Communications Basics

This hands-on course shows students the real world application of Ethernet/IP to ControlLogix communications & inter-processor communications.

Communications Basics

What You'll Learn

Course Overview

This hands-on course covers Ethernet/IP communications and inter-processor networking for ControlLogix systems. Students learn to configure remote I/O, establish peer-to-peer messaging, and integrate both Allen-Bradley and third-party devices over industrial Ethernet networks.

Topics Covered

  • Ethernet/IP protocol fundamentals

  • Configuring Ethernet/IP communications to remote processors

  • Producer/Consumer tag data exchange

  • Message instructions for peer-to-peer communications

  • Remote I/O configuration over Ethernet/IP

  • Remote connections to Allen-Bradley devices (VFDs, servos, Point I/O)

  • Third-party device integration (cameras, flow meters, gauges)

  • Network architecture and best practices

Hands-On Lab Exercises

  • Configure Ethernet/IP communications between processors

  • Set up Producer/Consumer tags for real-time data sharing

  • Implement MSG instructions for peer-to-peer messaging

  • Add and configure remote I/O modules

  • Connect to VFDs and servo drives over Ethernet/IP

  • Integrate third-party devices into the control network

  • Troubleshoot communication faults and network issues

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for controls engineers and maintenance technicians. No prior Ethernet/IP experience is required.