Setwork-(106)

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What is the central processing unit (CPU) of a PLC responsible for?

o A) Storing user programs
o B) Performing mathematical and logical operations
o C) Power supply management
o D) None of the above
Answer: B
2. Which of the following is a component of the SCADA system?
o A) Sensors
o B) Remote telemetry units (RTUs)
o C) Communication network
o D) All of the above
Answer: D
3. What is the primary function of the SIMATIC WinCC SCADA system?
o A) Data analysis only
o B) Process visualization and control
o C) Inventory management
o D) None of the above
Answer: B
4. In a PLC system, how is analog data converted for processing?
o A) Using an Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC)
o B) Using a Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC)
o C) Through manual input
o D) Using a binary processor
Answer: A

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True/False Questions (T/F)

1. SCADA systems can control processes and monitor data in real-time.

o True
Answer: True
2. The PLC programmer/monitor is used to store backup data.
o False
Answer: False (It is used to communicate with the circuits of the PLC)
3. In SCADA, the RTU stands for Remote Telemetry Unit.
o True
Answer: True
4. An isolated DC/AC output module means each input has a separate
common.
o True
Answer: True

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Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does SCADA stand for?

o A) Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
o B) Systematic Control and Data Application
o C) Sensor Communication and Data Analysis
o D) Standard Control and Data Archive
Answer: A
2. Which SCADA component acts as the 'brain' of the system?
o A) Sensors
o B) Remote Terminal Units (RTUs)
o C) Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
o D) SCADA Master Units
Answer: D
3. What function does a Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) serve in a SCADA
system?
o A) Data presentation
o B) Control outputs
o C) Data acquisition and communication
o D) Power distribution
Answer: C
4. Which of the following is an advantage of using SCADA systems in
industries?
o A) Increased downtime
o B) Enhanced process control
o C) Higher error rates
o D) Complex manual control
Answer: B
5. Which type of I/O module is typically used to connect sensors and
transducers?
o A) Output module
o B) Input module
o C) Power supply
o D) CPU
Answer: B

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True/False Questions (T/F)

1. SCADA systems are used only for data monitoring, not for control.
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o False
Answer: False (SCADA systems handle both data monitoring and
control)
2. The PLC is often referred to as the 'brain' of the SCADA system.
o True
Answer: True
3. RTUs and PLCs are both capable of gathering data from sensors.
o True
Answer: True
4. In SCADA systems, sensors directly connect to the SCADA master unit.
o False
Answer: False (Sensors connect to RTUs or PLCs)
5. An analog signal in a SCADA system can represent varying values.
o True
Answer: True
6. Which of the following is a standard used by SIMATIC WinCC in
SCADA systems?
o A) OPC
o B) TCP/IP
o C) MODBUS
o D) All of the above
Answer: D (Slide 6)
7. What is the main function of the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)?
o A) Data archiving
o B) Process control
o C) Power distribution
o D) Data collection
Answer: B (Slide 7)
8. Which type of memory stores user programs in PLCs?
o A) EEPROM
o B) RAM
o C) ROM
o D) Flash Memory
Answer: A (Slide 18)
9. Which module of a PLC is responsible for reading input from field
devices?
o A) Output Module
o B) Central Processing Unit (CPU)
o C) Input Module
o D) Power Supply
Answer: C (Slide 8)
10. What is the function of a digital input module in a PLC system?
o A) Send signals to output devices
o B) Receive signals from field devices
o C) Process control logic
o D) Supply power to the PLC
Answer: B (Slide 23)
11. Which of the following is NOT a feature of a typical SCADA system?
o A) Data acquisition
o B) Remote control
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o C) Plant shutdown
o D) Monitoring of processes
Answer: C (Slide 31)
12. Which type of device is typically used to connect SCADA systems to field
instruments?
o A) RTU
o B) HMI
o C) PLC
o D) CPU
Answer: A (Slide 21)
13. Which of the following provides the most transparency in SCADA system
production?
o A) SIMATIC WinCC
o B) Alarm system
o C) Manual operation
o D) Program editing
Answer: A (Slide 3)
14. What component is used to convert analog signals into digital data in a
PLC system?
o A) Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC)
o B) Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC)
o C) RAM
o D) ROM
Answer: A (Slide 21)
15. Which type of power supply is often used in SCADA RTUs?
o A) 48V DC
o B) 120V AC
o C) 240V AC
o D) All of the above
Answer: D (Slide 33)
16. What is the most important feature of the CPU in a PLC system?
o A) It provides memory backup
o B) It processes logic
o C) It serves as a power supply
o D) It collects input data
Answer: B (Slide 12)
17. Which of the following describes the digital input signals used in PLC
systems?
o A) Continuous
o B) On/Off
o C) Variable
o D) All of the above
Answer: B (Slide 22)
18. What does the acronym 'RAM' stand for in the context of PLC memory?
o A) Random Access Memory
o B) Read Access Memory
o C) Right Access Memory
o D) Real Access Memory
Answer: A (Slide 18)
19. What does SNR refer to in SCADA installations?
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o A) Signal Noise Resistance
o B) Signal-to-Noise Ratio
o C) Signal Networking Range
o D) Signal Non-Responsiveness
Answer: B (Slide 33)
20. What kind of switch is commonly used as a field device in PLC systems?
o A) Limit switch
o B) Toggle switch
o C) Dip switch
o D) Master switch
Answer: A (Slide 24)
21. What is the function of a SCADA master unit?
o A) Data collection
o B) Remote monitoring
o C) Control of the overall system
o D) Data backup
Answer: C (Slide 31)
22. In which of the following scenarios would you use a PLC system?
o A) Office lighting control
o B) Complex process control in industrial plants
o C) Home automation
o D) Internet connectivity
Answer: B (Slide 7)
23. What is the purpose of a SCADA communication network?
o A) Connect RTUs and master units
o B) Provide power to the system
o C) Backup data
o D) Monitor field devices
Answer: A (Slide 31)
24. Which SCADA system feature allows monitoring from remote locations?
o A) Remote communication units
o B) Mobile SCADA solutions
o C) Digital relays
o D) Sensors
Answer: B (Slide 4)
25. What are the four main functions performed by a SCADA system?
o A) Data acquisition, networked data communication, data presentation,
control
o B) Data storage, alarm logging, control, monitoring
o C) Signal processing, data presentation, output scanning, network
communication
o D) Data analysis, input scanning, communication, power supply
Answer: A (Slide 32)
26. Which type of memory can retain a user PLC program in the case of a
power failure?
o A) RAM
o B) EEPROM
o C) ROM
o D) Cache
Answer: B (Slide 18)
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27. What device is often used in SCADA systems to transmit data over long
distances?
o A) RTU
o B) Switch
o C) Master unit
o D) Relay
Answer: A (Slide 31)
28. Which of the following is a key feature of SIMATIC SCADA systems?
o A) Simple manual control
o B) Total openness and scalability
o C) Limited communication protocols
o D) Closed proprietary systems
Answer: B (Slide 3)
29. What kind of module is required for controlling digital output devices?
o A) Input module
o B) CPU module
o C) Output module
o D) Power module
Answer: C (Slide 27)
30. What is a common function of the PLC memory system?
o A) Storing input/output status
o B) Managing power supply
o C) Enabling communication
o D) All of the above
Answer: A (Slide 17)

