EDWartens Team
EDWartens Instructional Team
The EDWartens instructional team brings together UK-based automation engineers, certified Siemens and Rockwell specialists, and industry practitioners with decades of combined experience in PLC programming, SCADA engineering, and industrial AI.
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Articles by EDWartens(147 posts)
Best PLC Training Courses in the UK 2025 — A Complete Guide
Comparing the top PLC training courses available in the UK for 2025, covering accreditation, cost, delivery format, and career outcomes for aspiring automation engineers.
How to Become an Automation Engineer in the UK — The 2025 Roadmap
A practical roadmap covering qualifications, skills, salary expectations, and the fastest routes into automation engineering in the United Kingdom in 2025.
Siemens TIA Portal Training — What You Need to Know in 2025
Everything you need to know about Siemens TIA Portal training in 2025, including what TIA Portal is, which version to learn, common mistakes, and how to choose between online and classroom courses.
PLC Training for Career Changers — Is It Worth It in 2025?
Thinking about switching careers to PLC engineering? This honest assessment covers who makes the switch successfully, realistic timelines, salary expectations, and whether the investment pays off.
SCADA Systems Explained — A Plain-English Guide for Engineers
A straightforward explanation of SCADA systems covering what they are, how they work, real-world examples, major platforms, and the salary premium for SCADA-skilled engineers.
PLC Training in Europe — A Guide for Engineers in Germany, Netherlands, Poland and Ireland
An overview of PLC training opportunities across Europe, covering the skills shortage, country-by-country demand, salary data, and how online training makes cross-border learning accessible.
AI in Industrial Automation — What PLC Engineers Need to Know in 2025
How artificial intelligence is changing industrial automation, and what PLC engineers should learn to stay ahead. Covers AI applications in manufacturing, Python for engineers, digital twins, and AI-SCADA integration.
How Much Does PLC Training Cost in the UK? — 2025 Price Guide
A transparent breakdown of PLC training costs in the UK for 2025, from free resources to premium programmes, with an honest ROI calculation to help you make an informed decision.
PLC Engineer Salary UK 2025 — What You Can Really Earn
A data-driven look at PLC engineer salaries in the UK for 2025, broken down by experience level, region, industry, and whether you work permanent or contract.
Siemens vs Allen-Bradley PLC — Which Should You Learn First?
A practical comparison of Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLCs to help you decide which platform to learn first based on your location, target industry, and career goals.
Industry 4.0 and the Skills Gap — Why Automation Engineers Are in Short Supply
Examining the growing skills gap in industrial automation, what is driving it, and why this creates exceptional career opportunities for engineers who invest in the right skills now.
What is CPD Accreditation? — Why It Matters for Your Engineering Career
A clear explanation of CPD accreditation, how it works, why it matters for engineering careers, how it is recognised across Europe, and how to verify whether a course is genuinely accredited.
PLC Training in Germany — Opportunities for Automation Engineers in 2025
A guide to PLC training and automation engineering careers in Germany, the home of Siemens and the beating heart of European manufacturing.
PLC Training in the Netherlands — Automation Careers in Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Eindhoven
Exploring PLC training and automation engineering opportunities in the Netherlands, covering ASML, Shell, the Port of Rotterdam, and the thriving Dutch tech ecosystem.
Predictive Maintenance with AI — The Next Big Skill for Automation Engineers
How AI-powered predictive maintenance is transforming industrial operations, what skills automation engineers need to add, and the salary premium this expertise commands.
How to Get a Job as a PLC Engineer With No Experience
Practical strategies for landing your first PLC engineering role when you have training but no professional experience, covering portfolio building, CV advice, LinkedIn tips, and interview preparation.
VR Training in Industrial Automation — The Future of Engineering Education
How virtual reality is solving the biggest challenges in industrial automation training, from safety risks to equipment costs, and what this means for the future of engineering education.
Digital Twins in Manufacturing — What Every Automation Engineer Should Know
A practical introduction to digital twins in manufacturing, covering what they are, how they work, the software tools involved, real industry examples, and why this skill is becoming essential.
PLC Training in Poland — Career Opportunities for Automation Engineers in Warsaw and Krakow
Exploring the booming automation market in Poland, covering career opportunities in Warsaw and Krakow, salary data, and how Polish engineers are using automation skills to build international careers.
What Is Industrial Automation? — A Beginner's Guide for Engineers Considering a Career Change
A comprehensive, plain-English introduction to industrial automation for people considering a career change, covering key technologies, industries, what the work is actually like, career paths, and salary expectations.
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