Module #1 Introduction to Industrial Automation Overview of industrial automation, its importance, and applications
Module #2 History of Industrial Automation Evolution of industrial automation, from mechanical systems to modern computer-based systems
Module #3 Fundamentals of Control Systems Basic concepts of control systems, including feedback, sensors, and actuators
Module #4 Types of Control Systems Open-loop, closed-loop, and hybrid control systems, with examples and comparisons
Module #5 Industrial Automation Hardware Overview of automation hardware components, including PLCs, HMIs, and sensors
Module #6 Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) Introduction to PLCs, their architecture, and programming languages
Module #7 Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) Design and implementation of HMIs, including GUI design and operator interfaces
Module #8 Sensors and Actuators Types of sensors and actuators, including analog and digital sensors, and pneumatic and hydraulic actuators
Module #9 Control Valves and Actuators Principles and applications of control valves and actuators, including electric and pneumatic actuators
Module #10 Industrial Communication Protocols Overview of industrial communication protocols, including Modbus, Profibus, and Ethernet/IP
Module #11 Wireless Communication in Industrial Automation Wireless communication technologies, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Zigbee
Module #12 Industrial Automation Software Overview of automation software, including SCADA, MES, and ERP systems
Module #13 Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Systems Design and implementation of SCADA systems, including data acquisition and visualization
Module #14 Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Overview of MES, including production planning, scheduling, and quality control
Module #15 Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems Integration of ERP systems with industrial automation, including supply chain management and inventory control
Module #16 Safety and Security in Industrial Automation Hazards and risks in industrial automation, and safety and security measures to mitigate them
Module #17 Industrial Automation Standards and Regulations Overview of industrial automation standards and regulations, including IEC, ISA, and OSHA
Module #18 Industrial Automation and Industry 4.0 Role of industrial automation in Industry 4.0, including IoT, AI, and machine learning
Module #19 Cybersecurity in Industrial Automation Threats and vulnerabilities in industrial automation, and cybersecurity measures to protect against them
Module #20 Industrial Automation and Cloud Computing Benefits and challenges of cloud computing in industrial automation, including data analytics and cloud-based SCADA
Module #21 Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Industrial Automation Applications of AI and ML in industrial automation, including predictive maintenance and quality control
Module #22 Industrial Automation and the Internet of Things (IoT) Role of IoT in industrial automation, including device connectivity and data exchange
Module #23 Industrial Automation Case Studies Real-world examples and case studies of industrial automation in various industries, including manufacturing, oil and gas, and water treatment
Module #24 Industrial Automation Project Management Best practices for managing industrial automation projects, including project planning, execution, and commissioning
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Industrial Automation and Control career
