Overview
Role-specific training paths for Control Engineers, IT Professionals,
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System Integrators, Operations & Maintenance, and Managers & Evaluators. Each path focuses on relevant features and capabilities for your professional role.
Choose Your Path
Identify Your Role
| Question | Control Engineers | IT Professionals | System Integrators | Operations & Maintenance | Managers & Evaluators |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Background | PLC/DCS/SCADA | Databases/Networks/Security | Project Delivery/Architecture | Control Room/Field Service | Business/Management |
| Main Focus | Field devices & HMI | Enterprise integration | Complete solutions | Runtime operations | ROI & compliance |
| Typical Tools | Ladder logic, HMI software | SQL, Active Directory, APIs | Multiple platforms | Diagnostic tools | Reports, KPIs |
| Key Concerns | Reliability, real-time control | Security, data integrity | Scalability, standards |
Guided Learning
Role-specific training:
- Structured curriculum
- Hands-on exercises
- Best practices
Choose Your Learning Path
Learning Path | For | Focus |
|---|---|---|
Control Engineers | PLC Programmers, SCADA Developers | Devices, HMI displays, Alarms |
IT Professionals | IT/OT specialists, Database Admins | Security, Databases, Web Deployment |
System Integrators | Project Engineers, Consultants | Architecture, Templates, Deployment |
Operations & Maintenance | Control-Room Operators, Maintenance Techs | Runtime monitoring, Diagnostics |
| Uptime, troubleshooting | Cost, efficiency |
Available Learning Paths
[Control Engineers]
Focus: Device communication, HMI design, alarm management
- Connect and configure industrial devices
- Design Operator UIs
- operator interfaces
- Implement alarm strategies
- Create control logic
[IT Professionals]
Focus: Security, databases, web deployment, APIs
- Implement authentication systems
- Integrate enterprise databases
- Deploy web-based solutions
- Configure REST APIs
[System Integrators]
Focus: Architecture patterns, standards, deployment
- Design scalable architectures
- Implement industry standards
- Manage multi-site deployments
- Create reusable templates
[Operations & Maintenance]
Focus: Runtime monitoring, diagnostics, troubleshooting
- Monitor system performance
- Diagnose runtime issues
- Perform preventive maintenance
- Manage user access
[Managers & Evaluators]
Focus: Platform capabilities, ROI, compliance
- Understand technology benefits
- Evaluate deployment options
- Review compliance features
- Assess total cost of ownership
Learning Resources by Path
| Resource Type | Control Engineers | IT Professionals | System Integrators | Operations & Maintenance | Managers & Evaluators |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priority Documentation | Device configs, HMI design | Security, APIs | Architecture, standards | Runtime, diagnostics | Platform overview, ROI |
| Key Examples | PLC integration, faceplates | Database, web apps | Templates, multi-site | Troubleshooting guides | Use cases, benchmarks |
| Forum Sections | Devices, displays | Integration, security | Architecture, deployment | Runtime, monitoring | Business cases |
| Advanced Topics | Custom drivers, scripting | Cloud, enterprise | Standards, optimization | Performance tuning | TCO analysis |
Getting Started
- Select your learning path above
- Complete Week 1 foundation exercises
- Practice with provided examples
- Join relevant forum sections Participte on the
- Participate in Technical Tuesdays (Discord)
Resources
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- [Support] .....