Matrix TSL Professional Development

CPD Courses for Educators

Upskill with our range of 3–12 hour CPD-certified courses designed specifically for educators working with industrial automation and PLC technology.

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Learning The Basics of PLCs for Educators

Duration: 3 hours  |  CPD Certified  |  Level: Introductory

This course provides educators with a practical introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). Designed for teachers and trainers in engineering, manufacturing, and technical education, you will gain the foundational knowledge needed to confidently introduce PLC concepts in the classroom.

What you'll learn

  • What PLCs are and how they are used in industry
  • Core PLC components: CPU, inputs, outputs, and power supply
  • Introduction to ladder logic programming
  • How to relate PLC concepts to curriculum-level learning objectives

Course details

  • Duration: 3 hours
  • CPD Points: 3
  • Certificate: Awarded on completion
  • Audience: Educators, trainers, and curriculum developers