PLC SCADA

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Special Engineering
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Course Overview

Our PLC SCADA classes are designed to equip participants with skills in Programmable Logic Controller and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition. The course will make you an expert in industrial automation systems with PLCs and managing them with SCADA. Join PLC and SCADA training from African Infotech to become successful in the automation industry.


PLC SCADA Course Overview

PLCs are industrial computers used to automate machines and control processes such as traffic lights and conveyor belts. PLC automation training in South Africa offers hands-on sessions to help you become proficient in PLC programming. SCADA is used to manage and monitor industrial equipment remotely or locally. SCADA course gives you the confidence to work with the software


PLC SCADA Training Course Syllabus

PLC SCADA training in South Africa includes the following topics:


  • Introduction

    Have an overview of PLC and SCADA, their components, and working principles.

    Understand the applications of PLC and SCADA in various industries and the differences between PLC and SCADA

    Study industrial automation architecture. Have an overview of sensors, actuators, and field devices

    Learn about industrial control panels and their components. Know the basics of industrial communication networks

    Learn about the safety practices to follow in industrial automation systems.

  • PLC Architecture

    Have an overview of the basic structure of a PLC, its CPU, rack, and chassis. Learn about input modules and output modules.

    Become familiar with I/O addressing, communication modules, interfaces, and signal flow in a PLC.

    Understand expansion modules, Remote I/O, power supply module, PLC Bus system, and PLC Backplane.

    Know the different types of PLCs, including compact, modular, and rack-mounted. Learn about PLC performance parameters, PLC hardware configuration, and PLC installation

    Study the basics of maintaining and troubleshooting PLC hardware

  • PLC Programming

    Understand different programming languages including Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Block Diagram.

    Become familiar with PLC programming software, PLC addressing, and Tags. Have an overview of digital and analog I/O programming

    Learn about NO contacts, NC contacts, coils, timers, counters, and memory bits. Study basic Logic Gates such as AND, OR, NOT, NAND, and NOR.

    Know the different types of Timer and Counter instructions. Study comparison and mathematical instructions.

    Discover alarm and fault programming, scaling, analog signal processing, data handling, sequencing, and control logic.

  • Cost CalculationSCADA System Essentials

    Understand SCADA architecture components, SCADA server, and Workstation. Discover the fundamentals of HMI, RTUs, and PLC integration.

    Study SCADA tags and the tag database. Learn about digital, analog, and system tags. Have an overview of SCADA communication architecture

    Find out how to create SCADA screens and mimics. Know alarm management, event handling, data logging, access control, and process visualization.

    Learn about SCADA industrial communication protocols, including Modbus, Profibus, and Ethernet. Have an overview of SCADA backup, maintenance, and troubleshooting

    Practical exercises in SCADA configuration and training with real-time projects

  • Human Machine Interface

    Understand HMI, its interface and components. Know the types of HMI, including panel, PC-based, and web-based. Study HMI hardware, software, and communication interfaces

    Find out how to create HMI projects and screens. Learn about screen navigation, user interface design, and tag management.

    Study digital and analog data display. Understand buttons, switches, indicators, and control objects. Know alarm configuration and alarm management

    Discover HMI animation, HMI scripting, HMI diagnostics, HMI backup, maintenance, troubleshooting, and project management

    Practical sessions in HMI projects

  • SCADA Communication

    Have an overview of SCADA communication and communication architecture. Study Ethernet and Serial communication.

    Become familiar with industrial Ethernet and Network Topologies. Find out what PROFIBUS and PROFINET are.

    Understand device addressing, tag mapping, protocol configuration, and communication drivers

    Learn about polling, data transmission, and refresh rates. Study how to detect communication errors and handle them. Find out how to diagnose networks and troubleshoot common communication problems

    Practical training in PLC SCADA setup and troubleshooting

  • Advanced PLC Programming

    Study advanced Ladder Logic Programming, Function Block Diagram Programming, and Structured Text Programming

    Have an overview of advanced timers, high-speed counters, and pulse operations.

    Learn about interlocking, safety logic, recipe programming, and data conversion

    Find out how to detect faults and optimize programs

    Practical automation projects .

  • Advanced Technologies

    Have an overview of advanced industrial automation. Learn about Industrial IoT.

    Find out how to integrate PLC, SCADA, and IoT. Discover cloud-based SCADA systems. Know edge computing in industrial automation

    Study Industrial Ethernet and Advanced Networking. Understand Remote monitoring and control.

    Learn about data logging, analytics, performance monitoring, and advanced alarm management

    Practical training with automation projects



PLC SCADA Certification Course Outcome

  • iconThe PLC SCADA training in South Africa provides theoretical knowledge and practical skills for working with automation systems in the manufacturing, power, and processing industries.
  • iconPLC programming training and SCADA classes give hands-on experience in PLC programing, SCADA monitoring, and HMI design.
  • iconTrainees gain software proficiency in PLC programming software, Siemens, and PLC simulation tools
  • iconIt improves career opportunities by enabling candidates to gain industry-relevant skills.


Career Opportunities After Successful PLC SCADA Training

After completing the PLC programming course, you can pursue several roles, including PLC programmer, SCADA engineer, automation engineer, control systems engineer, automation technician, SCADA technician, HMI developer, and industrial automation engineer. Industries hiring professionals who have completed PLC automation training include the manufacturing sector, power generation, food processing units, pharmaceutical companies, and the automation industry.


Who Can Attend The PLC SCADA Certification Course?

The PLC automation training in South Africa is suitable for:

  • iconProfessional electrical, electronics, instrumentation, mechanical, and mechatronics engineers who want to upgrade their skills in industrial automation
  • iconFresh graduates, diploma holders, and students to gain practical skills
  • iconAutomation professionals interested in updating their knowledge
  • iconMaintenance engineers who want to improve their troubleshooting skills

Why Join African Infotech for a PLC Programming Course in South Africa?

African Infotech is a popular name for providing short-term technical courses such as plumbing technician training, plumbing system design, plumbing technician training, etc., to update the skills of working professionals and to provide practical skills to students. You should join it for SCADA training and PLC programming for the following reasons:


  • iconComprehensive syllabus that includes all topics from basics to advanced
  • iconHands-on training provided by experienced trainers with updated industry-relevant knowledge
  • iconFlexible schedules to suit working professionals and students
  • iconGlobally-recognized certificate proving the skills gained and improving job opportunities
  • iconCareer support and placement guidance

To get admitted to the course, fill out the details in the application form and submit it. Enroll in PLC SCADA classes to build a successful career in industrial automation



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Student’s Reviews

  • The PLC and SCADA course from African Infotech is a marvelous course with hands-on training provided by the best trainers. I am happy that I joined it. It was a wonderful experience.

  • I am an automation technician. I wanted to learn PLC and SCADA to take my career to the next level. This course served the purpose and gave me all the skills I was looking for.

  • Being a fresh mechanical engineering graduate, I was not sure of what to learn next to make me more employable. I am grateful to my friend who recommended this course to me. It helped me launch my career in the automation industry

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Course Includes :

  • Instructor
    African Infotech
  • Duration
    6 Week
  • Frequency
    Monthly
  • Days
    Weekend & Weekdays
  • Language
    English
  • Certifications
    Yes
  • Language
    English (US)
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