PLC Career Roadmap for EEE Students
1. Learn the Basics
- Understand what a PLC is and its applications in industries.
- Learn about brands: Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron, Delta.
- Study ladder logic, timers, counters, input/output modules.
- Learn PLC communication: Modbus, Profibus.
- Explore SCADA & HMI basics.
2. Hands-on Simulation Tools
- Factory I/O: 3D simulation of industrial systems.
- LogixPro: Allen-Bradley environment simulation.
- TinkerCAD: Basic electronics and logic simulations.
- OpenPLC: Free open-source PLC software.
3. Free Course Suggestions
- YouTube (SolisPLC):
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- Udemy (PLC Programming from Scratch):
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- Instrumentation Tools (PLC Course): https://instrumentationtools.com/plc-training-course-free/
- Siemens Learning Portal:
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/topic-areas/automation-learning.html
4. Build Projects and Portfolio
- Automatic conveyor belt system
- Bottle filling machine simulation
- Smart traffic light controller
- Share on LinkedIn, GitHub, and include in your resume
5. Career Paths After Learning PLC
- Automation Engineer: Rs. 4-7 LPA in factories, robotics, MNCs
- Control Systems Engineer: Rs. 5-8 LPA in oil & gas, plants
- PLC Programmer: Rs. 4-9 LPA in startups, MNCs, exports
- SCADA/HMI Developer: Rs. 5-10 LPA in metro, power, industries
