Electricians Working with Modern Industrial Automation
Micro-credential
Industrial automation has significantly changed in recent years through the convergence of operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT). Remote access to sites is now common practice as well as process data being stored in cloud-based systems.
What you will learn
This micro-credential equips learners with an understanding of the different hardware used in modern control systems, as well as the ability to troubleshoot the software and the incoming and outgoing signals.
Upon completion of this micro-credential, learners will be able to:
- connect and configure common control system hardware, such as PLCs, RTUs, radios, and edge gateways
- understand common industrial communication protocols including their benefits and limitations
- install, maintain, and fault find industrial automation hardware
- fault-find and troubleshoot control system software
- understand the value of data and using analytics to support predictive maintenance.
Industry Partner | SAGE Automation
Education Provider | Skills Lab
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