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Industrial Automation

via SWAYAM Plus

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Provider

SWAYAM Plus
Pricing

Paid Course
Languages

English
Certificate

Certificate Available
Effort

60 hours
Sessions

Self-Paced
Level

Intermediate

Found in

This Industrial Automation course covers the basics of automation, focusing on PLC fundamentals and ladder diagrams. You'll learn about SCADA systems and networking protocols for managing industrial data. The course includes practical PLC programming applications like smart parking and fire detection systems. Hands-on projects such as home automation and robotic arm control enhance your skills. By the end, you'll be ready to design and implement automation systems in various industries.

Intended audience

Automation Engineer, PLC Programmer, SCADA Specialist, Control Systems Engineer, Industrial Automation Technician

Prerequisites

Any Diploma or Degree

Assessment & certification

Assessment fee: Included — no extra fee
Assessment mode: Online
Assessment type: Automation Engineer, PLC Programmer, SCADA Specialist, Control Systems Engineer, Industrial Automation Technician

NCrF level: 6 (NCrF credit-eligible)

Syllabus

Week 1: Introduction to PLC and Automation – Basics of industrial automation, PLC components, ladder logic, timers, and counters.
Week 2: Advanced PLC Programming – Logic building, analog control, jump functions, and combinations of timers and counters.
Week 3: SCADA Systems and HMI – Fundamentals of SCADA, WinCC Explorer, alarm management, trends, and interfacing.
Week 4: Industrial Networking Essentials – Overview of automation networking, protocols, and communication standards.
Week 5: Real-World Project Applications – Practical projects like smart parking, fire detection, conveyor control, robotic arms, and home automation.