PLC & SCADA Training for Ghent Professionals
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Ghent Professionals
Live online sessions from Ghent, Belgium | In-person available in Milton Keynes, UK
Industrial Automation in Ghent
Ghent combines a historic university city with significant industrial operations, including Volvo Car's main European assembly plant at Ghent-Oostakker and ArcelorMittal's steel operations. The Ghent Bio-Energy Valley and the growing biotech cluster at the Flanders Institute for Biotechnology add further demand for automation skills. EDWartens offers CPD accredited online PLC and SCADA training from our UK centre, supporting Ghent's diverse industrial workforce.
Key Industries in Ghent
Major Employers
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The Automation Landscape in Ghent
Ghent pairs Volvo Car's largest European assembly plant at Oostakker — producing 270,000 vehicles per year with over 1,300 robots — with ArcelorMittal's Ghent steelworks, one of Europe's most modern flat-steel plants. The Ghent Bio-Energy Valley is a pioneering cluster for sustainable chemistry and biotech, with companies like Alcon manufacturing contact lenses on PLC-controlled high-speed production lines. Barco, headquartered in Kortrijk nearby, develops visualisation and control-room display systems used in SCADA centres worldwide. The Port of Ghent-Terneuzen (merged into North Sea Port) adds bulk material handling automation.
Did You Know?
Volvo Car's Ghent-Oostakker plant uses over 1,300 robots in its body shop and can produce up to 60 cars per hour — it was one of the first Volvo plants to integrate fully automated electric vehicle battery-pack marriage stations into an existing production line.
Career Outlook in Ghent
Ghent automation engineers earn €45,000–€62,000, with Volvo and ArcelorMittal offering the most competitive packages. The city's university research in biotech automation is spinning out innovative companies that need PLC-skilled engineers. A UK CPD-accredited qualification complements the strong engineering education from Ghent University and demonstrates practical, internationally recognised skills.
Real Automation Projects in Ghent
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Ghent.
Volvo Car Ghent EV battery-pack marriage station with Siemens PLC-controlled precision alignment and torque monitoring
ArcelorMittal Ghent continuous casting line SCADA upgrade with real-time quality prediction and PLC-based mould-level control
Alcon Ghent contact lens moulding line with Allen-Bradley CompactLogix controlling injection, curing, and vision inspection
North Sea Port bulk terminal automated ship-unloader with PLC-controlled grab crane and conveyor SCADA system
Our Courses
Training Programmes for Ghent Professionals
Professional Module
PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO
- Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
- Language: English
- Delivery: 100% Live Online — join from Ghent
- Covers: Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, FactoryIO
- Certificate: CPD Accredited
AI Module
AI in Industrial Automation
- AI & Machine Learning for Automation
- Computer Vision for Quality Inspection
- Predictive Maintenance with AI
- CPD Accredited Certification
What You'll Learn in the Professional Module
A comprehensive 5-day intensive programme with online recorded sessions covering everything from PLC fundamentals to advanced SCADA systems — designed to make you job-ready.
Day 1–2: PLC Fundamentals
- •Siemens S7-1200 & S7-1500 hardware
- •TIA Portal software setup & navigation
- •Ladder Logic & Function Block programming
- •Digital & analog I/O configuration
Day 3: Advanced PLC Programming
- •Structured Text (ST) programming
- •Timer, counter & comparator functions
- •Data handling & memory management
- •Program debugging & testing
Day 4: SCADA & HMI Systems
- •WinCC SCADA configuration
- •HMI screen design & navigation
- •Alarm management & trending
- •Data logging & historical reports
Day 5: Networking & Projects
- •PROFINET & PROFIBUS protocols
- •Ethernet/IP communication
- •PLC-to-PLC data exchange
- •Network troubleshooting techniques
Online: Simulation & Assessment
- •FactoryIO 3D simulation
- •Real-world automation scenarios
- •Conveyor, sorting & batch processes
- •Final capstone project & assessment
Career & Certification
- •CPD Accredited certificate
- •CV building & LinkedIn optimisation
- •Interview preparation & mock interviews
- •Direct introductions to hiring employers
Automation Opportunities in Ghent
The industrial automation sector in Ghentis growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.
€40k – €85k
Average automation engineer salary range in Belgium
Career Roles Available in Ghent
Ghent Industry Demand
The Automotive (Volvo), Steel, Biotech sectors in Ghent are actively investing in automation. Companies like Volvo Car Ghent, ArcelorMittal, Bekaert regularly recruit PLC and SCADA engineers.
Average salaries for automation engineers in Belgium range from €40,000 to €75,000, with senior roles commanding €80,000+.
The UK faces a shortage of over 20,000 automation engineers, making this one of the fastest routes to employment after training.
Technologies Covered
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All courses are delivered as live online sessions in English with limited seats per batch for personalised attention. Join from Ghent — no travel required.
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Why EDWartens
Why Ghent Engineers Choose EDWartens
CPD Accredited
Internationally recognised CPD accreditation, valued by UK and European employers.
Hands-on Labs
Real Siemens S7-1200/1500 PLCs, Allen-Bradley, SCADA systems, and FactoryIO simulation.
Career Support
Dedicated placement team connecting graduates with employers like Volvo Car Ghent and ArcelorMittal.
Online Access
Join live online sessions from Ghent. In-person training available at our Milton Keynes, UK centre.
Online Training Available from Ghent
Join our live sessions from Ghent, Belgium. All course materials, lab simulations via FactoryIO, and instructor interaction are available online. In-person training is also available at our Milton Keynes, UK centre for those who prefer hands-on equipment access.
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Training from Belgium — How It Works
Joining from Ghentis simple. Here's the step-by-step process for international students.
Enquire & Book
Enquire & book your spot online
Get Materials
Receive course materials and software access
Join Live Sessions
Join live online sessions from Ghent (Mon–Fri, UK time)
Hands-on Projects
Complete hands-on projects with instructor guidance
Get Certified
Receive CPD certificate and career support
Payment: in GBP via bank transfer or card (approx €2,499)
Frequently Asked Questions
PLC Training in Ghent — FAQs
Can I take PLC training from Ghent?
Yes — EDWartens delivers live online PLC and SCADA courses accessible from Ghent. Our training covers Siemens TIA Portal and Allen-Bradley platforms, both used by Ghent's major employers. In-person training at our Milton Keynes centre is accessible via Brussels Airport or the Eurostar.
What automation sectors are active in Ghent?
Ghent's key automation sectors are automotive (Volvo Car), steel (ArcelorMittal), biotech (Bio-Energy Valley), medical devices (Alcon), and port logistics (North Sea Port). This diversity offers automation engineers multiple career paths within a compact, liveable city.
What are automation salaries in Ghent?
Ghent automation engineers earn €45,000–€62,000, with Belgian 13th-month salary and benefits adding approximately 10% to total compensation. Volvo Car and ArcelorMittal roles are at the higher end. Ghent offers an excellent quality of life with lower housing costs than Brussels.
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