Role-specific learning paths for engineers, IT, operations, integrators, and managers
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Learning Paths
Learning (by Role) are
Overview
Role-specific training paths for:
- Control Engineers
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- IT Professionals
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- Managers & Evaluators
- Operations & Maintenance
- System Integrators
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Question
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Control Engineers
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IT Professionals
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System Integrators
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Primary Background
Each path focuses on relevant features and capabilities for your professional role.
Choose Your Path
Identify Your Role
| Learning Path | Primary Background | Main Focus | Key Concerns |
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| Control Engineer |
| PLC / DCS / SCADA |
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Databases/Networks/Security
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Project Delivery/Architecture
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Main Focus
| Field devices & HMI |
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Enterprise integration
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Key Concerns
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Typical Tools
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Ladder logic, HMI software
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SQL, Active Directory, APIs
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Multiple platforms
| Reliability, real-time control |
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Security, data integrity
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Scalability, standards
Guided Learning
Role-specific training:
- Structured curriculum
- Hands-on exercises
- Best practices
Choose Your Learning Path
| IT Professional | Databases / Networks / Security | Enterprise integration | Security, data integrity |
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Learning Path
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For
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Focus
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Control Engineers
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PLC Programmers, SCADA Developers
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Devices, HMI displays, Alarms
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IT Professionals
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IT/OT specialists, Database Admins
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Security, Databases, Web Deployment
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System Integrators
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Project Engineers, Consultants
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| Operations & Maintenance | Control |
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| Room /Field Service | Runtime |
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Available Learning Paths
Control Engineers
Focus: Device communication, HMI design, alarm management
- Connect and configure industrial devices
- Design Operator UIs
- Implement alarm strategies
- Create control logic
IT Professionals
Focus: Security, databases, web deployment, APIs
- Implement authentication systems
- Integrate enterprise databases
- Deploy web-based solutions
- Configure REST APIs
System Integrators
Focus: Architecture patterns, standards, deployment
- Design scalable architectures
- Implement industry standards
- Manage multi-site deployments
- Create reusable templates
Certification Paths
Certification | Target Audience | Prerequisites | Focus Areas |
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FrameworX Certified Developer | All paths | Basic training | Configuration, displays, scripting |
FrameworX Control Specialist | Control Engineers | FCD + experience | Advanced control, PLC integration |
FrameworX IT Specialist | IT Professionals | FCD + IT background | Security, databases, web |
FrameworX Solution Architect | System Integrators | FCD + projects | Architecture, standards |
Learning Resources by Path
Resource Type | Control Engineers | IT Professionals | System Integrators |
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Priority Documentation | Device configs, HMI design | Security, APIs | Architecture, standards |
Key Examples | PLC integration, faceplates | Database, web apps | Templates, multi-site |
Forum Sections | Devices, displays | Integration, security | Architecture, deployment |
Advanced Topics | Custom drivers, scripting | Cloud, enterprise | Standards, optimization |
Getting Started
- Select your learning path above
- Complete Week 1 foundation exercises
- Practice with provided examples
- Join relevant forum sections
- Consider certification after completing path
Support Resources
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| operations | Uptime, troubleshooting | ||
| System Integrator | Project Delivery / Architecture | Complete solutions | Scalability, standards |
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