Engineering Design & CAD · PPL

Industrial IoT & Automation Certification

An advanced program designed to develop practical skills in Industrial IoT, automation, sensors, PLCs, industrial communication, cloud integration, monitoring, and smart manufacturing systems.

  • 4 DaysDuration
  • PPLAccredited
  • 3 LanguagesArabic · English · Hindi
  • ₹14,999.00 Per delegate

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— The journey

Course Outline

What the programme covers, module by module.

Module 1: Introduction to Industrial IoT

  • IIoT fundamentals
  • IoT vs Industrial IoT
  • Connected industries
  • Industrial applications
  • IIoT architecture
  • Industry use cases

Module 2: Industrial Automation Fundamentals

  • Automation concepts
  • Automation hierarchy
  • Control systems
  • Industrial processes
  • Production automation
  • Smart automation

Module 3: Industry 4.0 & Smart Manufacturing

  • Industry 4.0 principles
  • Smart factories
  • Connected manufacturing
  • Cyber-physical systems
  • Data-driven operations
  • Digital transformation

Module 4: IIoT Architecture

  • Device layer
  • Control layer
  • Edge layer
  • Platform layer
  • Application layer
  • Data flow

Module 5: Sensors & Transducers

  • Sensor fundamentals
  • Temperature sensors
  • Pressure sensors
  • Proximity sensors
  • Level sensors
  • Flow sensors

Module 6: Industrial Actuators

  • Actuator concepts
  • Electric actuators
  • Pneumatic actuators
  • Hydraulic actuators
  • Motors
  • Control mechanisms

Module 7: Data Acquisition Systems

  • Data acquisition concepts
  • Signal acquisition
  • Analog signals
  • Digital signals
  • Sampling
  • Data processing

Module 8: PLC Fundamentals

  • PLC architecture
  • CPU
  • Input/output modules
  • Memory
  • PLC scan cycle
  • PLC applications

Module 9: PLC Programming

  • Ladder logic
  • Contacts
  • Coils
  • Timers
  • Counters
  • Basic control programs

Module 10: Advanced PLC Programming

  • Functions
  • Function blocks
  • Sequential control
  • Interlocks
  • Analog processing
  • Program organisation

Module 11: Human-Machine Interface

  • HMI fundamentals
  • Operator screens
  • Controls
  • Indicators
  • Alarm displays
  • Process visualisation

Module 12: SCADA Systems

  • SCADA architecture
  • Data acquisition
  • Supervisory control
  • Real-time monitoring
  • Historical data
  • Alarm management

Module 13: Industrial Communication Fundamentals

  • Industrial networks
  • Communication models
  • Serial communication
  • Ethernet communication
  • Network topology
  • Device connectivity

Module 14: Modbus Communication

  • Modbus fundamentals
  • Modbus RTU
  • Modbus TCP
  • Registers
  • Master-client communication
  • Device integration

Module 15: OPC UA

  • OPC UA architecture
  • Client-server communication
  • Information models
  • Data exchange
  • Device interoperability
  • Secure communication

Module 16: MQTT for Industrial IoT

  • MQTT fundamentals
  • Publishers
  • Subscribers
  • Brokers
  • Topics
  • Quality of Service

Module 17: Industrial Ethernet

  • Ethernet fundamentals
  • Industrial Ethernet
  • PROFINET concepts
  • EtherNet/IP concepts
  • Network architecture
  • Industrial connectivity

Module 18: IoT Gateways

  • Gateway architecture
  • Device connectivity
  • Protocol conversion
  • Data aggregation
  • Local processing
  • Cloud connectivity

Module 19: Edge Computing

  • Edge computing concepts
  • Edge devices
  • Local analytics
  • Data filtering
  • Low-latency processing
  • Edge-cloud architecture

Module 20: Industrial Cloud Integration

  • Cloud architecture
  • Device-to-cloud communication
  • Data ingestion
  • Cloud storage
  • Cloud processing
  • Industrial cloud applications

