Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Based Industrial Robotics Skill Set
Learn to confidently configure robots for a range of industry-relevant tasks
Gain a comprehensive skill set that not only aligns with but anticipates industry needs, ensuring you're primed to design, manage, and innovate automation systems of the future.
This course is low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs(opens in a new tab) for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
Overview
Campus East Perth
When Semester 1, 2025 | Semester 2, 2025
How On campus
Get the skills now to control and configure automation systems for tomorrow
In an industry where innovation is paramount, understanding the intricacies of electrical and automation systems is no longer a luxury — it's a necessity.
This course is tailored to meet these industry demands. Delve into PLC programming, focusing on both digital and analog I/O setups, a cornerstone of modern automation. Transition smoothly into PLC next interfacing, a skill that's rapidly becoming indispensable as diverse PLC brands dominate factory floors. Grasp the essence of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT) through tools like OPC UA and MQTT, pivotal in today's data-driven production environments.
Craft intuitive HMI screens, a vital interface in any automation system, and master connecting protocols such as serial ports, MODBUS, PROFIBUS, and OPC UA.
As robotics continues to redefine manufacturing and production lines, confidently configure robots for a range of industry-relevant tasks. On successful completion of this course, you'll possess a comprehensive skill set that not only aligns with but anticipates industry needs, ensuring you're primed to design, manage, and innovate within integrated automation systems of the future.
- PLC Programming
- HMI programming
- a working knowledge of industrial device communications standards
- Robotics configuration
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $194.40 + Resource fee $0.00 )
(Tuition fee* $57.60 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have been applied to the Tuition Fee total displayed under Course Fees. Tuition Fee capping is not reflected in the fees displayed when looking at the cost per unit. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| VU22750 Write programs for programmable logic controllers (PLCs) | $97.20 | $28.80 | $0.00 |
| VU22752 Develop, enter and verify programs for SCADA systems | $97.20 | $28.80 | $0.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Semester 2, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $194.40 + Resource fee $0.00 )
(Tuition fee* $57.60 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have been applied to the Tuition Fee total displayed under Course Fees. Tuition Fee capping is not reflected in the fees displayed when looking at the cost per unit. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| VU22750 Write programs for programmable logic controllers (PLCs) | $97.20 | $28.80 | $0.00 |
| VU22752 Develop, enter and verify programs for SCADA systems | $97.20 | $28.80 | $0.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
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