PLC & SCADA for Automation and Process Control

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Course Overview

PLCs are programmable devices specifically designed to control machinery and industrial processes. SCADA systems provide supervisory control and data acquisition capabilities for monitoring and controlling distributed processes or facilities. PLCs and SCADA systems are often integrated to provide a comprehensive automation and process control solution. PLC and SCADA systems are indispensable tools in modern industry, enabling automation, efficiency, safety, and flexibility across various sectors, including manufacturing, energy, utilities, transportation, Oil& Gas, and more. PLC and SCADA systems will continue to be indispensable for automation and process control in future industrialization, enabling organizations to embrace digital transformation, improve operational performance, and remain competitive.

This PLC & SCADA for Automation and Process Control course is designed to benefit you with up-to-date information on the application of PLC’s and SCADA to the automation and process control of plants and factories. You will understand the PLC components and programming methods used in modern industries. Installation, code quality, and maintenance topics are extensively covered in the course. You will get a chance to enhance your Advanced Programming, Analog Control & Fault Tolerance skills. You will also learn about Serial Data Communications & Safety Systems and SCADA Hardware & Software.

Learning Objectives

Upon the successful completion of the PLC & SCADA for Automation and Process Control, each participant will be able to: –

Understand the fundamentals of PLC and SCADA Systems
Expand the skills in installation, code quality, and maintenance
Aquire more knowledge in advanced programming, analog control & fault tolerance
Understand Serial Data Communication methods and standards
Get in-depth knowledge of SCADA Hardware & Software
Lean on how to optimize systems in terms of safety, flexibility, and costs

Target Audience

The PLC & SCADA for Automation and Process Control training course is suitable for a wide range of technical professionals and includes:

Instrument and Process Control Engineers and Technicians
Design and Electrical Engineers
Mechanical Engineers and Technicians
Operations and Process Engineers
Commissioning & Configuring Engineers
Maintenance Personnel

Training Methodology

This training course will utilise various proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes formal lectures and discussions, active participation through the use of problem-solving exercises, videos, group discussions, analysis of real-life case studies, and industry best practices.

Pre & Post course assessments will be used to measure the effectiveness of this training.

Course Contents

Module 1 - Basics of PLC Components and Programming

Key Topics

Basic Components of PLC
- Fundamental principles
- CPU
- Memory
- I/O section and addressing
- Digital I/O modules
- Analog I/O modules
PLC Programming
- Ladder logic instructions
- Basic arithmetic instructions
- Matrix logic
- File or block manipulation
- Jump, skips, and subroutines
- PLC instruction sets
- Memory organization
- Input/output addressing
- Duplicate coils
- Timers

Module 2 - Installation, Code Quality and Maintenance

Key Topics

Installation Practices
- Interference or noise reduction
- Cable spacing and routing
- Earthing and grounding
- Safety circuits
- Control room requirements and Layout
Code Quality and Maintenance
- Program maintenance
- Change procedures
- Defect detection
- Quality measurement and demonstration

Module 3 - Advanced Programming, Analog Control & Fault Tolerance

Key Topics

Advanced Programming
- Matrix logic
- Multiplexing
- Coding/decoding
Analog Control
- Analog inputs
- Signal filtering
- Analog control
Fault Tolerance
- Improving system availability
- Hot standby systems
- Cold standby

Module 4 - Serial Data Communications & Safety Systems

Key Topics

Serial Data Communications
- RS-232/485 Standards
- Modbus Protocol
- Local Area Networks
- Ethernet
- Token Bus
Safety-related systems
- Safety lifecycle
- Systematic failures/rates
- Voting systems
- Software reliability
- Field equipment

Module 5 - SCADA Hardware & Software

Key Topics

SCADA Hardware
- SCADA Hardware
- Field-level Instrumentation and control
- Marshaling terminals and RTUs
- Communication System
- Master Stations
SCADA Software
- Communications protocol
- Data objects
- Interchangeability
- Proprietary systems

Classroom Session

Dubai

16 - 20 Nov 2026

$5,600

Nairobi

23 - 27 Nov 2026

$5,600

Dubai

18 - 22 Jan 2027

$5,600

Budapest

08 - 12 Mar 2027

$5,950

Kigali

03 - 07 May 2027

$5,600

Dubai

23 - 27 Aug 2027

$5,600

Nairobi

01 - 05 Nov 2027

$5,600

Dubai

22 - 26 Nov 2027

$5,600

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Online Session

Duration: 2 Hrs X 8 Days

Starting Date

14-Dec-2026

$3,000

Starting Date

01-Feb-2027

$3,500

Starting Date

27-Jul-2027

$3,500

Starting Date

04-Oct-2027

$3,500

Starting Date

13-Dec-2027

$3,500

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Certificate

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will receive a PROMISE Certificate of Completion.

Certificate

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will receive a PROMISE Certificate of Completion.

This Program has been approved for 25.00 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR , aPHRi , PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi and SPHRi recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®)

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