 PLC systems are only used for small-scale automation tasks.

 False
Answer: False (PLC systems can handle tasks ranging from small to large
industrial applications) (Slide 9)

 In a PLC, digital I/O modules are used to interact with on/off signals from
field devices.

 True
Answer: True (Slide 23)

 SIMATIC WinCC is a proprietary SCADA system that cannot be integrated

with third-party systems.

 False
Answer: False (SIMATIC WinCC supports openness and can be integrated
with third-party systems) (Slide 3)

 The RTU is a small computerized unit used in the field to gather data from
sensors.

 True
Answer: True (Slide 31)
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 EEPROM memory in a PLC can store programs permanently, even during
power outages.

 True
Answer: True (Slide 18)

 Analog I/O modules are used to handle continuously variable signals in a PLC
system.

 True
Answer: True (Slide 21)

 SCADA systems cannot be accessed or monitored remotely.

 False
Answer: False (SCADA systems can be accessed remotely via mobile
solutions) (Slide 4)

 The function of a SCADA master unit is to process data and manage the
overall control system.

 True
Answer: True (Slide 31)

 The CPU of a PLC is responsible for processing both input data and executing
the control program.

 True
Answer: True (Slide 12)

 The input scan of a PLC checks the hardware status and collects data from
field devices.

 True
Answer: True (Slide 15)

 An output module in a PLC sends control signals to field devices based on the
program execution.

 True
Answer: True (Slide 23)

 Interference and noise do not affect the reliability of PLC installations.

 False
Answer: False (Interference and noise are important factors in reliable PLC
installation) (Slide 33)

 In a SCADA system, sensors can either be digital or analog.

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 True
Answer: True (Slide 32)

 A local rack in a PLC system provides slots for I/O modules and is usually
placed near the master rack.

 True
Answer: True (Slide 23)

 PLC systems cannot be used in industrial environments with harsh conditions.

 False
Answer: False (PLC systems are designed to operate in industrial
environments) (Slide 50)

 SIMATIC WinCC is known for providing complete process visualization and

control functionality under Windows.

 True
Answer: True (Slide 3)

 A SCADA system only has two components: the sensors and the master unit.

 False
Answer: False (SCADA has several components including sensors, RTUs,
master units, and communication networks) (Slide 32)

 The PLC's power supply is responsible for converting AC voltage to DC

voltage.

 True
Answer: True (Slide 10)

 A battery backup system in a PLC is necessary to maintain memory and

program integrity in case of a power failure.

 True
Answer: True (Slide 11)

 The Ethernet port is commonly used in PLC systems for communication

between devices.

 True
Answer: True (Slide 14)

 In SCADA systems, mobile solutions allow for data access and control from
remote locations.
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 True
Answer: True (Slide 4)

 A fuse is commonly used to protect output modules from overcurrent.

 True
Answer: True (Slide 48)

 A programmable logic controller (PLC) can only handle digital inputs and
outputs.

 False
Answer: False (PLCs can handle both digital and analog inputs and outputs)
(Slide 21)

 SIMATIC SCADA systems are known for offering mobile solutions and high
data security.

 True
Answer: True (Slide 4)

 A relay is an example of a discrete output device in a PLC system.

 True
Answer: True (Slide 28)