Industry Ready Training A Hands-On Training in Automation Fundamentals

In today’s fast-evolving industrial landscape, where technologies like AI, IIoT, robotics, and digital twins are transforming operations, the importance of core automation principles has never been greater. Recognizing this need, Automation Expo South 2025 introduces a dedicated knowledge-building platform— “Back to Basics: A Hands-On Automation Course”, scheduled on 8th March 2025 at the Chennai Trade Centre.

This course is engineered specifically for professionals working in plant operations, instrumentation, control engineering, and project execution who are looking to strengthen their understanding of automation fundamentals that drive safe, efficient, and compliant industrial environments.

Why This Course Is Industrially Critical

As industries accelerate their shift towards smart automation, gaps in foundational knowledge can become operational bottlenecks. This course has been designed to:

• Bridge the gap between classical control engineering and modern automation systems

• Help professionals make technically sound decisions on equipment selection, integration, and safety

• Provide exposure to real-world applications and compliance frameworks

• Enhance technical readiness for digital transformation and process optimization

Whether you are commissioning a greenfield plant or upgrading legacy systems, this session offers practical insights rooted in industry standards and field experience.

Core Industrial Topics

Delivered by seasoned industry experts, the course will cover:

• Control System Philosophy

  (Understanding system architecture, interlocks, redundancy, and control logic structures)

• Flow Measurement & Calibration Challenges

  (Measurement technologies, field calibration, and accuracy management)

• Control Valve Sizing & Selection

  (Application-based selection, Cv calculation, material compatibility)

• Analyser Systems & Application

  (Integration of analytical instruments with control logic)

• Hazardous Area Classification

  (Zoning, temperature class, gas group, equipment selection as per IEC/ATEX/NFPA)

• Safety in Hazardous Locations

  (Intrinsic safety, explosion-proof design, and SIL considerations)

• Cybersecurity in Control Architectures

  (Network segmentation, firewall policies, OT-IT interface risk mitigation)

Who Will Benefit the Most?

This course is crafted to deliver immediate, practical value to professionals across multiple roles in the automation and industrial engineering ecosystem. If you are involved in designing, maintaining, operating, or upgrading automation systems, this course is for you.

• Control & Instrumentation (C&I) Engineers

  Professionals responsible for configuring and maintaining field instrumentation, control loops, and safety systems will gain deeper understanding of sizing, selection, calibration, and integration techniques essential for optimal system performance.

• Plant Operations and Maintenance Heads

  Leaders managing large-scale plant operations, utilities, or distributed control systems (DCS/PLC) will benefit by aligning their teams with best practices in automation logic, failure diagnostics, and energy efficiency.

• EPC Project Engineers and Automation Package Owners

  Those managing project lifecycles or automation subcontracts will get clarity on evaluating vendor specs, interfacing components, and ensuring compliance with industry standards such as IEC, ISA, ATEX, and SIL.

• Process Engineers and System Integrators

  Engineers involved in optimizing throughput, process efficiency, or system migration will find this course helpful in understanding the dependencies between instrumentation, control systems, and production logic.

• Mid-Level Managers and Technical Leads

  Engineers aspiring for technical leadership roles will gain well-rounded exposure to system design philosophy, risk assessment, cybersecurity principles, and workforce safety—all essential in managing modern industrial assets.

• Final-Year Engineering Students & Young Professionals

  Engineering graduates specializing in automation, instrumentation, or process control will gain real-world exposure to technologies, industry terminologies, and practical frameworks that are not covered in textbooks but are crucial for industry readiness.

• Women in Engineering

  The course also aims to foster inclusivity by encouraging aspiring and established women professionals to upskill and grow within the automation industry.

Key Takeaways

• Application-based insights and best practices from real industry case studies

• Clear understanding of compliance, safety, and performance optimization

• Direct engagement with subject matter experts and technology providers

• Certificate of participation

Strategic Knowledge Investment

This course is part of Automation Expo South 2025’s commitment to building India’s industrial automation capabilities through technical skilling and leadership development.

Extend the Learning at Automation Expo 2025 – Mumbai

Continue your professional development journey at Automation Expo 2025 – Mumbai, scheduled from 11th to 14th August 2025 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Halls 2 | 3 | 6. Explore global innovations, attend advanced technical workshops, and network with automation leaders from across industries.

Industrial transformation begins with knowledge. The Back-to-Basics hands-on course is a must-attend technical session for professionals looking to align their skills with current and future demands of process automation, control safety, and system integration.