Programmable Logic Controllers Essentials
The Siemens Programmable Logic Controllers Essentials course equips automation technicians, controls engineers, and industrial maintenance professionals with core TIA Portal programming skills to reduce machine downtime and improve system reliability. It addresses the industry’s urgent need for PLC expertise, with 73% of manufacturers reporting critical skill gaps in industrial automation. Learners gain hands-on proficiency in S7-1200 PLCs, symbolic addressing, LAD/FBD programming, and diagnostics.
This course prepares learners for the SCE Automation Fundamentals Certification: PLC – TIA Portal Basics. With Koenig’s official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access, you’ll build real-world programming competence. Graduates advance into roles like PLC programmer or automation specialist with stronger employability in smart manufacturing environments.
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Course Overview
The Siemens Programmable Logic Controllers Essentials course is designed for automation engineers, control systems engineers, and PLC programmers seeking foundational expertise in industrial automation using Siemens technology. This course prepares learners for the Siemens Certified Programmer certification based on the TIA Portal, a credential recognized across manufacturing, energy, and robotics industries. With over 86,000 unfilled IT and automation positions reported in recent labor studies, demand for certified professionals remains high. The curriculum targets individuals aiming to master core PLC programming concepts and apply them in real-world automation environments using industry-standard tools.
Students engage with key Siemens technologies including SIMATIC S7-1200 and S7-1500 PLCs, TIA Portal engineering software, STEP 7 programming, PROFINET IO, SIMATIC HMI, and distributed I/O systems. The hands-on lab environment utilizes a physical or virtual TIA system model featuring a conveyor setup where students configure hardware stations, write ladder logic (LAD) and function block diagrams (FBD), implement timers and counters, and integrate HMI panels. Through practice-oriented exercises, learners build a complete control program for a simulated production line, applying symbolic addressing, data blocks, and diagnostic functions within the TIA Portal interface to solve automation challenges.
This course directly supports preparation for the Siemens Certified Programmer certification, which validates proficiency in creating industrial-grade PLC programs using best practices in structured programming and diagnostics. Certified professionals command competitive salaries, with experienced roles averaging between €65,000 and up to €90,000 annually in Europe, depending on experience and sector. Koenig Solutions enhances learning with official Siemens courseware and Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling, ensuring access to expert-led training without cancellations. Upon completion, graduates are positioned to advance into senior automation roles, contributing to smart manufacturing initiatives and Industry 4.0 transformations across global industrial sectors.
What You'll Learn
Skills You'll Gain
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of electrical principles and the ability to interpret electrical schematics are essential for mastering the Siemens Programmable Logic Controllers Essentials course.
- Familiarity with IEC 61131-3 programming standards and logic functions is required to grasp key concepts in Siemens PLC training.
- Working knowledge of Windows PC operations and the TIA Portal interface is necessary to efficiently configure SIMATIC S7-1200 and S7-1500 hardware during the course.
- Understanding of binary and hexadecimal number systems provides a necessary technical foundation for learning Siemens Programmable Logic Controllers Essentials.
- Practical experience with automation technology fundamentals is crucial for implementing and troubleshooting Siemens PLC systems.
- Experience navigating engineering software interfaces is required to accelerate your learning of TIA Portal workflows in the Siemens Programmable Logic Controllers Essentials course.
Certification Exam
Everything you need to know about the Programmable Logic Controllers Essentials certification exam
Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– Mastering Siemens Programmable Logic Controllers Essentials
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Day 2– Core PLC Programming with LAD/FBD
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Day 3– Advanced Data Management and Blocks
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Day 4– Advanced PLC Programming and Diagnostics
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Day 5– System Integration and Final Project
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 Programmable Logic Controllers Essentials certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Programmable Logic Controllers Essentials certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- PLC Programmer
- Controls Engineer
- Automation Engineer
- PLC Technician
- Industrial Automation Specialist
- Maintenance Engineer
Companies Hiring
and 5,000+ organizations worldwide seeking Programmable Logic Controllers Essentials certified professionals
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