Add an operation definition

You can add operation definitions only to the Operations Model node at the project root.

An operations definition is a core activity that occurs at a Site. For example, a mine site may have operations definitions of Cleaning, Pre-processing, Processing. You can add operation definitions under the Operations Model folder in the project hierarchy.

Use operations folders to organize operations definitions

You can use operation folders to separate operation definition items into logical groups.

Add an operation folder

1. In Project Explorer, right-click Operations Model, and click Add Operations Folder. A new Operations folder appears.

   

2. Rename the folder with a meaningful name, such as the area of the plant.

Add an operation definition item

An operation definition defines the parts and characteristics of a process operation. You can add as many operations definition items as you like to a folder.

3. Right-click an Operations folder and click Add Operation Definition. A new Operation Definition item appears.

   

4. Rename the operations definition item to the name of the operation.

   

5. Repeat as many times as required.

   

6. Configure the properties. For guidance in configuring the properties, see Operation definition item properties.

Related topics

• About the operations model

• Add an operation segment

• About the equipment model