SUBNET offers a three day protocol training course that combines a DNP3 protocol training module with an ASE2000 Test Set module. To get the most value from your SUBNET training, the two modules must be taken in conjunction with each other and can not be taken separately.

SUBNET’s DNP3 Protocol Training is an intensive course that covers all aspects of the DNP3 protocol. Learn the open standards-based protocol that serves as the communication link between substation computers, RTUs (Remote Terminal Units), IEDs (Intelligent Electronic Devices) and master stations. SUBNET Solutions Inc. offers a comprehensive two-day training course focused on the DNP3 protocol.

ASE2000 RTU Test Set Training is a hands-on, one-day training course that offers a focused and comprehensive introduction to working with the ASE Test Set.

PDH Credits: 23

Course Duration: 23.00

Understand the DNP3 message structure

Understand device polling

Understand time synchronization and time-stamped events

DNP Subsets for interoperability between multi-vendor devices

Understand and troubleshoot DNP systems

Learn the benefits and practical uses for the DNP3 protocol

Understand the various model options for the ASE Test Set

Discover how to use the Master Mode to analyze DNP3 protocol behaviour for timing and troubleshooting

Understand how to use the RTU Mode to perform testing on the master

Learn to use the Monitor Mode to pinpoint problems occurring between master and slave devices, and optimize communication performance

Understand how to set up the Loop Back Mode to simulate a master station and RTU

In addition to DNP3 Protocol and ASE2000 Test Set training, a brief introduction to SUBNET products and the SUBNET ONE Architecture will be provided.

DNP3 Module

DNP3 history, benefits and an overview of the key features and capabilities of the protocol

An introduction to OSI 7 protocol layering

A review of Base 2 (binary) and Base 16 (hexadecimal) systems, and practice translating between these systems and Base 10

An in-depth overview of DNP points and data, including binary and analog points, counters, event data, timestamps, classes and polls, and deadbands, and how these are portrayed in the DNP3 object library and polling schemes

A review of DNP3 structure for serial communication and DNP3 over TCP/IP and UDP/IP

A thorough breakdown of DNP message structure and layers with specific hands-on practice decoding DNP3 messages

An overview of DNP3 Subset Definitions and Conformance Test procedure designed to promote “plug-and-play” interoperability between DNP3 devices

A review of various DNP3 polling scheme options

A discussion of DNP3 implementation on intelligent electronic devices

A detailed look at DNP3 documentation, including the Implementation Table, Device Profile Document and Conformance Test Certification

ASE2000 Test Set

Overview of the ASE Test Set’s modes of operation (Master MTU Simulation, RTU Simulation, Monitor Mode, Loop-back Mode)

Correct cabling set-up for testing modes: Master, Remote & Monitor

Overview of the ASE Test Set graphical user interface

Master Mode Simulation: Includes protocol selection, communication parameters, exchange templates, protocol properties, Point Values view (creating devices, obtaining points lists and setting up scaling properties), master controls (digital and analog views) and capturing auxiliary files. Plus hands-on practice.

RTU Mode Simulation: Includes protocol selection, communication parameters, data simulation with exchange templates, protocol properties, and transmission methods. Plus hands-on practice.

Monitor Mode Simulation: Includes monitoring a communication line, Line Analyzer view (verifying timing with modems and signal levels) and graphing. Plus hands-on practice.

Loop Back Mode Simulation: Includes configuration, communication parameters and protocol properties. Plus hands-on practice.

The course is open to all levels of experience. However, attendees should have a base understanding of RTUs, IEDs and general substation devices. No prior understanding of the DNP3 protocol is required. A full or trial version of the ASE2000 Test Set is required.

Typical participants include SCADA engineers, technicians and other persons responsible for evaluating or implementing substation architecture or HMI software, testing, implementing and troubleshooting substation communication devices.

SCADA Engineers and Technicians

Control System Technicians

Communication & Relay Technicians

System Engineers & Maintenance Personnel