Learn SIMIT-SCRIPTING with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 27, 2025
Learning Path
Week 1: Signals, components, panels
Week 2: SIMIT scripting basics
Week 3: PLC integration and testing
Week 4: Scenario automation and OTS
Week 5: Advanced behavior modeling
Skill Improvement Plan
Practice cyclic vs event scripts
Build custom components
Integrate with PLCSIM
Simulate process disturbances
Build full plant virtual models
Interview Questions
What is SIMIT and where is it used?
Difference between cyclic and event scripts?
How do you integrate SIMIT with PLC simulations?
What is the role of signals in SIMIT?
Explain a typical virtual commissioning workflow.
Cheat Sheet
OnSignalChange -> event trigger
Cycle() -> cyclic execution
SetSignal() -> set output
GetSignal() -> read input
State machine patterns for components
Books
Virtual Commissioning with Siemens Tools
PCS 7 + SIMIT Engineering Guide
Automation Simulation Handbook
Operator Training Systems Design
Digital Twin for Process Industries
Tutorials
SIMIT Basics Training
Simulation Modeling Essentials
SIMIT + TIA Portal Integration
Scenario Management for OTS
Virtual Commissioning using SIMIT Advanced
Official Docs
https://support.industry.siemens.com
SIMIT Simulation Platform documentation (Siemens)
Community Links
Siemens Industry Support Forum
PLC Talk SIMIT threads
Automation community on LinkedIn
YouTube SIMIT Tutorials
German Automation Forums
Community Support
Siemens Support Portal
Industry forums
PLC Talk community
Automation-related LinkedIn groups
German PLC simulation communities