Maintenance and Engineering

Industrial Automation Maintenance

Automated production lines combine PLCs, drives, sensors, robots and networks. This course covers maintenance of industrial automation: system architecture, sensors and actuators, PLC and HMI diagnostics, industrial networks, robots and motion control, backups and version control, cybersecurity and fault-finding methods.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Automation faults can stop entire lines. You will learn systematic methods to keep automated systems running.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Diagnostic exercises, fault-finding scenarios, demonstrations and maintenance planning.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Explain industrial automation architectures
Maintain sensors and actuators
Diagnose PLC and HMI faults
Troubleshoot industrial networks
Maintain robots and motion systems
Manage backups, versions and cybersecurity

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Automation and electrical technicians
Maintenance engineers
Control engineers
Production engineers
Maintenance supervisors

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

System understanding
Diagnostics
Network troubleshooting
Backup management
Cyber awareness

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Automation Systems

09:00–10:08Architecture
10:08–11:00Components
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Components (continued)
11:45–12:53Failure points
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Sensors and Actuators

09:00–10:08Sensor types
10:08–11:00Pneumatics and actuators
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Pneumatics and actuators (continued)
11:45–12:53Maintenance
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3PLCs, HMIs and Networks

09:00–10:08Diagnostics
10:08–11:00Industrial networks
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Industrial networks (continued)
11:45–12:53Fault finding
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4Robots and Motion

09:00–10:08Robot maintenance
10:08–11:00Servo systems
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Servo systems (continued)
11:45–12:53Safety
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5Data and Security

09:00–10:08Backups and version control
10:08–11:00Cybersecurity
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Cybersecurity (continued)
11:45–12:53Maintenance plans
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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