Format: Live instructor-led online training via Zoom / Microsoft Teams

Industrial Automation and Robotics Training Course

Course Overview

Industrial Automation and Robotics have become essential components of modern manufacturing, production systems, smart factories, and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Organizations across manufacturing, energy, logistics, automotive, food processing, pharmaceuticals, mining, and engineering sectors are increasingly adopting automation technologies and robotic systems to improve operational efficiency, productivity, quality, safety, and competitiveness. This comprehensive training course provides participants with practical knowledge and technical skills in industrial automation, robotics, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), industrial sensors, actuators, intelligent control systems, and robotic process automation. The course equips professionals with the competencies needed to design, implement, operate, and manage automated industrial environments.

The training explores the principles of industrial control systems, robotics engineering, automated manufacturing systems, industrial communication networks, motion control technologies, machine vision systems, collaborative robots (cobots), and intelligent production systems. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of how automation technologies integrate with manufacturing operations to optimize performance, reduce downtime, improve process consistency, and enhance product quality. Through practical exercises and industry-based case studies, learners will acquire hands-on experience in automation system design, robotic applications, and operational optimization.

As organizations embrace digital transformation and smart manufacturing strategies, automation and robotics are increasingly being integrated with Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), artificial intelligence, machine learning, cloud computing, predictive maintenance, and data analytics technologies. This course examines emerging trends in industrial automation, autonomous systems, cyber-physical systems, and intelligent robotics while emphasizing safety, cybersecurity, reliability, and operational excellence. Participants will learn how automation technologies contribute to cost reduction, resource optimization, sustainability, and innovation.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to evaluate automation opportunities, implement robotic solutions, optimize industrial processes, improve asset utilization, and support Industry 4.0 transformation initiatives. The skills acquired will enable organizations to enhance productivity, improve workplace safety, increase operational agility, reduce operational costs, and achieve sustainable competitive advantages in increasingly automated industrial environments.

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:

1.     Understand the fundamentals of industrial automation and robotics systems.

2.     Design and implement automated industrial processes.

3.     Apply PLC programming and industrial control techniques.

4.     Configure and manage SCADA and HMI systems.

5.     Integrate industrial sensors, actuators, and communication networks.

6.     Operate and optimize industrial robotic systems.

7.     Apply machine vision and intelligent automation technologies.

8.     Implement automation safety and cybersecurity measures.

9.     Utilize predictive maintenance and condition monitoring systems.

10.  Support Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing initiatives.

Organizational Benefits

Organizations whose staff attend this training will benefit through:

1.     Improved operational efficiency and productivity.

2.     Reduced production costs and process variability.

3.     Enhanced product quality and consistency.

4.     Increased workplace safety and reduced human error.

5.     Improved equipment utilization and reliability.

6.     Reduced downtime through predictive maintenance.

7.     Enhanced manufacturing flexibility and responsiveness.

8.     Better integration of digital and automation technologies.

9.     Increased competitiveness through technological innovation.

10.  Support for smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 transformation.

Target Participants

This course is suitable for:

·       Automation Engineers

·       Electrical Engineers

·       Mechanical Engineers

·       Industrial Engineers

·       Production Managers

·       Plant Managers

·       Maintenance Engineers

·       Control System Engineers

·       Robotics Technicians

·       Manufacturing Supervisors

·       Operations Managers

·       Instrumentation Engineers

·       Mechatronics Professionals

·       Technical Consultants

·       Industry 4.0 Specialists

·       Project Managers involved in automation projects

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Industrial Automation and Robotics

1.     Fundamentals of industrial automation

2.     Evolution of industrial robotics

3.     Automation architectures and systems

4.     Components of automated production systems

5.     Applications of industrial automation

6.     Case Study: Automation transformation in manufacturing

Module 2: Industrial Control Systems

1.     Principles of control systems

2.     Open-loop and closed-loop control

3.     Process control fundamentals

4.     Control system performance measurement

5.     Industrial control strategies

6.     Case Study: Optimizing process control performance

Module 3: Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

1.     Introduction to PLC technology

2.     PLC hardware components

3.     PLC programming fundamentals

4.     Ladder logic programming

5.     Troubleshooting PLC systems

6.     Case Study: PLC implementation in production operations

Module 4: Sensors, Actuators, and Instrumentation

1.     Industrial sensors and measurement systems

2.     Temperature, pressure, flow, and level sensors

3.     Actuators and drive systems

4.     Signal conditioning techniques

5.     Instrumentation integration and calibration

6.     Case Study: Sensor-based process automation

Module 5: Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)

