PLC & SCADA Training for Rome Professionals
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Rome Professionals
Live online sessions from Rome, Italy | In-person available in Milton Keynes, UK
Industrial Automation in Rome
Rome's industrial sector centres on aerospace, defence, and infrastructure, with Leonardo's headquarters and major production facilities in the metropolitan area. The Tiburtina technology district and the Pomezia industrial area south of Rome host electronics, pharmaceutical, and engineering companies. Italy's extensive rail and water infrastructure networks, managed from Rome, require extensive SCADA monitoring. EDWartens offers CPD accredited online PLC and SCADA training from our UK centre.
Key Industries in Rome
Major Employers
Also Serving
Pomezia · Fiumicino · Guidonia · Ciampino · Aprilia · Tivoli
The Automation Landscape in Rome
Rome's automation landscape centres on aerospace, defence, and national infrastructure. Leonardo, Italy's largest defence and aerospace company, is headquartered in Rome with major production facilities at Pomezia and Guidonia, manufacturing military electronics, helicopters (at nearby Frosinone), and space systems with PLC-controlled assembly and test equipment. Terna, the national electricity grid operator, manages a SCADA network from Rome monitoring 75,000 km of high-voltage lines. Thales Alenia Space at Tiburtina assembles satellites with cleanroom PLC automation. Enel, headquartered in Rome, coordinates renewable energy SCADA monitoring for 50+ GW of generation capacity across Europe and Latin America.
Did You Know?
Terna, headquartered in Rome, operates Italy's electricity transmission SCADA network — one of Europe's most complex, monitoring over 75,000 km of high-voltage lines and 900+ substations in real time with redundant PLC-based RTUs.
Career Outlook in Rome
Rome automation engineers earn €30,000–€45,000, with aerospace and infrastructure roles offering the highest rates. Leonardo's defence contracts provide long-term career stability, and Italy's ageing infrastructure creates sustained demand for SCADA modernisation projects. A UK CPD-accredited qualification complements Italian engineering education with practical hands-on credentials valued by Rome's international employers.
Real Automation Projects in Rome
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Rome.
Leonardo Pomezia defence electronics production with PLC-controlled SMT assembly and environmental stress screening
Terna Rome national grid SCADA centre managing 900+ substations with redundant PLC-based remote terminal units
Thales Alenia Space Tiburtina satellite thermal-vacuum test chamber with PLC-controlled temperature cycling from -180°C to +150°C
Enel Rome renewable energy SCADA monitoring centre with PLC data aggregation from 50+ GW of global generation assets
Our Courses
Training Programmes for Rome Professionals
Professional Module
PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO
- Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
- Language: English
- Delivery: 100% Live Online — join from Rome
- 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 Rome
The industrial automation sector in Romeis growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.
€40k – €85k
Average automation engineer salary range in Italy
Career Roles Available in Rome
Rome Industry Demand
The Aerospace & Defence, Infrastructure, Pharmaceutical sectors in Rome are actively investing in automation. Companies like Leonardo, Thales Alenia Space, Avio Aero regularly recruit PLC and SCADA engineers.
Average salaries for automation engineers in Italy 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
Why Train Now?
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All courses are delivered as live online sessions in English with limited seats per batch for personalised attention. Join from Rome — no travel required.
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Why EDWartens
Why Rome 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 Leonardo and Thales Alenia Space.
Online Access
Join live online sessions from Rome. In-person training available at our Milton Keynes, UK centre.
Online Training Available from Rome
Join our live sessions from Rome, Italy. 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 Italy — How It Works
Joining from Romeis 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 Rome (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 Rome — FAQs
Can I take PLC training from Rome?
Yes — EDWartens offers live online PLC and SCADA courses accessible from Rome. Our training covers the SCADA and PLC fundamentals used by Leonardo, Terna, and other Rome-based employers. In-person training at our Milton Keynes centre is available via direct flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport.
What automation career paths exist in Rome?
Rome offers automation careers in aerospace defence (Leonardo), national infrastructure (Terna grid SCADA), satellite manufacturing (Thales Alenia Space), and energy management (Enel). The infrastructure sector provides particularly stable long-term employment as Italy modernises its electricity, water, and rail networks.
What are automation salaries in Rome?
Rome automation engineers earn €30,000–€45,000. While lower than Milan, Rome's defence and infrastructure sectors offer exceptional job stability. Leonardo's contracts often span decades, and Terna's grid operations require continuous automation support — both providing career security uncommon in other sectors.
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