Automation | McMaster

AM&I4 Program

Automation

[UNDER DEVELOPMENT]

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Learn about the Automation course.

Part of the Advanced Manufacturing & Industry 4.0 Program.

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Email: coreaa@mcmaster.ca

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Automation

COURSE OVERVIEW

Online Live

Automation systems are a major piece of the Industry 4.0 paradigm and can be readily found across all levels of the manufacturing landscape. From simple process parameter monitoring to enterprise level planning systems, people co-working with automation is a key driver of manufacturing performance and efficiency. Participants will work through different levels of automation systems, discovering applications and opportunities to improve efficiency, communication, and decision making.

Live Online Teaching

Real-time interactive conference-style education brought to you anywhere.

Earn a McMaster Certificate

Walk away with a McMaster Certificate and practical skills to think and problem-solve like a leader.

Skilled Industry Experts

Hear from academic instructors and experienced industry experts across disciplines.

Accelerated Learning

Achieve more than you expected in each burst 60 - 90 minute topic sessions over 3 days.

Learning Objectives

Starting with IoT devices and you will work your way up through the control and acquisition devices and examine the components of the industrial communications network.

Develop an understanding of co-working with automation and how it is critical to your organization and successful integration of automation.

Case studies on implementing different control systems, and you will learn how best to design and setup effective communication between automated systems and people throughout your organization.

Course Structure

Hours of Training

Consecutive Days

Modules

Course Content Breakdown

Module 1

Develop a fundamental understanding of plant automation components and architecture.

Module 2

Identifying processes and procedures for automation.

Module 3

Fixed vs Programmable vs Flexible.

Module 4

Automation technology, reviewing different types, the required infrastructure, technical requirements, and investment.

Module 5

Monitoring, control, and supervision.

Module 6

SCADA, Manufacturing Execution, and ERP Systems.

Module 7

Co-working with automation, effective human-machine-interfacing.

Upcoming Course Dates

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Under Development

Admission Details

Participants must hold or be completing a degree or diploma from a recognized university or college; hold a relevant certificate in sustainability from a recognized university; or have equivalent professional experience.

Please contact the Program Lead if you have specific questions about the background knowledge required to maximize your benefits from the program.

Tuition & Fees

Please note costs noted below are in CAD dollars, and do not include the 13% HST - Harmonized Sales Tax charged for Canadian Applicants.

NGEN AMP UP Participants & Association Members

Subsidized Cost

Course Certificate

$750 CAD

McMaster Alumni

& NGEN Members

Discount Cost

Course Certificate

$1500 CAD