In today's industrial landscape, Programmable Logic controller (PLC) serve as the cornerstone of automation, enabling precise control over machinery and processes. PLC represents a key driver in automation, production & process planning in the manufacturing industry. Many industries of today, including packaging, pharmaceuticals, refineries, mines, machine shops, power plants and food industries use PLC systems for automation of their machinery to produce more, consistently, quickly and efficiently.

Modern PLC systems can be connected to data networks and interfaced with other automation control devices. However, for improvement / modification of the automation system, correct interpretation of the Logics and changes need to be made to the PLC program as and when required.

Keeping this in view, Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers' Association (IMTMA) is organizing a 3-day Hands-on training program in PLC Programming & Networking. This training is designed to equip participants with practical skills in both PLC programming and networking, crucial for optimizing operational efficiency and troubleshooting in industrial settings.

This programme will benefit Managers, Engineers & Middle management personnel involved in the functions of Design & Development, R&D, Production, Process planning, Application Engg. Maintenance and other related areas from Machine Tool, Auto & Auto Ancillaries, Packaging, Pharmaceuticals, Food Processing and other General Engineering industries.

Faculties from educational institutes can also participate in the programme. Students who are interested in Industrial Automation can participate to get a hands-on feel.

The programme will be totally practical oriented with hands-on practice. Participants would be encouraged to raise questions and solicit feedback from the expert faculty.

This Program will be conducted by Dr. Prathima Holla.

Dr. Prathima Holla is a rare blend of Industry and academics. Graduate in Electronics and Communication Engineering from NMAMIT Nitte. Masters in Industrial Electronics from SJCE Mysore. She is MTech Gold Medallist from VTU. She worked in Industry majors like L& T Emsys, Intel, Microview Software Technologies for more than 14 years. She also spent about 8 years in academic institutions, teaching Electronics and Electrical subjects. She completed her Doctorate from VTU in 2021 with her research subjects around Industry 4.0. She has architected an Internet gateway to monitor machine shop activities which involves M2M communication, Data Analytics, Close looping of many manufacturing challenges using digital capabilities. Her research papers are published in international journals like Taylor and Francis, Springer etc. Passionate about teaching, skilling and knowledge transfer. At present she is heading automation division in Distinct Productivity Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore.