PLC and SCADA Training for Bologna professionals
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CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Bologna Professionals

Live online sessions from Bologna, Italien | In-person available in Oberhaching, UK

Industrial Automation in Bologna

Die Emilia-Romagna trägt den Beinamen Packaging Valley. Rund um Bologna sitzt die weltweit dichteste Konzentration von Verpackungsmaschinenherstellern — IMA, Coesia und Marchesini beliefern von hier aus die globale Pharma- und Lebensmittelindustrie. Diese Maschinen leben von präziser Bewegungssteuerung und synchronisierten Servoachsen.

Key Industries in Bologna

VerpackungsmaschinenAntriebstechnikAutomobilbauLebensmitteltechnikPharmatechnik

Major Employers

IMA GroupCoesiaMarchesiniDucatiBonfiglioliPhilip Morris

Average Automation Engineer Salary in Bologna: £44,000/year

Local VAT rate: 22%

Why Train for Bologna Jobs?

Verpackungsmaschinen erfordern Kurvenscheiben, elektronische Getriebe und exakt synchronisierte Achsen. Motion Control ist hier wichtiger als klassische Verknüpfungssteuerung — ein Schwerpunkt, den wir für diese Region ausbauen.

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Our Courses

Training Programmes for Bologna Professionals

Professional Module

PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO

  • Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
  • Language: English
  • Delivery: 100% Live Online — join from Bologna
  • Covers: Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, FactoryIO
  • Certificate: CPD Accredited

€2,499 + VAT full programme

Approx. 2.499 € + VAT · Payment in EUR

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AI Module

AI in Industrial Automation

  • AI & Machine Learning for Automation
  • Computer Vision for Quality Inspection
  • Predictive Maintenance with AI
  • CPD Accredited Certification

What You'll Learn in the Professional Module

A comprehensive 5-day intensive programme with online recorded sessions covering everything from PLC fundamentals to advanced SCADA systems — designed to make you job-ready.

Day 1–2: PLC Fundamentals

  • Siemens S7-1200 & S7-1500 hardware
  • TIA Portal software setup & navigation
  • Ladder Logic & Function Block programming
  • Digital & analog I/O configuration

Day 3: Advanced PLC Programming

  • Structured Text (ST) programming
  • Timer, counter & comparator functions
  • Data handling & memory management
  • Program debugging & testing

Day 4: SCADA & HMI Systems

  • WinCC SCADA configuration
  • HMI screen design & navigation
  • Alarm management & trending
  • Data logging & historical reports

Day 5: Networking & Projects

  • PROFINET & PROFIBUS protocols
  • Ethernet/IP communication
  • PLC-to-PLC data exchange
  • Network troubleshooting techniques

Online: Simulation & Assessment

  • FactoryIO 3D simulation
  • Real-world automation scenarios
  • Conveyor, sorting & batch processes
  • Final capstone project & assessment

Career & Certification

  • CPD Accredited certificate
  • CV building & LinkedIn optimisation
  • Interview preparation & mock interviews
  • Direct introductions to hiring employers

Automation Opportunities in Bologna

The industrial automation sector in Bolognais growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.

Industrial automation and PLC engineering opportunities in Bologna

€40k – €85k

Average automation engineer salary range in Italien

Career Roles Available in Bologna

PLC Programmer
Controls Engineer
Automation Engineer
SCADA Developer
Systems Integrator
Commissioning Engineer
Maintenance Technician
Instrumentation Engineer

Bologna Industry Demand

The Verpackungsmaschinen, Antriebstechnik, Automobilbau sectors in Bologna are actively investing in automation. Companies like IMA Group, Coesia, Marchesini regularly recruit PLC and SCADA engineers.

Average salaries for automation engineers in Italien range from €40,000 to €75,000, with senior roles commanding €80,000+.

The UK faces a shortage of over 20,000 automation engineers, making this one of the fastest routes to employment after training.

Technologies Covered

Siemens S7-1200Siemens S7-1500TIA Portal V18WinCC SCADAFactoryIOPROFINETLadder LogicFunction BlocksStructured TextHMI DesignPID ControlIndustrial IoT

Why Train Now?

1.Industry 4.0 adoption is accelerating — companies need skilled automation engineers now
2.Salary premium — PLC engineers earn 30-50% more than general maintenance roles
3.Job security — automation skills are recession-proof with constant demand
4.Fast-track to employment — our graduates get placed within weeks of completing training

Why EDWartens

Why Bologna Engineers Choose EDWartens

CPD Accredited

Internationally recognised CPD accreditation, valued by UK and European employers.

Hands-on Labs

Real Siemens S7-1200/1500 PLCs, Allen-Bradley, SCADA systems, and FactoryIO simulation.

Career Support

Dedicated placement team connecting graduates with employers like IMA Group and Coesia.

Online Access

Join live online sessions from Bologna. In-person training available at our Oberhaching, UK centre.

Online Training Available from Bologna

Live Online Sessions
In-person at Oberhaching, UK

Join our live sessions from Bologna, Italien. All course materials, lab simulations via FactoryIO, and instructor interaction are available online. In-person training is also available at our Oberhaching, UK centre for those who prefer hands-on equipment access.

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International Students

Training from Italien — How It Works

Joining from Bolognais simple. Here's the step-by-step process for international students.

1

Enquire & Book

Enquire & book your spot online

2

Get Materials

Receive course materials and software access

3

Join Live Sessions

Join live online sessions from Bologna (Mon–Fri, UK time)

4

Hands-on Projects

Complete hands-on projects with instructor guidance

5

Get Certified

Receive CPD certificate and career support

Payment: in EUR via bank transfer or card (approx €2,499)

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Alle Preise verstehen sich netto zzgl. der gesetzlichen Umsatzsteuer. In Deutschland beträgt der Regelsteuersatz 19 %. Bei Lieferungen in andere EU-Staaten wird der jeweils lokale Satz berechnet; Geschäftskunden mit gültiger USt-IdNr. rechnen im Reverse-Charge-Verfahren ab.

2.499 € + 19 % USt (Deutschland) = 2.974 € gesamt

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Why Engineers in Bologna Choose EDWartens

Career Transition: Move from general engineering into high-demand PLC/SCADA roles with £35-65k salary range
Upskill Existing Role: Add PLC programming to your CV while working — online + weekend options available
Industry Shortage: UK faces a critical shortage of automation engineers — Verpackungsmaschinen, Antriebstechnik sectors in Bologna are actively hiring
Placement Support: 100% career support including CV writing, interview prep, and direct introductions to employers like IMA Group, Coesia