Training
How Our Training Works
Intensive, hands-on automation training delivered at our Abu Dhabi facility in Mohamed Bin Zayed City and online across the UAE and GCC. Learn to program Siemens PLCs, design SCADA systems, and build AI-powered automation solutions using industry-standard tools.
The Opportunity
Why Automation Is the Most Future-Proof Career
In an era where AI is disrupting many industries, automation engineering stands apart. PLCs control physical machinery — no chatbot or language model can replace a human engineer commissioning a production line in Mussafah, wiring a control panel, or troubleshooting a live process plant in Ruwais. Here's why this career is uniquely secure.
AI Cannot Replace PLC Engineers
Programmable Logic Controllers are physical hardware systems controlling real-world machinery — conveyors, robots, valves, motors. AI cannot physically wire a control panel, commission a PLC on a factory floor, or troubleshoot a live production line. These are hands-on, safety-critical skills that require human engineers on site.
Every Plant Runs on PLCs
From oil and gas and petrochemicals to desalination, power, metals, and food and beverage — industrial facilities across the UAE and the Gulf run on PLCs and SCADA. ADNOC, Borouge, EGA, Emirates Steel Arkan, DEWA, EWEC, and the hundreds of manufacturers in Mussafah/ICAD, KIZAD, and JAFZA all need engineers who can program, maintain, and troubleshoot these systems.
Demand Is Growing, Not Shrinking
Gulf industrial capacity is expanding, not contracting. The UAE's Operation 300bn and Make it in the Emirates programmes, Saudi Vision 2030, and continued investment in petrochemicals, desalination, and smart manufacturing keep adding plant that has to be automated and monitored. As facilities adopt Industry 4.0, the need for PLC and SCADA engineers is accelerating. AI adds new roles on top of existing ones.
AI Enhances Automation — It Doesn't Replace It
AI and Machine Learning are powerful tools that sit on top of traditional automation. Predictive maintenance uses AI to analyse PLC data. Computer vision enhances quality control. But underneath every AI system in a factory, there is still a PLC running the physical process. The engineer who understands both has a massive advantage.
Physical Infrastructure Cannot Be Automated Away
Unlike software jobs that can be outsourced or automated, PLC engineering requires physical presence on site — commissioning equipment, testing I/O wiring, calibrating sensors, and ensuring safety systems work. This is inherently local, hands-on work that will always require skilled humans.
Recession-Proof, Future-Proof Career
Plants don't stop running during downturns — they still need maintenance and automation support. UAE Net Zero 2050, industrial diversification, and Industry 4.0 adoption across the Gulf mean more automation investment, not less. Engineers who combine PLC skills with AI capabilities are the most valuable professionals in the sector.
AED 300bn
UAE industrial sector GDP target by 2031
Source: Operation 300bn, UAE MoIAT
2050
UAE Net Zero target driving automation investment
Source: UAE Net Zero 2050
AED 10k–20k
Indicative mid-level automation engineer salary, per month
Source: Indeed AE, GulfTalent, Glassdoor
Delivery Modes
Multiple Ways to Learn
Classroom Training
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Hands-on training at our facility at PO 13089, Mohamed Bin Zayed City, ME-10, Abu Dhabi, UAE. Work with Siemens PLC hardware, industrial panels, and FactoryIO simulation under the guidance of experienced engineers.
Online Live Sessions
Anywhere in the UAE & GCC
Join interactive live sessions with screen sharing, remote lab access via FactoryIO, and real-time Q&A — all delivered on Gulf Standard Time. Ideal for professionals in Dubai, Sharjah, Al Ain or elsewhere in the GCC who cannot travel to Abu Dhabi for in-person training.
Pre-recorded Foundation
12+ Hours Self-Paced
Both courses include 12+ hours of pre-recorded foundation sessions covering Basic Electrical, Electronics, Pneumatics, Industrial Automation, and PLC fundamentals — study at your own pace before class.
Course Structure
Day-by-Day Syllabus
Both courses run for 5 days (GST 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM) with breaks. Classes include 8 hours of training daily. Choose a module below to see the full breakdown.
Pre-Course
Phase 0
Foundation (Pre-recorded Sessions)
12+ hours of self-paced sessions covering Basic Electrical, Basic Electronics, Introduction to Pneumatics, Industrial Automation, and Introduction to PLC. Complete before your classroom dates.
Day 1
Phase 1
PLC Programming with Siemens TIA Portal
Introduction to Siemens TIA Portal, PLC overview, understanding hardware and architecture, basics of ladder logic programming, hands-on practice creating PLC programs, troubleshooting techniques.
Day 2
Phase 2
Advanced PLC Programming & Applications
Advanced programming concepts in Siemens TIA Portal, developing complex PLC programs, simulation and testing of PLC programs, practical applications and case studies.
Day 3
Phase 3
HMI Development with Siemens TIA Portal
Introduction to HMI and its importance, Siemens HMI hardware and software, creating HMI projects, designing screens and navigation, integrating HMI with PLC programs, best practices.
Day 4
Phase 4
Introduction to SCADA (WinCC)
Overview of WinCC SCADA System, SCADA in Industrial Automation, exploring WinCC interface, tags and tag-based data acquisition, creating graphics and objects, building a SCADA application.
Day 5
Phase 5
Advanced Features & Career Preparation
Dynamic graphics and animation, alarm and event management, trending and historical data analysis, introduction to FactoryIO, project creation, interview preparation, resume writing.
Daily Schedule (GST)
9:00–10:30
Class
10:30–10:45
Break
10:45–1:00
Class
1:00–1:30
Break
1:30–3:30
Class
3:30–3:45
Break
3:45–5:00
Class
Industry Tools
Tools You Will Master
Siemens TIA Portal
Siemens
Industry-standard engineering framework for programming Siemens S7-1200 PLCs, designing WinCC HMIs, and configuring SCADA systems. Used by engineers worldwide.
WinCC SCADA
Siemens
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition system for monitoring and controlling industrial processes. Build dashboards, trends, alarms, and reporting.
Factory I/O
Real Games
3D factory simulation software that connects to real PLCs. Practice automation logic on virtual conveyor systems, sorting stations, and pick-and-place machines.
Python & ML Libraries
AI Module
Python with TensorFlow, scikit-learn, and OpenCV for AI Module students. Build predictive maintenance models, computer vision systems, and AI-enhanced dashboards.
What to Expect
Your Training Experience
Our Training Facility
Fully equipped with Siemens hardware, industrial panels, and simulation software
Small Batch Sizes
Maximum 15 students per batch for personalised instruction and ample hands-on time with PLC hardware and software.
Real Equipment
Work with Siemens S7-1200 PLCs, industrial panels, sensors, and actuators. Connect to FactoryIO simulation for realistic scenarios.
CPD Accredited
Earn a CPD Accredited certificate recognised by employers across the UAE and internationally. Verified through our online portal.
Intensive Schedule
GST 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, Monday to Friday, with breaks at 10:30, 1:00, and 3:30. Theory and practical sessions balanced throughout.
12+ Hours Recorded Content
Both modules include lifetime access to pre-recorded foundation sessions for revision and reference before and after class.
Career Support
CV workshops, interview prep, LinkedIn optimisation, and job search guidance. Career support is advisory only — employment is not guaranteed.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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