DNS NAT Certificate Services	DHCP Concepts Cisco IOS DHCP Server DNS Concepts NAT Characteristics Types of NAT NAT Advantages and Disadvantages Static NAT Dynamic NAT
Week 6	Routing Concepts Routing Troubleshooting	Routing Concepts Metrics IP Routing Table Static and Dynamic Routing Basic Router Configuration Review Static Routes Configure IP Static Routes Configure IP Default Route Troubleshoot IPv4 static and Default Route Configuration
Week 7	Border Routing	OSPF concepts OSPF configuration Multiarea
Week 8	VPN	VPN Technology Types of VPNs IPsec
Week 9	HMI	HMI control system networks Designing an ICS topology
Week 10	HMI	HMI control system networks Designing an ICS topology
Week 11	HMI	HMI control system networks Designing an ICS topology
Week 12	HMI	HMI control system networks Designing an ICS topology
Week 13	HMI	Configuring an ICS topology Configure a control for the station Configuring Access for user
Week 14	HMI	Configuring an ICS topology Configure a control for the station Configuring Access for user
Week 15	HMI	Troubleshooting an ICS topology
Week 16	HMI	Troubleshooting an ICS topology

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.

Assessment Tasks

The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks:

 

Assessment 1: Assignment

Assessment 2: Project 1 report  

Assessment 3: Project 2 report 

 

To be deemed competent, students must achieve satisfactorily (S) results in ALL assessments.
This course is assessed as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently the following course results are allocated:

CA - Competency Achieved
NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment.

Assessment Due Dates

All assessment tasks will have a due date provided and published in Canvas. Assessments submitted after the due date will not be accepted unless an extension has been provided or special consideration has been granted. 

Assessment Resubmissions (if Unsatisfactory)

You will be allowed 1 (ONE) resubmission attempt FOR EVERY ASSESSMENT (if unsatisfactory). You will be provided with a new due date by your teacher for your resubmission attempt if the resubmission is required.

 

If you do not submit your assessment (First attempt) by the due date you will not be eligible for resubmission if unsatisfactory.

Assessment Matrix

Assessment vs UEEIC0006 Elements & Performance Criteria

UEEIC0006 Elements & Performance Criteria

Assessments

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Assignment

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Project Report 2

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Assessment vs UEEEC0011 Elements & Performance Criteria

UEEEC0011 Elements & Performance Criteria

Assessments

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Project Report 1

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Project Report 2

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Other Information

Other Information

 

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:
•    Relevant
•    Current
•    Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.
 
Study Support:

Study Support (Previously named as Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you.
Services offered by Study Support to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:
- assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development
Please Refer https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support to find more information about Study Support.

Equitable Learning Services (ELS):
If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).

Late submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Program Coordinator / Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgment as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.

Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.



Special consideration:

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration

Plagiarism:

Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.

Please Refer:  https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration to find more information about plagiarism.

Other Information:

All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.

 

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