Development of Series of Laboratory Workson Designing theAutomation Systems forTechnological Processes in SEE Electrical Expert Software
Students Name: Kuzo Marian Olehovych
Qualification Level: magister
Speciality: Computer-Integrated Systems for Industrial Control
Institute: Institute of Power Engineering and Control Systems
Mode of Study: full
Academic Year: 2025-2026 н.р.
Language of Defence: ukrainian
Abstract: Kuzo M., Kostyk I. (head). Development of a set of laboratory works on the design of automation systems for technological processes in the SEE Electrical Expert environment. Master’s thesis – Lviv Polytechnic National University, Lviv, 2025. Extended annotation. Current trends in the development of information technologies, automation, and digitization of production processes require the training of specialists who are proficient in software tools for designing computer-integrated control systems. Therefore, one of the important stages of professional training is the acquisition of practical skills in the use of software tools for modern automated design systems [1], in particular the SEE Electrical Expert software environment, which contains a wide range of functions for the development of electrical documentation and schematic diagrams of computer-integrated process control systems [2]. In view of this, it is important to develop a teaching and learning complex that will allow students to master the functional tools for building functional automation diagrams, as well as basic electrical and installation diagrams of control panels, with the possibility of their 3D modeling in the SEE Electrical Expert software environment in compliance with national and international standards. The relevance of the topic is also due to the fact that electrical documentation is the basis for the implementation of any automated control system, and errors at this stage can lead to significant costs in production processes [3]. The object of research of the master’s qualification work is the automated design system (CAD) of computer-integrated control systems. The subject of research is the CAD software environment SEE Electrical Expert. The purpose of research is to examine the functionality and tools of the SEE Electrical Expert software for the development of design documentation for computer- integrated control systems. The first section of the master’s thesis examines the purpose and scope of application of SEE Electrical Expert software as a professional environment for developing electrical engineering documentation. It also compares this program with 8 other popular CAD systems, identifying its key advantages and describing the main differences in functionality that make it easy to use. In addition, the structure and functionality of the graphical interface, which ensures user convenience, are described. The libraries of graphic symbols and the possibilities of their adaptation to the needs of design using equipment from different manufacturers are considered. The second section describes the steps for creating a new project file and saving it to the hard drive. In addition, it provides a detailed description of how to configure title block templates, captions, and working documentation sheet parameters, shows the process of creating a new drawing sheet, describes the logic of establishing relationships between working sheets through cross-references, and provides a sequence of steps for creating new graphic image libraries. The third section describes the procedure for constructing a functional automation diagram (FAD) using the graphical image construction tools in the SEE Electrical Expert software package. The fourth section is devoted to the development of a schematic diagram of automation device connections. This section shows how to insert graphic symbols, which are assigned to a reference code, into the workspace. It also discusses the use of the Black Box functionality to create a conventional symbol for equipment on a schematic diagram. The fifth section describes the procedure for developing a wiring diagram of automation devices based on a schematic diagram. The sixth chapter describes the process of creating a 3D drawing of an automation panel, in particular a new sheet that serves as a working basis for further spatial layout and modeling. It provides an overview of the graphical interface of the 3D Panel+ software module, including its key elements, toolbar, navigation elements, viewing parameters, and 3D visualization controls [4]. A description of the methodology for adding equipment to a three-dimensional space is provided, including the selection of components from libraries, the definition of the working plane, and the positioning of elements according to their geometric parameters. Based on the results of this section, a 3D model of the automation panel is presented, which reflects the actual layout of the 9 product and ensures consistency between the schematic diagram, installation documentation, and visual spatial representation of the design. The seventh section discusses the procedure for automatically generating specifications and cable logs. It also presents functionality for creating custom templates and configuring generation methods. In addition, it discusses the specification report template in the 3D Panel+ software module and the ability to export it to various formats, including Excel files. The eighth chapter presents the process of forming a package of automation system documentation, which combines all the materials developed in the previous chapters into a single structured PDF file that is suitable for transfer to production and further implementation at the facility [5]. Keywords: CAD, SEE Electrical Expert, 3D Panel+, 3D layout, specification, cable log, web catalog, schematic diagram, wiring diagram. List of used literature sources: 1. Scribd. Introduction to CAD. [Electronic resource] – Access mode: https://www.scribd.com/document/458750532/cad-book-pdf 2. SEE Electrical Expert. IGE+XAO group company brochure. [Electronic resource] – Access mode: https://www.ige-xao.com/wp-content/uploads/documentation/bu/ SXP/DOC_SEE_XP_V4R2_BG_0216_screen.pdf 3. KSIMEX. Проектування систем АСУТП. [Electronic resource] – Access mode: https://www.ksimex.ua/subprojects/apcs-engineering 4. SEE Electrical 3D Panel overview. [Electronic resource] – Access mode: https://www.ige-xao.com/en/us/see-electrical-3d-panel/ 5. Sabrina Herlo. How to create outstanding technical documentation – a complete guide 2025. [Electronic resource] – Access mode: https://www.rws.com/content- management/blog/what-is-technical-documentation/