Professional Certificate of Competency in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) & SCADA Systems

Course Details

This comprehensive course covers the essentials of SCADA and PLC systems , which are often used in close association with each other. A selection of case studies is used to illustrate the key concepts with examples of real-world working SCADA and PLC systems in the water, electrical and processing industries .

This course will be an excellent opportunity to network with your peers, as well as to gain significant new information and techniques for your next SCADA / PLC project. Although the emphasis of the course will be on practical industry topics highlighting recent developments, using case studies, the latest application of SCADA, PLC technologies and fundamentals will be covered.

The inevitable question is which PLC is being used . We present this course focusing on the generic PLC and use the open programming IEC 61131-3 standard . For specific examples, we use the Allen Bradley range, but are not selling Allen Bradley or for that matter any other PLC!

This course is designed to benefit you with practical up-to-date information on the application of PLC systems to the automation and process control industries. It is suitable for people who have little or no exposure to PLCs but expect to become involved in some or all aspects of PLC installation. It aims to give practical advice from experts in the field, to assist you to correctly plan, programme and install a PLC with a shorter learning curve and more confidence. While the course is ideal for electricians, technicians and engineers who are new to PLCs, much of the material covered will be of value to those who already have some basic skills, but need a wider perspective for larger and more challenging tasks ahead. The information covered advances from the basics to challenge even the most experienced engineer in the industry today.

Benefits of Online Learning to Students

• Cost-effective : no travel or accommodation necessary
• Interactive : live, interactive sessions let you communicate with your instructor and fellow students
• Flexible : short interactive sessions over the Internet which you can attend from your home or office.
• Practical : perform exercises by remotely accessing our labs and simulation software
• Expert instructors : instructors have extensive industry experience; they are not just 'academics'
• No geographical limits : learn from any location, all you need is an Internet connection
• Constant support : from your instructor(s) and a dedicated Learning Support Officer for the complete duration of the course
• International insight : interact and network with participants from around the globe and gain valuable insight into international practice

Benefits of Online Learning to Employers

• Lower training costs : no travel or accommodation necessary
• Less downtime : short webinars (60-90 minutes) and flexible training methods means less time away from work
• Retain employees : keep staff who may be considering a qualification as a full-time study
• Increase efficiency : improve your engineering or technical employees’ skills and knowledge
• International insight : students will have access to internationally based professional instructors and students

How Does it Work?

EIT Online Learning courses involve a combination of live, interactive sessions over the Internet with a professional instructor, set readings, and assignments. The courses include simulation software and remote laboratory applications to let you put theory to practice, and provide you with constant support from a dedicated Learning Support Officer.

Practical Exercises and Remote Laboratories

As part of the groundbreaking new way of teaching, our online engineering courses use a series of remote laboratories (labs) and simulation software, to facilitate your learning and to test the knowledge you gain during your course. These involve complete working labs set up at various locations of the world into which you will be able to log to and proceed through the various practical sessions.

These will be supplemented by simulation software, running either remotely or on your computer, to ensure you gain the requisite hands-on experience. No one can learn much solely from lectures, the labs and simulation software are designed to increase the absorption of the materials and to give you a practical orientation of the learning experience. All this will give you a solid, practical exposure to the key principles covered and will ensure that you obtain maximum benefit from your course.

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The key objective of the Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) is to provide outstanding practical engineering and technology education to help students advance their professional careers.

Why Choose EIT

Engineering Specialist

EIT is one of the only institutes in the world specializing in engineering.

Industry-Oriented Programmes

Our programmes are designed by an international body of industry experts, ensuring you graduate with cutting-edge skills that are valued by employers around the world. Our programme content will remain current with rapidly changing technology and industry developments.

Industry Experienced Lecturers

Our lecturers are highly experienced engineers with applied knowledge.

World-Class Australian Accredited Education

Our vocational programmes and higher education degrees are accredited by the Australian Government. We have programmes that are also recognized under three international engineering accords. Together with our sister organization IDC Technologies , we have trained over 500,000 engineers, technicians, and technologists globally over the last 30 years.

Unique Delivery Model

We deliver our online and on-campus programmes via a unique methodology that makes use of live and interactive webinars, an international pool of expert lecturers, dedicated learning support officers, and state-of-the-art technologies such as hands-on workshops, remote laboratories, and simulation software. Whether you are studying online or on-campus in Australia, our supportive blended learning model and small class sizes allow you to advance your technical knowledge and remain engaged in your studies while forming global networks and balancing life and work commitments.

EIT offers awards in a growing array of engineering fields such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil and structural engineering, industrial automation, project management, and more. The range of programmes include:

• Professional Certificates of Competency
  • 3 months (part-time, intensive)
• Diploma of Leadership and Management
  • 12 months (part-time, intensive)
• Advanced Diplomas
  • 18 to 24 months (part-time)
• Bachelors of Science
  • 3 years (full-time or equivalent part-time)
• Graduate Certificates
  • 6 months (part-time)
• Masters of Engineering
  • 24 months (full-time or equivalent part-time)

For those seeking other forms of technical training, EIT's sister company IDC Technologies offers:

• On-Demand (self-paced) video courses
• On-site (in-house) courses
• Technical conferences
• Technical manuals