After undergoing the programme, the participants will be able to –

• Basics of PLC technology and understand the concept of Ladder programming.
• Basics of HMI and creating some screens.
• Simulation of HMI and PLC codes.
• Importance & types of Sensors and Peripherals.
• Integrating the Sensors, PLC and HMI.
• Networking: introduction of RS485 based network and Industrial Ethernet based network .
• Knowledge about various application possibilities using PLCs and HMIs .
• Hands on experience of the PLC and HMI usage so as to get a feel of Industrial automation and networking.

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.