Industrial Control Systems Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a type of industrial control system mentioned in the document?

• PLC

• SCADA

• DCS

• ERP

What is the primary function of a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)?

• To monitor input devices and control output devices based on a custom program

• To provide a user interface for operators

• To transmit data over long distances

• To store production data

Which component is NOT part of a PLC structure?

• Power supply

• Computer system

• Output modules

• Display screen

What distinguishes DCS from PLC in terms of safety?

• DCS uses more advanced programming

• DCS is better for safety due to single-vendor implementation

• PLC has more powerful processing capabilities

• PLC requires less maintenance

What is the main purpose of SCADA systems?

• Localized control of a single machine

• Controlling geographically dispersed assets

• Providing real-time operator interfaces

• Storing historical production data

Which variable type is described as having a value that can be changed during runtime?

• Constant

• Variable

• Fixed value

• Static parameter

What is the purpose of sensors in production lines?

• To display information to operators

• To measure various physical quantities and provide data for control systems

• To store production data

• To control the start/stop of equipment

Which of the following is NOT a type of sensor mentioned in the document?

• Pressure sensor

• Temperature sensor

• Financial sensor

• Force sensor

What is the main benefit of M2M technology mentioned in the document?

• Increased manual intervention

• Reduced costs by minimizing equipment maintenance and downtime

• More complex programming requirements

• Higher power consumption

Which of the following is an application of M2M technology?

• Traditional classroom teaching

• Remote monitoring of equipment

• Manual data entry

• Face-to-face meetings