ABB Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) Essentials
The ABB Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) Essentials course equips automation engineers, system integrators, and maintenance technicians with hands-on skills to configure, program, and troubleshoot AC500 PLC systems using Automation Builder and IEC 61131-3 standards. Designed for professionals facing industrial automation complexity, it addresses the growing demand—projected 8% annual growth in PLC-related roles by 2030 per U.S. BLS—for certified expertise in ABB’s industrial control platforms.
This course prepares learners for the PLCopen Advanced Programming Certification, leveraging ABB’s official curriculum. Koenig Solutions offers Guaranteed-to-Run dates and 30-day lab access, enabling mastery of safety logic, PROFIsafe communication, and modular code design. Graduates gain industry-recognized proficiency to optimize machine control systems and advance into senior automation roles.
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Course Overview
The ABB Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) Essentials course by Asea Brown Boveri (ABB) provides foundational training in the AC500 PLC system architecture and engineering methodology based on IEC61131-3 standards. Designed for PLC engineers, automation specialists, and control system integrators, this program equips learners with the skills to configure hardware, develop application programs, and troubleshoot systems using ABB's Automation Builder software. With industrial automation driving over 70% of manufacturing efficiency improvements according to ABB's 2023 industry report, this course meets growing demand for certified professionals capable of deploying reliable control solutions.
Participants engage with core ABB technologies including the AC500 V3 PLC platform, Automation Builder engineering suite, Panel CP600 HMI, and integrated web visualization tools. The hands-on lab environment, conducted on physical AC500 hardware and Automation Builder software, enables students to build real-world projects such as configuring centralized and decentralized I/O expansions via Profinet and PROFIBUS DP, programming logic in Function Block Diagram and Structured Text, and establishing Ethernet TCP/IP communication. A key project involves creating a fully functional web-based visualization and downloading a complete control program to the PLC for operational testing, simulating actual commissioning workflows.
This course prepares participants for the T301 AC500 Certification, a recognized credential within ABB's certification framework that validates practical PLC engineering competence. Certified professionals demonstrate enhanced technical proficiency and faster project deployment cycles in industrial automation roles. Koenig Solutions enhances learning with Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling and access to official ABB courseware, ensuring consistent, vendor-authorized training. Completing the ABB Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) Essentials course positions engineers to lead automation projects with confidence, opening pathways to advanced roles in system design, commissioning, and industrial IoT integration.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- Basic awareness of industrial safety standards (IEC 61131-3)
- Familiarity with operating in a Microsoft Windows environment
- Fundamental knowledge of ABB AC500 PLC hardware architecture
- Understanding of basic digital and analog I/O concepts
- Familiarity with Ethernet TCP/IP networking fundamentals
- Experience navigating ABB Automation Builder or Control Builder Plus engineering software interfaces
Certification Exam
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Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– AC500 Hardware and Automation Builder Basics
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Day 2– Project Engineering and Memory Structure
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Day 3– Advanced Programming and Visualization
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Day 4– System Diagnostics and Web Integration
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 ABB Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) Essentials certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the ABB Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) Essentials certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- PLC Programmer
- Automation Engineer
- Control Systems Engineer
- Industrial Maintenance Technician
- PLC/HMI Integration Specialist
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