Module 21: Industrial Data Management

  • Industrial data
  • Time-series data
  • Data collection
  • Data storage
  • Data quality
  • Data lifecycle

Module 22: Industrial Analytics

  • Operational data analysis
  • Production metrics
  • Equipment performance
  • Trend analysis
  • Anomaly detection
  • Decision support

Module 23: Predictive Maintenance

  • Maintenance strategies
  • Condition monitoring
  • Equipment health
  • Failure indicators
  • Predictive analytics
  • Maintenance planning

Module 24: Machine Monitoring

  • Machine parameters
  • Temperature monitoring
  • Vibration monitoring
  • Energy monitoring
  • Performance monitoring
  • Equipment dashboards

Module 25: Industrial IoT Cybersecurity

  • Industrial security fundamentals
  • Device security
  • Network security
  • Authentication
  • Access control
  • Secure communications

Module 26: Digital Twins

  • Digital twin concepts
  • Physical and digital assets
  • Real-time data
  • Asset modelling
  • Simulation
  • Industrial applications

Module 27: Robotics & IIoT Integration

  • Industrial robotics
  • Robot connectivity
  • Sensor integration
  • Automation cells
  • Data exchange
  • Connected robotics

Module 28: Smart Factory Integration

  • Connected machines
  • Production systems
  • Manufacturing data
  • Automated workflows
  • System integration
  • Smart factory architecture

Module 29: IIoT Troubleshooting & Optimisation

  • Sensor problems
  • Communication failures
  • PLC connectivity
  • Gateway issues
  • Network diagnostics
  • System optimisation

Module 30: Integrated Industrial IoT Project

  • Sensor integration
  • PLC connectivity
  • Industrial communication
  • IoT gateway configuration
  • Monitoring dashboard
  • Industrial data analysis
— 01.2 · Is it right for you?

Who it's for & what's included

Pick a delivery method to see exactly who it suits and everything you receive.

Who it's for

Classroom

Best for learners who want face-to-face tuition and to network with peers in person.

What's included

Everything you get

  • Live instructor on-site
  • Printed workbook & materials
  • Group exercises & case studies
Who it's for

Online Instructor-Led

Best for learners who want a live instructor and a fixed schedule, without the travel.

What's included

Everything you get

  • Live instructor via video call
  • Digital workbook & resources
  • Session recordings
Who it's for

Self-Paced

Best for self-motivated learners who need maximum flexibility around work and life.

What's included

Everything you get

  • On-demand video lessons
  • Interactive quizzes
  • 24/7 access on any device
— What you will master

Course Objectives

01

Understand Industrial IoT, automation, and Industry 4.0 principles.

02

Integrate sensors, actuators, PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems.

03

Apply industrial communication protocols including Modbus, OPC UA, and MQTT.

04

Implement IoT gateways and edge computing for industrial environments.

05

Understand cloud integration and industrial data management workflows.

06

Apply industrial analytics and predictive maintenance techniques.

07

Implement cybersecurity principles for connected industrial systems.

08

Design integrated smart manufacturing and Industrial IoT solutions.

— Questions answered

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Industrial IoT?
Industrial IoT connects industrial machines, sensors, controllers, and software systems to collect, exchange, and analyse operational data for improved automation and decision-making.
Who should attend this course?
The course is suitable for engineering graduates, job seekers, automation engineers, electrical and electronics students, mechanical and mechatronics students, and aspiring IIoT professionals.
Do I need previous automation experience?
Basic knowledge of electrical, electronics, mechanical, automation, or programming concepts is helpful because this is an advanced-level program.
Which technologies are covered?
The course covers sensors, PLCs, HMI, SCADA, Modbus, OPC UA, MQTT, industrial Ethernet, IoT gateways, edge computing, cloud integration, analytics, and digital twins.
What practical skills will I develop?
You will develop skills in industrial connectivity, PLC-based automation, data acquisition, machine monitoring, IIoT communication, edge processing, predictive maintenance, and smart factory integration.
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