PLC – HMI – SCADA COURSES

Who should do a PLC course?

PLC programmers bring a unique blend of skills, often with backgrounds in computer science, mechanical engineering, or electrical engineering. Those aspiring to a career in automation and control engineering typically hold qualifications in Electrical Engineering or Electrotechnology.

While PLC may be a part of the curriculum in the courses mentioned above, there are limited options for becoming a PLC specialist. If you’re aiming for this specialisation, your best route is through dedicated vocational training, such as basic and advanced PLC programming courses.

What does a PLC programmer do?

A PLC programmer is a person who designs programs that control electrical machines and systems. The applications are used across most industries but are heavily relied on in the manufacturing and mining industries, where automation of processes is essential.

The job of a PLC programmer requires the development and optimisation of automated processes and the subsequent diagnostics required for maintenance and repair.

A good PLC programmer should be able to think analytically and have basic computer and programming skills.

Duration of the courses: The duration of courses in the PLC category starts from 1 day for Basic PLC to 2 days for Advanced PLC and HMI – SCADA courses.