CPD Accredited Training

PLC & SCADA Training in Plymouth

CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Plymouth Professionals

In-person at our Milton Keynes centre or live online from Plymouth

Industrial Automation in Plymouth

Plymouth's economy is underpinned by its Royal Navy connections and a thriving defence and marine engineering sector. HMNB Devonport, the largest naval base in Western Europe, and Babcock International's dockyard operations create continuous demand for engineers skilled in industrial control systems. Princess Yachts, one of Europe's largest luxury yacht manufacturers, operates highly automated production facilities in the city. The South Yard enterprise zone and Plymouth Science Park further diversify the city's advanced manufacturing capabilities.

Key Industries in Plymouth

DefenceMarine EngineeringShipbuildingAdvanced ManufacturingRenewable EnergyElectronics

Major Employers

Babcock InternationalPrincess YachtsThalesSchneider ElectricBecton DickinsonMinistry of Defence

Also Serving

Saltash · Ivybridge · Tavistock · Torpoint · Plympton · Plymstock

Our Courses

Training Programmes for Plymouth Professionals

Professional Module

PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO

  • 6 weeks duration (5 days/week)
  • Siemens TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley, SCADA, HMI, FactoryIO
  • CPD Accredited Certification
  • In-person (Milton Keynes) + Online

\u00a31,799 full programme

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AI Module

AI in Industrial Automation

  • AI & Machine Learning for Automation
  • Computer Vision for Quality Inspection
  • Predictive Maintenance with AI
  • CPD Accredited Certification

Why EDWartens

Why Plymouth 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 Babcock International and Princess Yachts.

Flexible Delivery

Attend in-person at our Milton Keynes centre or join live online sessions from Plymouth.

Getting to Our Training Centre from Plymouth

220 miles from Milton Keynes
~3.5 hours by train (online option available)

Our training centre is located in Milton Keynes, easily accessible from Plymouthby train or car. Milton Keynes Central station has excellent connections to all major UK cities. Can't travel? Join our live online sessions instead.

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UKRLP Registered
ISO 9001 Quality

Why Engineers in Plymouth Choose EDWartens

Career Transition: Move from general engineering into high-demand PLC/SCADA roles with £35-65k salary range
Upskill Existing Role: Add PLC programming to your CV while working — online + weekend options available
Industry Shortage: UK faces a critical shortage of automation engineers — Defence, Marine Engineering sectors in Plymouth are actively hiring
Placement Support: 100% career support including CV writing, interview prep, and direct introductions to employers like Babcock International, Princess Yachts