PLC Controls Fundamentals
Learn the core concepts behind programmable logic controllers, including control logic, I/O, troubleshooting, and how PLCs coordinate equipment in automated manufacturing cells.
Build practical knowledge for modern manufacturing with Industrial Automation and Controls Training Courses informed by GLOBAL Automation Technologies’ real-world work in robotics, controls, simulation, and plant-floor operations. Explore the skills behind PLC programming, robot integration, machine vision, commissioning, and production-line improvement—knowledge that supports technicians, engineers, and employers navigating today’s increasingly connected industrial environments.
Explore focused learning paths that connect controls fundamentals with real manufacturing automation applications.
Learn the core concepts behind programmable logic controllers, including control logic, I/O, troubleshooting, and how PLCs coordinate equipment in automated manufacturing cells.
Develop an understanding of robot programming, simulation, tooling, safety, and controls integration for applications such as machine tending, assembly, material handling, and welding.
Explore how machine vision and intelligent guidance support part identification, inspection, tracking, random bin picking, and flexible robotic operations on changing production lines.
Study the activities that move automation from design to production, including validation, troubleshooting, documentation, installation support, and launch readiness.
Build awareness of the controls, robotics, electrical design, commissioning, and project roles manufacturers seek across the industrial automation workforce.
Understand how controls engineers evaluate and modernize existing equipment for product launches, capacity changes, retrofits, and safer, more productive automated operations.
Automation careers require more than theory: they demand an understanding of how controls, robots, vision, safety, and production goals work together. These Industrial Automation and Controls Training Courses draw on GLOBAL Automation Technologies’ experience delivering automation solutions and engineering talent for demanding manufacturing environments. Learners can build a stronger foundation for technical roles while employers gain a clearer view of the skills needed to support reliable, high-performing automation.
GLOBAL connects automation expertise with the people and skills required to put it to work.
Course content is informed by hands-on experience solving complex robotic manufacturing challenges across industries.
GLOBAL uniquely combines automation solutions, services and technical staffing under one unified automation partner.
Engineering operations spanning 22 countries bring broad manufacturing perspectives to practical controls and automation learning.
AI-assisted simulation and predictive maintenance practices reflect the tools shaping modern automated production environments.
Automation professionals shaped by real manufacturing challenges worldwide.
Founded in 2009, GLOBAL Automation Technologies began with a clear mission: solve manufacturing problems through automation. The company recognized that manufacturers often needed both a capable robotic system and qualified engineers to support it, so GLOBAL built its business around automation solutions, services and technical staffing. Over 17+ years, the team has grown to more than 110 members, expanded to offices in four countries, and completed work in 22 countries across five continents. Its experience spans demanding automotive, EV, heavy equipment, aerospace, and industrial environments. GLOBAL continues to advance its engineering practice through AI-assisted simulation and predictive maintenance tools, while investing in the skills and career development of the people who make automation work. GLOBAL's services teams also deliver on-site training at customer plants, on the equipment those teams run every day.
Start by building a foundation in electrical systems, industrial safety, PLC logic, sensors, motors, and troubleshooting. Then connect that knowledge to real applications such as conveyors, robotic cells, machine tending, and assembly systems. Hands-on exposure to control panels, HMI screens, robot programming, and commissioning is especially valuable. Entry paths can include technical training, engineering education, apprenticeships, and junior technician roles.
You don't need a defined project to start a conversation. Tell us about your products, your processes, and your automation goals, and learn how GLOBAL approaches automation.
GLOBAL holds Level 5 standing in FANUC's Authorized System Integrator program.
GLOBAL is a Recognized System Integrator in Rockwell Automation's partner network.
Member of A3, the Association for Advancing Automation, the North American trade association for robotics, vision and motion control.
Certified by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council, helping OEM and Tier 1 buyers meet supplier-diversity goals.
GLOBAL was founded by former FANUC engineers, and the team still brings deep FANUC application expertise.
95 offline and on-site robot programming projects delivered since 2021.
25 controls and PLC integration projects delivered since 2021.
Projects delivered across 140 manufacturing plants since 2021.
638 engineering and site service engagements since 2021, with services value holding steady for six consecutive years.
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