1.     SCADA architecture and components

2.     Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems

3.     Data acquisition and monitoring

4.     Alarm management systems

5.     Industrial process visualization

6.     Case Study: SCADA implementation for operational monitoring

Module 6: Industrial Communication Networks

1.     Industrial networking fundamentals

2.     Fieldbus communication systems

3.     Ethernet-based industrial networks

4.     Wireless industrial communication

5.     Network reliability and performance

6.     Case Study: Integrated industrial communication infrastructure

Module 7: Industrial Robotics Systems

1.     Robotics fundamentals and classifications

2.     Robot kinematics and motion control

3.     Industrial robot programming

4.     Robotic work cells and applications

5.     Robot performance optimization

6.     Case Study: Robotic assembly line implementation

Module 8: Collaborative Robots and Machine Vision

1.     Introduction to collaborative robots (Cobots)

2.     Human-robot collaboration principles

3.     Machine vision systems and applications

4.     Image processing techniques

5.     Intelligent robotic inspection systems

6.     Case Study: Machine vision in quality control

Module 9: Automation Safety and Cybersecurity

1.     Industrial safety standards and regulations

2.     Machine safeguarding techniques

3.     Risk assessment and mitigation

4.     Industrial cybersecurity principles

5.     Secure automation system design

6.     Case Study: Enhancing automation system security

Module 10: Predictive Maintenance and Asset Management

1.     Maintenance strategies for automated systems

2.     Condition monitoring technologies

3.     Predictive maintenance techniques

4.     Reliability-centered maintenance

5.     Asset lifecycle management

6.     Case Study: Reducing downtime through predictive maintenance

Module 11: Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing

1.     Industry 4.0 concepts and technologies

2.     Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)

3.     Artificial intelligence in automation

4.     Digital twins and smart factories

5.     Data analytics for operational excellence

6.     Case Study: Smart manufacturing implementation

Module 12: Automation Project Management and Future Trends

1.     Automation project planning and execution

2.     Technology selection and evaluation

3.     Automation investment analysis

4.     Emerging robotics technologies

5.     Future trends in intelligent automation

6.     Case Study: Enterprise automation transformation strategy

General Information

1.     Customized Training: All our courses can be tailored to meet the specific needs of participants.

2.     Language Proficiency: Participants should have a good command of the English language.

3.     Comprehensive Learning: Our training includes well-structured presentations, practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and collaborative group work. Our facilitators are seasoned experts with over a decade of experience.

4.     Certification: Upon successful completion of training, participants will receive a certificate from Foscore Development Center (FDC-K).

5.     Training Locations: Training sessions are conducted at Foscore Development Center (FDC-K) centers. We also offer options for in-house and online training, customized to the client's schedule.

6.     Flexible Duration: Course durations are adaptable, and content can be adjusted to fit the required number of days.

7.     Onsite Training Inclusions: The course fee for onsite training covers facilitation, training materials, two coffee breaks, a buffet lunch, and a Certificate of Successful Completion. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses, airport transfers, visa applications, dinners, health/accident insurance, and personal expenses.

8.     Additional Services: Accommodation, pickup services, freight booking, and visa processing arrangements are available upon request at discounted rates.

9.     Equipment: Tablets and laptops can be provided to participants at an additional cost.

10.  Post-Training Support: We offer one year of free consultation and coaching after the course.

11.  Group Discounts: Register as a group of more than two and enjoy a discount ranging from 10% to 50%.

12.  Payment Terms: Payment should be made before the commencement of the training or as mutually agreed upon, to the Foscore Development Center account. This ensures better preparation for your training.

13.  Contact Us: For any inquiries, please reach out to us at training@fdc-k.org or call us at +254712260031.

14.  Website: Visit our website at www.fdc-k.org for more information.