Role-specific
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learning paths for
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engineers, IT
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operations, integrators, and managers
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Learning Paths
Learning (by Role) are Role-specific training paths for:
- Control Engineers
- IT Professionals
- Managers & Evaluators
- Operations & Maintenance
- System Integrators
Each path focuses on relevant features and capabilities for your professional role.
Choose Your Path
Identify Your Role
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- PLC / DCS
- SCADA / HMI
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- Databases / Network
- Security /Compliance
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- Project Services
- Architecture
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- Control Room
- Field Service
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- Business
- Management
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- Ladder logic
- HMI software
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- SQL, APIs
- Active Directory
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- Multiple platforms
- Connectivity
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- Diagnostic tools
- Deployment setup
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- Reports
- Dashboard KPIs
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- Reliability
- Real-time control
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- Security
- Data integrity
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- Scalability
- Standards
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- Uptime
- Troubleshooting
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- Efficiency
- Cost & flexibility
Available Learning Paths
[Control Engineers]
Focus: Device communication, HMI design, alarm management
- Connect and configure industrial devices
- Design operator interfaces
- 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
[Operations & Maintenance]
Focus: Runtime monitoring, diagnostics, troubleshooting
- Monitor system performance
- Diagnose runtime issues
- Perform preventive maintenance
- Manage user access
[Managers & Evaluators]
Focus: Platform capabilities, ROI, compliance
- Understand technology benefits
- Evaluate deployment options
- Review compliance features
- Assess total cost of ownership
Learning Resources by Path
| Resource Type | Control Engineers | IT Professionals | System Integrators | Operations & Maintenance | Managers & Evaluators |
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| Priority Documentation | Device configs, HMI design | Security, APIs | Architecture, standards | Runtime, diagnostics | Platform overview, ROI |
| Key Examples | PLC integration, faceplates | Database, web apps | Templates, multi-site | Troubleshooting guides | Use cases, benchmarks |
| Forum Sections | Devices, displays | Integration, security | Architecture, deployment | Runtime, monitoring | Business cases |
| Advanced Topics | Custom drivers, scripting | Cloud, enterprise | Standards, optimization | Performance tuning | TCO analysis |
Getting Started
- Select your learning path above
- Complete Week 1 foundation exercises
- Practice with provided examples
- Join relevant forum sections
- Participate in Technical Tuesdays (Discord)
Resources
| Learning Path | Primary Background | Main Focus | Key Concerns |
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| Control Engineer | PLC / DCS / SCADA | Field devices & HMI | Reliability, real-time control |
| IT Professional | Databases / Networks / Security | Enterprise integration | Security, data integrity |
| Operations & Maintenance | Control Room /Field Service | Runtime operations | Uptime, troubleshooting |
| System Integrator | Project Delivery / Architecture | Complete solutions | Scalability, standards |
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