Mastering ABB PLC Programming
Mastering ABB PLC Programming equips automation engineers, system integrators, and maintenance technicians with advanced skills in AC500 V3 PLC programming using IEC61131-3 and Automation Builder. It solves the critical industry need for reliable, modular code in high-availability industrial systems. With ABB holding an 18% share of the global PLC market, demand for certified expertise in its platforms is accelerating across automotive, manufacturing, and energy sectors.
This course prepares learners for the ABB Control Systems User Assessment, validating proficiency in PLC engineering. Koenig delivers official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access, ensuring hands-on mastery. Graduates gain the credentials and practical competence to lead automation projects in organizations leveraging ABB’s industrial control ecosystem.
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Course Overview
The **Mastering ABB PLC Programming** course by Asea Brown Boveri (ABB) is an advanced-level training program designed for automation engineers, control system programmers, and industrial IT specialists seeking expertise in ABB's AC500 PLC platform. While no standalone certification exam is tied directly to this course, it aligns with ABB’s internal User Assessment framework—specifically preparing professionals for expert-level evaluations such as T730 (Engineering using AC 800M) and advanced AC500 V3 programming competencies. This training serves critical roles including PLC Programmer, Automation Engineer, and System Integrator, supporting industries where ABB controls dominate, such as manufacturing, energy, and water treatment. With over 1,000 industrial customers globally relying on ABB’s AC500 series for mission-critical automation, mastering this platform significantly enhances employability and technical authority in automation-driven sectors.
Participants engage directly with ABB’s core engineering tools, including **Automation Builder**, **RobotStudio**, **AC500-S Safety PLC**, **PROFINET IO**, **EtherCAT**, and **OPC UA** within a fully integrated lab environment. The hands-on component uses Automation Builder’s virtual commissioning technology, allowing students to simulate complete control systems before deploying to physical hardware. Learners configure real-world applications such as automated conveyor logic with safety interlocks, implement object-oriented programming (OOP) principles using inheritance and polymorphism in Structured Text (ST), and integrate drives via EtherCAT and Modbus TCP. Using RobotStudio in conjunction with Automation Builder, students also build synchronized robotic workcells, testing PLC logic against 3D simulated robots to validate timing and safety protocols—all within ABB’s unified digital twin environment.
This course prepares candidates for ABB’s Expert-Level User Assessments, which are recognized across industrial automation sectors and often required for lead engineering roles on ABB-powered projects. Professionals with verified ABB PLC expertise report average salary increases of 20–30%, with senior automation engineers earning between $95,000 and $130,000 annually in North America and Europe. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning path with Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling, official ABB courseware, and access to 1-on-1 instructor mentoring, ensuring personalized mastery of complex topics like safety programming and network variable synchronization. Upon completion, graduates are equipped to design, debug, and optimize scalable automation architectures—positioning them to lead next-generation smart factory and Industry 4.0 initiatives using ABB’s industrial IoT-ready control ecosystem.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) is essential for mastering ABB PLC programming, as it provides the foundation for working with ABB's automation solutions.
- Familiarity with operating in a Microsoft Windows environment helps streamline the use of ABB's Automation Builder software, which is crucial for programming ABB PLCs.
- Practical knowledge of AC500 PLC and Automation Builder software, equivalent to F880 - AC500 V3 PLC Basic Training, ensures you can efficiently develop and troubleshoot ABB PLC systems.
- Experience with IEC61131-3 programming languages such as FBD, ST, and SFC is vital for creating reliable ABB PLC programs aligned with industry standards.
- Understanding industrial communication protocols like CS31, PROFIBUS DP, and Ethernet TCP/IP is necessary to integrate ABB PLCs into complex automation networks.
- Prior knowledge of functional safety standards including IEC61508, IEC62061, and ISO13849 enhances your ability to design safe and compliant ABB automation systems.
Certification Exam
Everything you need to know about the Mastering ABB PLC Programming certification exam
Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– Mastering ABB PLC Programming: AC500 Hardware and Automation Builder
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Day 2– Mastering ABB PLC Programming: Engineering and Logic Fundamentals
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Day 3– Mastering ABB PLC Programming: Advanced Diagnostics and Control
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Day 4– Mastering ABB PLC Programming: Integration and Web Features
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of Mastering ABB PLC Programming certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Mastering ABB PLC Programming certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- PLC Programmer
- Automation Engineer
- Control Systems Engineer
- Industrial Automation Specialist
- HMI/SCADA Developer
- Application Engineer
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